The Influence of Big Data on Production and Logistics A Theoretical Discussion

Information is a crucial factor for companies in all lines of business. Within the years the requirements to do business have changed and got more complex. Due to recent developments and trends such as Industry 4.0, CyberPhysical-System, data and/or information is omnipresent. In this context Information logistics is a relevant discipline to deliver the right information element. To attain this goal, it is essential to manage and supply efficient data and information. Therefore, this paper deals with trends and models behind Big Data and the influence on production and logistics.