“Tecnologias eficientes nos processos de gestão das unidades armazenadoras de grãos da cidade de Rio Verde (GO)

Abstract

This study analyzes the landscape of technologies applied to management processes in grain storage units in the municipality of Rio Verde (GO), focusing on operational efficiency and quality assurance. The storage sector plays a strategic role in agribusiness, requiring solutions that mitigate losses and optimize the conservation of agricultural assets. The central objective was to diagnose the technological maturity level of local units and develop a technical product capable of guiding the strategic modernization of these structures. Methodologically, the research is characterized as an applied case study using a mixed approach (quantitative and qualitative). Data collection was conducted through structured questionnaires sent to managers of storage units, and the treatment of qualitative data was based on Bardin's (2016) Content Analysis technique. The results indicate that the sector has a consolidated technological base for temperature and ventilation monitoring, processes considered highly effective by 100% of respondents. However, a significant gap was identified in the adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies, such as IoT and Artificial Intelligence, primarily due to high implementation costs and the need for a skilled workforce. Qualitative analysis revealed that technology is perceived not only as a physical preservation tool but also as a pillar of credibility, regulatory compliance, and access to financial credit. As a practical contribution, the Modular Strategic Guide for Technological Modernization was developed, offering a scalable roadmap for managers to implement innovations in a sustainable and financially viable manner. It is concluded that efficiency in storage management in Rio Verde depends on overcoming economic barriers through modular planning, ensuring the competitiveness and quality of grain in the global market.