A conversation on smart manufacturing projects

In a recent podcast episode with Industry IoT, we explored the challenges and opportunities of implementing smart manufacturing projects. From connecting multi-site systems to the cloud to driving sustainability, here are some key topics we discussed:

1. The challenges of connecting disparate systems

Implementing IoT in manufacturing isn’t as simple as installing new devices. One of the biggest obstacles is dealing with legacy systems, diverse equipment, and siloed data sources. Many systems are designed to be siloed and not share data with others. This makes it challenging to access and unify the data. The complexities start to multiply with multi-site manufacturing plants. 

2. How IoT helps manage multi-site complexity

IoT technologies help manufacturers unify data from various systems and locations, including factories, supply chains, and warehouses, into a single, centralized cloud platform. By breaking down data silos and enabling integration across operations, IoT improves visibility, decision-making, and operational efficiency.

3. Driving sustainability with IoT in manufacturing 

IoT empowers industrial operators with real-time insights into energy consumption, which helps them minimize their environmental footprint. With access to this data, they can make smarter, more informed decisions about investing in new machinery or optimizing building processes. Additionally, tracking and analyzing this data supports more accurate ESG reporting and improves sustainability efforts across the manufacturing plant. 

4.  Accelerate your industrial digitalization journey with akenza

As discussed, IoT holds the power to break down data silos, simplify multi-site operations, and drive sustainability in industrial environments. Achieving this, however, requires a scalable IoT platform capable of connecting data to the cloud in a unified manner.

The akenza platform empowers solution providers, system integrators, and manufacturers of industrial products to rapidly implement connected solutions. It supports every stage of your digital transformation journey, from pilot projects to large-scale deployments. 

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