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Purpose The purpose of this paper is to analyse the readiness factors for Industry 4.0 deployment in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) using complex proportionality assessment (COPRAS) methodology. Design/methodology/approach Industry 4.0 is vital for ensuring manufacturing competitiveness of SMEs. In order to facilitate Industry 4.0 adoption in SMEs, readiness factors need to be analysed. In this viewpoint, this article presents the analysis of readiness factors using multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) tool COPRAS. Findings The priority of ranking of 15 readiness factors is obtained. The prioritized readiness factors would enable the smooth adoption of Industry 4.0 in SMEs. Practical implications The study has been done based on inputs from industry practitioners and hence the results have practical relevance. Originality/value The analysis of readiness factors for Industry 4.0 in SMEs using COPRAS is the original contribution of authors.
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