Benjamin Dehe

Papers

Total Citations

399

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About

Dr. Benjamin Dehe is a leading voice in the strategic management of digital transformation, with a primary focus on Industry 4.0 maturity assessment and operational excellence. His most influential work, "Defining and assessing industry 4.0 maturity levels – case of the defence sector" (2018, 399 citations), provides a groundbreaking framework that helps organizations—particularly in complex, high-stakes sectors like defence—navigate the ambiguous landscape of smart manufacturing. By developing a multi-dimensional assessment model centered on ‘Factory’ capabilities, Dehe clarified how firms can systematically measure their adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies, moving beyond vague conceptual discussions to actionable maturity benchmarks. This research has become a cornerstone for practitioners and academics alike, offering a structured pathway for companies to diagnose their current state and strategically plan their digital evolution. Beyond this seminal work, Dehe’s research bridges operations management, performance measurement, and innovation strategy, consistently addressing the gap between theoretical potential and practical implementation. His contributions have not only shaped academic discourse but also provided tangible tools for industry leaders, making him a key figure in the ongoing conversation about how organizations can thrive in the era of cyber-physical systems.