THE «LANDING PAD» OF HUMAN DEVELOPMENT FOR ECONOMIC ACTORS IN INDUSTRY 4.0
Abstract
The purpose of this study is to substantiate the fundamental principles, mechanisms, and multidimensional nature of human development as a critical driver of competitiveness and strategic advantage for economic actors in the context of Industry 4.0. The relevance of the topic is determined by the urgent need for highly skilled, flexible, and creative personnel capable of responding to rapid technological, social, economic, and institutional transformations, addressing emerging challenges of automation, digitalization, and the evolving labor market. The study applies a systemic-analytical approach, combining conceptual analysis, modeling, synthesis, and comparative evaluation to examine how economic, institutional, and creative factors shape human potential, identify key Industry 4.0 competencies, and enhance workforce adaptability, innovation, and strategic performance. The results demonstrate that comprehensive development encompassing technical knowledge, digital literacy, advanced technological competencies, soft skills, critical and creative thinking, problem-solving, systemic analysis, strategic foresight, and goal-oriented management enables individuals to maximize their potential, effectively participate in innovation and knowledge-intensive processes, improve organizational productivity, and contribute to long-term sustainable growth and competitiveness at multiple economic levels. The study introduces the concept of “Skills 4.0,” defining a structured framework of essential abilities for adaptation and effective engagement in Industry 4.0, serving as a practical guide for the design of targeted human development strategies, educational curricula, professional training programs, and institutional policies. The practical significance of the study lies in the development of recommendations for businesses, government bodies, and educational institutions regarding the strategic development of human capital, the promotion of innovation, the enhancement of workforce resilience, and the ensuring of organizational and regional competitiveness in the context of rapid technological, social, and institutional changes.
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