Within the framework of the European projects CROCEMS (Collaborative Robotics for Circular Economy in Manufacturing Sectors) and RESCHAPE (Reshaping Supply Chains for Positive Social Impact), the University of Deusto presented on October 30, during a breakfast colloquium, various innovative initiatives and strategies to improve the environmental, social, and circular economy impact of supply chains.
Within the scope of the CROCEMS project, this conference served to present its main results, which focus on the use of robotics and the circular economy as a tool for growth in the manufacturing industry. This project allows training and delving into the contribution of organizations and their supply chains to society, learning about key technologies and methodologies that can evolve their value proposition, increasing their impact on key actors such as workers, the environment, and the supply chain in general.
In addition, a round table was organized in which environmental and social initiatives were discussed. Experts from Lantegi Batuak, IHOBE, and Vidrala took part in the event, sharing their experiences and perspectives.
The event then delved into the benefits that robotics and the circular economy can offer the automotive sector, with special emphasis on the redesign of production processes and the use of key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor and improve this practice according to circular economy criteria. In short, the colloquium discussed how companies can contribute to sustainability through the circular economy, not only in their operations but also by taking responsibility with the rest of their supply chain.
