The Future of Manufacturing is Circular, Digital, and Clean.
This Book Shows You How.
The circular economy isn't just a sustainability trend—it's the next transformation of our economy. Manufacturers who embrace circularity will unlock new revenue streams, reduce dependence on scarce resources, and gain a powerful competitive edge.
This book is your strategic guide to thriving in a circular future. Packed with over 100 real-world case studies, strategic frameworks, and practical checklists, it provides everything you need to take action—whether you're just starting or scaling up your circular initiatives.
But the journey doesn't stop here. This website extends the book's mission with fresh insights, tools, and directions for staying ahead in the rapidly evolving world of circular manufacturing. Explore new case studies, implementation roadmaps, and expert perspectives—because the future of circular business is unfolding now.
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World Economic Forum Agenda
Explore my contributions to the World Economic Forum, where I share insights on the circular economy, digital transformation, and the future of manufacturing.
Circular Economy Excellence Podcasts
What if you could explore the future of manufacturing with artificial minds as your guides? We bring each book chapter to life through discussions with AI-driven experts.
Circular Economy Excellence Videos
Get a clear, concise overview of each chapter before you dive in. Circular Economy Excellence Videos break down the book's key themes, insights, and takeaways—helping you understand what to expect.
Transform Waste into Wealth
Turn waste into value with proven circular business strategies.
Profit Beyond Initial Sale
Unlock recurrent revenue streams by extending product life cycles.
Leverage the Power of Digital
Master digital tools like AI, IoT, and Digital Product Passports to enable circular ity.
Real-World Success Real Results
Learn from 100+ real cases to implement circularity with confidence.
Get an overview with 18 videos highlighting key insights from each chapter.
The Next Big Shift!
The circular economy is redefining business! Discover why manufacturers must adapt now to stay competitive and profitable.
Regulations Are Changing!
Governments are driving the circular economy! Learn how new policies, incentives, and compliance can shape your business success.
Unlock Circular Value!
The 1+5R model is your roadmap to circular success! Learn how to redesign, reuse, repair, and maximize product value.
Redesign for Success!
Circularity starts with design! Learn how to create products that last longer, reduce waste, and unlock new business opportunities
Maximize Product Value!
Redistribution is the key to profitability! Discover how recommerce, reuse, and sharing models can create new revenue streams. .
Repair = Profit & Loyalty!
Don't discard—repair! Learn how integrating repair strategies boosts revenue, cuts waste, and strengthens customer relationships.
Remanufacture & Win!
Turn old into gold! Discover how remanufacturing and refurbishment can cut costs, reduce waste, and drive new revenue streams.
Smart Products, Smart Business!
Connected products transform manufacturing! Learn how IoT and real-time data maximize product lifespan and efficiency.
Recycling = Smart Business!
Turn waste into value! Learn how recycling and circular sourcing can cut costs, secure materials, and future-proof your business.
Engage for Circular Success!
Customer touchpoints drive circularity! Learn how digital tools and engagement foster loyalty, reuse, and sustainable habits.
Reinvent Business Value!
Circular business models are the future! Discover how to create, capture, and deliver value in a resource-efficient way.
Data Drives Circularity!
Unlock the power of data! Learn how analytics, AI, and predictive insights optimize resources and boost circular business success.
Digitize to Thrive!
Unlock the power of digital tools! Learn how IoT, AI, and smart data can drive efficiency and scale circular business models.
Digitize Compliance Now!
Turn regulations into a competitive edge! Learn how automation, traceability, and smart compliance drive circular success.
Internal IT Powers Circularity!
Your internal IT is the backbone of circular success! Learn how smart systems drive efficiency, traceability, profitability, and sustainability.
SMIF: Your Digital Guide!
The Sustainable Manufacturing Intelligence Framework (SMIF) is your roadmap to a seamless, data-driven circular transition.
Connect & Collaborate!
Digital ecosystems are the key to circular success! Discover how real-time data and collaboration drive efficiency and innovation.
Thrive in Circularity!
The future is clean, circular, and digital! Follow the 10-Step Circular Advantage Guide to stay competitive and lead the change.
Chapter 10: Digitization—The Backbone of
Circular Manufacturing
Manufacturers must evolve their digital capabilities across five key dimensions
Chapter 11: Internal IT—The Digital
Backbone of Circular Business Models
Manufacturers cannot transition to circularity without evolving their IT infrastructure
Chapter 12: Digital Business
Ecosystems—The Power of Connection in the Circular Economy
Circularity requires collaboration—across suppliers, customers, recyclers, and service providers—to keep materials in motion and maximize value
Chapter 13: Connected Products—How IoT
Powers the Circular Economy
Connected products bridge the gap between the physical and digital worlds, ensuring manufacturers have continuous insight into how their products perform
Chapter 14: Customer
Touchpoints—Direct Engagement Strengthens Circularity
By creating seamless, digital, and data-driven customer touchpoints, manufacturers can shift from transactional relationships to continuous engagement
Chapter 15: Data-Driven
Circularity—AI and Analytics unlocks Competitive Advantages
Manufacturers must combine physical product expertise with AI-driven insights
Chapter 16: Digitizing Compliance—Turning
Regulations into Competitive Advantage
Companies that proactively integrate compliance into their digital strategies will gain a significant competitive edge
Chapter 17: The SMIF Journey—Tying Circularity and
Digitalization Together
How manufacturers must integrate circularity and digitization to thrive in the future.
Chapter 18: Thriving Together—Your Path Forward in
the Circular Economy
By 2030, leading manufacturers will be circular, digital, and clean, using intelligent systems to maximize product value.
Insights Collected in the Circular Economy Excellence Magazines
Henrik's other books and contributions
Chapter: The Implications of Circular Supply Chains and the EU Digital Product Passport in Maritime Decarbonization.
Henrik Hvid Jensen, Henrik Sornn-Friese, Steffen Foldager Jensen & Nicolò Aurisano
Chapter: The Future of Shipping: Collaboration Through Digital Data Sharing.
Mikael Lind, Robert Ward, Henrik Hvid Jensen, Chye Poh Chua, André Simha, Jörgen Karlsson, Lena Göthberg, Toni Penttinen & Despina Panayiotou Theodosiou
Chapter: Digitalisation in a Maritime Circular Economy.
Henrik Hvid Jensen, Maj Munch Andersen, Anh Dao, Mikael Lind, Vikas Pandey, Godha Bapuji, Moritz Petersen, Bettina Hobson, Wolfgang Lehmacher & Attila Turos
Book: Service Oriented Architecture - Integration as a Competitive Advantage (In Danish)
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Circular Economy Opportunities and Pathways for Manufacturers is an essential resource for any manufacturer committed to embracing the circular economy idea.
This book equips businesses with the knowledge and tools to turn the circular economy into a powerful growth and business success driver.
