That’s due mostly to its basic nature: it connects digital technology to manufacturing strategies, including the relationship between humans and machines.ĭevices and equipment are networked with software applications. What makes the fourth industrial revolution (Industry 4.0) different from the previous three is how quickly it’s spreading. So, here are the basics of Industry 4.0 as well as a look at how a Manufacturing Execution System (MES) could be the perfect tool to boost your organization’s long-term health. But the hype has your brain spinning and may have your company’s leadership searching for answers. Like your health, you know that Industry 4.0 is vital, and you need to address it soon so your quick-adapting competitors don’t crush you.

Oh, the hype! So many opinions, so many paths, so many blog articles (this one is different, I promise). Industry 4.0 is here! Are you taking healthy steps to embrace it, or are you hiding your head in the sand? One thing’s for certain, you can’t escape the hype. Hopefully, your doctor isn’t that vague, but it brings up a good point regarding ongoing changes in manufacturing. You: “What should I do? More exercise? Better diet? Take supplements?” The post-exam discussion goes like this:ĭoc: “My advice to you is to be healthier.”ĭoc: “Well, there are many new advancements in health and wonderful discoveries to improve health. Let’s listen in during your latest annual checkup with your doctor (don’t worry it doesn’t get weird).

System checkup 4.0