Rajeev Rathi

National Institute of Technology Kurukshetra

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Dr. Rajeev Rathi is a leading voice in sustainable industrial innovation, whose work bridges the gap between advanced manufacturing paradigms and operational excellence. His primary research areas encompass Industry 4.0/5.0, lean manufacturing, and sustainable production systems. Dr. Rathi’s most impactful contribution is his highly cited systematic review of Industry 5.0, which has garnered 71 citations since its 2023 publication. This seminal paper critically examines the transition from Industry 4.0 to the human-centric, resilient, and sustainable framework of Industry 5.0, integrating Kaizen measures to foster industrial sustainability. By mapping key enabling technologies and assessing real-world adoption status, his work provides a vital roadmap for researchers and practitioners navigating this emerging landscape. Beyond this, his research consistently explores how lean principles can be synergized with cutting-edge digital technologies to drive efficiency and environmental responsibility. Dr. Rathi’s scholarship is essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the future of manufacturing—one where technological advancement and human well-being are not competing priorities, but mutually reinforcing goals.