A comprehensive review integration of digitalization and circular economy in waste management by adopting artificial intelligence approaches: Towards a simulation model

Digitalization and circular economy (CE) principles are crucial to 21st century organizations, wherein the management approach can function as a strategic lever. The main gap in the field is related to the position of digitalization in the waste management process, with a concentration on soft computing approaches in developed and developing countries. Actually, the steps of digitalization implementation in the waste management supply chain are evaluated in this research item as a review study. This study uses VOS viewer to analyze scientometrics to examine digitalization in waste management. The article pioneer's simulation methods showcasing digitalization and the circular economy in waste management. Digital technology fosters CE goals, vital for sustainable waste practices. In the subsequent discourse, an examination of the ramifications engendered by the process of digitalization for both the environment and the economy within the framework of the CE is presented. The fourth component of this comprehensive review develops simulation methods to demonstrate digitalization in waste management. The results of this research demonstrated that digitalization integrates Internet of Things (IoT). sensors, optimizes waste management efficiency, and aids decision-making. Route optimization and energy efficiency enhance sustainability in waste management.