Alexander Richter

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Alexander Richter is a leading scholar in the digital transformation of manufacturing, with a sharp focus on the sociotechnical challenges of Industry 4.0. His seminal work, "IT on the Shop Floor – Challenges of the Digitalization of Manufacturing Companies" (2017, 26 citations), presented at the prestigious Bled eConference, critically examines the gap between technological potential and real-world implementation. Rather than celebrating digital tools, Richter dissects the organizational, cultural, and human factors that often hinder successful adoption on the factory floor. This contribution has shaped how researchers and practitioners understand the friction between legacy work practices and new IT systems, making him a key voice in the discourse on smart manufacturing. His research bridges information systems and operations management, offering actionable insights for companies navigating digital disruption. By highlighting the overlooked "shop floor" perspective, Richter has influenced both academic theory and industrial strategy, earning recognition as a critical thinker in the digitalization debate. His work continues to guide students and professionals seeking to align technology with human-centered work environments.