Industry 4.0 (the Fourth Industrial Revolution) and IIoT (the Industrial Internet of Things) are changing the way we all live our lives. We are becoming more and more connected by smart technology and, as that technology becomes more sophisticated, so too is our ability to communicate and information-gather even more quickly and conveniently.
For manufacturing businesses, integrating new digital technology to connect, monitor and optimise the use of assets, data and processes offers tangible, proven commercial advantages – such as improved product consistency and yield, reduced energy usage and waste, substantial reductions in machine downtime and increased production efficiencies. Data-driven manufacturing techniques also allow businesses to analyse their processes to make better decisions and important strategic decisions, as well as become more collaborative and resilient.
A robust digital strategy is essential to drive a successful digital transformation. It facilitates how and when the integration of new technology is made, enabling manufacturers to optimise processes, productivity and profitability.
How do I start creating a digital transformation strategy?
A well thought out digital transformation strategy is a great vehicle for positive change within a business…
- Have a vision
- Understand what changes and improvements you want to make to your business and what you want to achieve from the strategy and use them as your business goals
- Objectively document and review your current business processes, whether they are official or unofficial
- Review your decision-making processes and make positive changes if necessary
- Prioritise the processes that are most important to digitalise
- Map out the processes you want to change in detail and apply those changes to the costs, equipment and employees that will facilitate the process improvements
- Prepare your business for change by securing the support of your employees and creating an in-house team to manage the transition
- Engage the right partner to help implement your vision
How we can help with your digital transformation
Learn more about the ways Hosokawa Micron Ltd can help with your digital transformation
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