Data Analysis with Business Intelligence for microbiological monitoring in Industry 4.0: A simulated case study in the Food sector

• Herrison Nascimento de Jesus Barros IFBA
• Cleia Santos Libarino IFBA
• José Alberto Diaz Amado IFBA

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5753/erbase.2024.4445

Abstract

This research investigates the use of Business Intelligence (BI) as a tool for continuous improvement in the food industry, within the context of Industry 4.0. Through a simulated case study in a cocoa production facility, the research demonstrates the development of microbiological dashboards using Power BI and Python. These dashboards monitor critical quality indicators, such as fungal contamination and Total Plate Count (TPC). Real-time data analysis provides insights for strategic decision-making, enhancing production processes and ensuring compliance with sanitary standards. The study highlights the role of BI in optimizing and innovating food production processes.

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