Industry 4.0 and 5g technology on firms network

Goal: This study aims to explore the relationship between companies leveraged by use of 5G technologies and Industry 4.0 develop a model that explains impacts on ecosystem. Design / Methodology Approach: applies bibliometric research utilizing scientometric review provide an understanding status quo trend for tripod theme in world: (a) Firm Network, (b) (c) Technology. The is extended qualitative applying critical incident technique experts´ interviews looking gap insights Conceptual Model based grounded theory. Results: A conceptual balanced competitive expansion market was developed regarding research. model, 5 hypotheses - related Partnership, Competition Products Services – highlights while technology impact among (competition, partnerships, product services) this with expansion. Limitations investigation: proposed must be evaluated quantitative validate variables hypothesis Practical implications: paper shows methodological steps basis broadly survey. Originality Value: demonstrates its originality relevance presenting relating innovative trends their ecosystem