The Acceptance of Internet of Things (IoT) Technology in Lean Manufacturing Systems to Elevate Towards Lean 4.0: A Study of Manufacturing Employees in Chonburi Province
Keywords:
Internet of Things (IoT) technology acceptance, Lean manufacturing systems, Lean 4.0, Digital competence, Risk perceptionAbstract
This research aims to develop and validate a causal relationship model of Internet of Things (IoT) technology acceptance in lean manufacturing systems to elevate towards Lean 4.0 among employees in the manufacturing industry in Chonburi province. The conceptual framework was developed based on the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM). The sample consisted of 404 employees from manufacturing industries in Chonburi province and utilizing lean manufacturing systems. Data were collected through questionnaires and analyzed using structural equation modeling. The analysis revealed that the developed causal relationship model was consistent with empirical data. Findings indicated that employees' digital competence positively influenced the perceived usefulness and ease of use of IoT technology, while perceived risk negatively affected perceived usefulness and ease of use of IoT technology. Moreover, perceived usefulness and ease of use of IoT technology positively influenced attitudes and intentions to accept IoT technology. This research will benefit organizations in strategic management planning to support the adoption of IoT technology in lean manufacturing systems and facilitate the transition to Lean 4.0.
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