The article discusses the problem of building an effective waste sorting system at industrial enterprises through the lens of relevant principles. Against the backdrop of natural resource depletion and stricter environmental legislation, the transformation of waste material from an expense item into a valuable secondary resource is becoming not just an opportunity but a strategic link. The relevance of the study is justified by the need to move from fragmented solutions to the creation of holistic management systems. The goal is to characterize and substantiate a multi-component model for building an effective sorting system in industrial enterprises, which integrates technological, logistical, managerial, and cultural aspects. During the literature review, a contradiction was identified: most studies focus either on technological automation, presenting it as a self-sufficient solution, or on general managerial concepts (missing out on specific implementation barriers and, most importantly, the role of the human factor). The author concludes that maximum efficiency and economic return are achieved not solely through advanced equipment, but through the synergy of four key elements: a thorough audit of waste streams, well-chosen technologies, optimized internal logistics, and a purposefully developed corporate culture of responsibility. The author's contribution lies in shifting the focus from a purely technical to a comprehensive, organizational, and technological approach, and in developing specific, practically applicable recommendations for involving personnel, an aspect that remains undeservedly on the periphery of scientific research. The presented materials will be useful for industrial managers, process engineers, environmental specialists, and lean management professionals.

waste audit, key performance indicators (KPIs), corporate culture, industrial waste, waste management, circular economy

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