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[ { "title": "READ | The Industry 4.0 Journey - Pt 4", "nid": "616", "body": "\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://shop.magnet.co.za/\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u00224.0\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u002245904fa8-1214-453b-b3af-fe2b8a17fe37\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/EDITED%20Newsletter%20Industry%204.0%2024%20May.png\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe need for digital transformation in mining\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EThe COVID-19 pandemic has had profound effects on our lives that transcend health-related matters. It has forced entire industries to rethink operational processes and core business fundamentals, and one of the most remarkable outcomes is the acceleration of digital transformation strategies.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EIn mining, where adoption of\u00A0\u003Ca href=\u0022https://blog.se.com/datacenter/2020/09/03/experts-weigh-in-on-the-benefits-and-opportunities-of-industry-4-0-and-the-importance-of-industrial-edge-computing/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EIndustry 4.0\u003C/a\u003E\u00A0traditionally has lagged behind other industries, restrictions imposed by the pandemic served as a wake-up call to automate and get connected. With much of the workforce having to work from home, mining companies were forced to evaluate their processes and technologies to embrace industrial transformation to drive agility and operational efficiencies.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EObviously, no amount of connectivity can entirely remove humans from mining operations, but companies discovered that many tasks that can be performed remotely. This realization isn\u2019t exclusive to mining; 63% of C-suite and technology leaders said in a\u00A0\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.celerity.com/digital-transformation-report-downloand-confirmation?submissionGuid=96ef7129-56f8-45ac-960d-a3eb705fc0da\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Erecent survey\u003C/a\u003E\u00A0that COVID-19 accelerated their digital transformation efforts. And 49% digital transformation became a priority only after the pandemic started.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://shop.magnet.co.za/\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022Mining\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u00228fe29916-da72-4d19-88f3-de6200ac8d36\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/Mining.JPG\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EIn mining, the acceleration of digitization has manifested itself in various ways, primarily industrial automation and the implementation of remotely managed data-driven systems designed to improve day-to-day operations and lay the groundwork for predictive maintenance. Remote connectivity has various applications in mining, from tracking assets and workers to equipment monitoring to troubleshooting. With troubleshooting, technicians on site can connect remotely to engineers who walk them through the steps to fix or restart a piece of equipment.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EModernizing mining operations for Industry 4.0\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EDigital transformation in mining is no easy task. It requires a lot of planning and vision. Legacy technology and electrical equipment must be replaced, and communications protocols need to be updated. It isn\u2019t uncommon to find Windows XP and Windows 7 still in use. Companies now are replacing those systems with Windows 10 and virtual machines that connect to cloud infrastructures and edge computing networks.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EThe networks themselves also must be updated. Mining operations are replacing coaxial cables with Ethernet connections, and converting from older communications protocols such as Modbus RTU to Ethernet Modbus/TCP. The newer protocol supports the convergence of IT and Operational Technology (OT), and enables remote management and easier access to data. As such, network updates are key to the implementation of data capture and analytics systems that enable real-time monitoring and predictive maintenance.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003ETo support IT/OT convergence and connected operations, the mining industry is deploying Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and edge computing networks. IIoT networks transmit data captured from on-site sensors, and edge networks which make it possible to process and analyze the data in real time by keeping it as close to sources and users as possible.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDigital transformation challenges for Industry 4.0\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EAll the changes taking place in mining raise several challenges. Perhaps the biggest one involves securing IP-connected systems against cyber threats. As mining operations deploy new systems and become connected, they must ensure that everything is protected through cybersecurity best practices and technologies.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003ECyberattacks are an ever-present danger. Other challenges involve operational safety and the need for expertise to plan and execute digital transformation. Most companies don\u2019t possess all the requisite technical expertise and experience for digital transformation on their own.\u00A0Schneider Electric works with clients to implement systems that provide visibility into their environments as well as remote access and data collection to drive business decisions, both in real time and for long-term strategic decisions.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003ELearn more about how Schneider can help your industry achieve 4.0 status, \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/contactus.html\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003Eenquire\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003E with us now!\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EResources:\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E1. Catch up on previous articles in this series:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0 Part 1: \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/news.php?type=articles\u0026amp;name=READ--The-Industry-40-Journey---Pt-1\u0022\u003EWhy an Industry 4.0 journey requires a trusted guide\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0 Part 2: \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/news.php?type=articles\u0026amp;name=READ--The-Industry-40-Journey---Pt-2\u0022\u003EHow to choose the right partner for industrial digital transformation\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0 \u00A0 \u00A0 \u00A0 \u00A0 \u00A0 \u00A0 \u00A0 Part 3: \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/news.php?type=articles\u0026amp;name=READ--The-Industry-40-Journey---Pt-3\u0022\u003ERemote monitoring\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E2. \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/contactus.html\u0022\u003ECHAT\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E to us for guidance on your Industry 4.0 Journey\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E3. \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/news-letter.html\u0022\u003ESUBSCRIBE\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E to receive these informative articles straight to your inbox\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESource:\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://blog.se.com/industrial-software/2021/07/08/industry-4-0-gets-a-wake-up-call-the-need-for-digital-transformation-in-mining/\u0022\u003Ehttps://blog.se.com/industrial-software/2021/07/08/industry-4-0-gets-a-wake-up-call-the-need-for-digital-transformation-in-mining/\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n", "created": "May 2022", "terms": "Electrical, Education, Schneider" }, { "title": "READ | The Industry 4.0 Journey - Pt 3", "nid": "615", "body": "\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/news-letter.html\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022I4.0\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u0022c944c2c1-00d7-41e8-9606-f91bdd0e3bd9\u0022 height=\u0022291\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/Capture.JPG\u0022 width=\u0022514\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAccelerate the shift to smart manufacturing through remote monitoring\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022text-align-justify\u0022\u003EAcross factories worldwide, the move to smart manufacturing and the related practice of remote monitoring is taking hold. This also applies to such a component of any production as a system of storage facilities, in which the accumulation, storage and distribution of finished products is carried out. The global pandemic accelerated the remote monitoring trend as many plant floor workers were asked to spend less time on-site to reduce the risk of Covid-19 transmission. Evolving marketplace conditions are prompting industrial businesses to invest in remote management to enable production agility, to ensure better machine availability, and to foster rapid and less costly actions that address maintenance and operation-related events.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ERemote monitoring accelerates smart manufacturing safety, cost, and uptime benefits\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EReal business value is seen in applying remote monitoring technologies to achieve three important goals:\u00A0cost reduction, enhanced worker safety, and improved reliability of machines through advanced maintenance techniques.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ERemote monitoring lowers the cost of operations\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EBy remotely monitoring plant floor equipment load in real-time, you can better plan production schedules and optimize equipment operation through analysis of the accumulated performance data. When using products like Schneider Electric\u2019s\u00A0\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.se.com/ca/en/product-range/63734-ecostruxure%E2%84%A2-machine-scada-expert/#overview\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EEcoStruxure Machine SCADA Expert\u003C/a\u003E, industrial PC devices, acting as \u201Cthin clients\u201D (computers that run from resources stored on a central server instead of a localized hard drive), can access the cloud and Internet of Things (IoT) devices, and display consolidated data on easy-to-interpret dashboards via a web browser. Expensive experts no longer must be brought in as frequently to perform in-depth on-site analyses, and this helps to reduce operational costs.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ERemote monitoring improves worker safety\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAutomated systems that can be accessed remotely also increase the worker safety level, particularly when abnormal events or emergencies occur. For instance, if flammable gases or hazardous liquids are detected by on-site control instrumentation, remote safety experts can immediately engage automatic shut-off. Or, if a fire occurs, signals from fire protection systems can be detected remotely and electrical equipment that may be feeding the sparks to the combustible materials can be remotely shut off, thereby minimizing the spread of the fire. Machine operators can also be notified in real-time via instant messaging (SMS) or email about emergency situations occurring in their machines and take prompt measures to safeguard the life and health of nearby workers.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ERemote monitoring supports advanced maintenance\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAutomated dispatching software systems can also allow you to remotely monitor the activities of service personnel. Instances of preventive maintenance and repairs can be tracked so that data can be analyzed to optimize performance while minimizing costs. In the domain of chilled storage of frozen food products, for instance, round-the-clock monitoring of on-premises temperature and humidity provides real-time notifications via instant messaging and emails regarding malfunctions and situations that critically affect the cold storage process. Such monitoring systems increase confidence when they deploy state-of-the-art cold storage systems for frozen or chilled food product lines. Remote experts, from anywhere in the world, can connect to the equipment that is experiencing a problem. They can then remotely diagnose the problem by checking the equipment performance data. Then, depending on the issue identified, they can determine the fastest way to implement a fix.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/news-letter.html\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022factory 11\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u002285cf5e8b-7989-4dd7-8aea-e26f71c6f21b\u0022 height=\u0022349\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/Image%2017%20May.JPG\u0022 width=\u0022482\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFor more information about smart manufacturing\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIn dynamic industries such as food and beverage, flexible and scalable machine control is needed to allow for an easy upgrade to higher performance platforms for improved efficiency as marketplace conditions change. The ability to now control operations remotely is an important aspect of the Industry 4.0 upgrade process.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EResources:\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E1. Catch up on previous articles in this series:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0 Part 1: \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/news.php?type=articles\u0026amp;name=READ--The-Industry-40-Journey---Pt-1\u0022\u003EWhy an Industry 4.0 journey requires a trusted guide\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0 Part 2: \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/news.php?type=articles\u0026amp;name=READ--The-Industry-40-Journey---Pt-2\u0022\u003EHow to choose the right partner for industrial digital transformation\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E2. \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/contactus.html\u0022\u003ECHAT\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E to us for guidance on your Industry 4.0 Journey\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E3. \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/news-letter.html\u0022\u003ESUBSCRIBE\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E to receive these informative articles straight to your inbox\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESource:\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://blog.se.com/machine-and-process-management/2021/10/20/accelerate-the-shift-to-smart-manufacturing-through-remote-monitoring/\u0022\u003Ehttps://blog.se.com/machine-and-process-management/2021/10/20/accelerate-the-shift-to-smart-manufacturing-through-remote-monitoring/\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n", "created": "May 2022", "terms": "Electrical, Education, Schneider" }, { "title": "READ | The Industry 4.0 Journey - Pt 2", "nid": "613", "body": "\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHow to choose the right partner for industrial digital transformation\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EOrganizations in the industrial sector are under considerable pressure to change. Advances in connectivity, data generation and analysis, and computer power are forcing businesses to rethink their processes and accelerate go-to-market strategies through industrial digital transformation.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EChange is never easy, especially in a space that traditionally has been slow to adapt to new technologies and methodologies. When something is working, there is a natural reluctance to change it. However, currently there are compelling opportunities to digitize, automate, and connect existing equipment and solutions in industrial environments. Organizations that leverage Industry 4.0 technologies stand to gain new levels of agility and resiliency that aren\u2019t possible with legacy supply chain and production systems.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EBecause digital transformation and industrial automation require skills and expertise that most companies lack, the companies need help from expert partners. Fortunately, help is available from technology suppliers and service partners so you can achieve your digitization goals and maximize value from your technology investments.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/news-letter.html\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022Laptop\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u002211ab0bc7-3023-43c5-8020-da90b77ae038\u0022 height=\u0022225\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/Blog%20image%201.JPG\u0022 width=\u0022338\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EChoosing a partner for industrial digital transformation\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIn choosing an industrial automation partner, start by identifying companies that deliver digital expertise combined with an understanding of the equipment and infrastructure already in place. Industrial digital transformation involves more than ripping and replacing production and supply chain processes. In many cases, equipment already in place needs to be upgraded to support automation and digitalization \u2013 not replaced.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThis is what the convergence of IT with operational technology (OT) is about. Analog technologies that run operations in factories and other industrial environments are now being connected to digital systems for monitoring, data collection and analysis. Convergence makes it possible to leverage Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT)-enabled plant and machine architectures that enable analytics and connected solutions. These technologies help you achieve new levels of agility, efficiency, and productivity by turning data insights into strategic business decisions.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWith that in mind, you need a partner experienced in both IT and operational technology, and who understands the ramifications of blending production-side equipment and applications with newer digital functionality. A crucial aspect of this revolves around cybersecurity and compliance with privacy and security regulations. IT/OT convergence potentially exposes the OT side to cyber threats that it has not faced before. Your partner must be aware of these risks, their potential impact, and how to address them effectively.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EYour industrial automation partner, whether a distributor, system integrator, or panel builder, must also understand your business. The ideal partner takes the time to learn your operations to help you meet your challenges and achieve strategic goals, such as implementing plant automation and improving supply chain management\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EPost-implementation, you may want your partner to stay involved. Through connected systems, a partner can monitor your equipment for troubleshooting and maintenance purposes to optimize performance, avoid downtime, and protect your operations from cyber risks.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EStrong ecosystem for industrial digital transformation\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWhen selecting a partner, remember that no single company can deliver all technologies and services. The ideal partner is a member of a strong ecosystem of vendors, OEMs, system integrators and service providers who, together, deliver a value chain of products and services to drive digital transformation success.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EOur partnerships with Schneider Electric and other vendors are essential to guiding you up the Industry 4.0 mountain. We recognize the journey can be long and complex, but the view makes it all worthwhile, so let us be your Sherpa on your path to success.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EResources:\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E1. \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/contactus.html\u0022\u003ECHAT\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E to us for guidance on your Industry 4.0 Journey\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E2. \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/news-letter.html\u0022\u003ESUBSCRIBE\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E to receive these informative articles straight to your inbox\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESource:\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\u0022https://blog.se.com/industrial-software/2021/08/23/how-to-choose-the-right-partner-for-industrial-digital-transformation/\u0022\u003Ehttps://blog.se.com/industrial-software/2021/08/23/how-to-choose-the-right-partner-for-industrial-digital-transformation/\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n", "created": "May 2022", "terms": "Electrical, Education, Schneider" }, { "title": "READ | The Industry 4.0 Journey - Pt 1", "nid": "611", "body": "\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/news-letter.html\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022Industry 4.0 updated\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u0022dc78feb7-e7b7-4ded-aad0-f0e050d83cbf\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/industry4.0edited.png\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhy an Industry 4.0 journey requires a trusted guide\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EFor a lot of manufacturers, implementing\u00A0\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnet.co.za/news.php?type=articles\u0026amp;name=READ--Are-you-ready-for-Industry-40\u0022\u003EIndustry 4.0\u00A0\u003C/a\u003Estrategies may be a difficult mountain to climb on their own. As they focus on the core business, it is difficult to devote enough staff to the requirements and challenges associated with deploying data-driven, smart manufacturing technologies to boost agility and competitiveness.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EMany companies need guidance. The convergence of IT and OT that facilitates the implementation of smart manufacturing is complicated. Most could use help to determine how to blend operational technology (OT) and IT without disturbing production processes or introducing too many new risks. They need a knowledgeable technology partner, who like a Sherpa guiding a climber, can follow the best routes and negotiate the perils of the journey\u2026\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E3 ways a trusted advisor helps you reach Industry 4.0\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIn selecting a trusted advisor, organizations should be choosy. A worthy guide should demonstrate an understanding of the environment and know the intricacies of blending IT and OT to develop an Industry 4.0 roadmap tailored to a company\u2019s specific vision, constraints, risks, and requirements. A trusted advisor can help you in three essential ways.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E1. Learn the Industry 4.0 terrain \u2013 assessments are key\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAn effective guide has mastered the terrain to effectively lead clients in the right direction.\u00A0Industry 4.0 implementations should start with an assessment to learn the customer\u2019s environment and understand their level of digital readiness. A typical assessment reveals critical information about the path ahead:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EThe current state of automation and connectivity\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EThe available technical skill set of existing staff\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EChallenges and needs related to data exchange with customers and suppliers\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EResponsiveness of the manufacturing process to customer demands and changing market dynamics\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAssessments help determine the capacity of important systems such as MES (manufacturing execution system) and ERP (enterprise resource planning) that are in place and whether they should be added or updated. Could the customer benefit from artificial intelligence and augmented reality (AR) implementations? What about a customer\u2019s ESG (environmental, social, and governance) status? How can the customer meet sustainability and energy consumption goals? Looking into all these areas is essential to mapping out the digital journey.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u00A02.\u00A0Act as interpreter \u2013 use the right OT and IT systems to achieve Industry 4.0\u00A0\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EExperienced guides also serve as interpreters. In OT/IT convergence projects, the ability to \u201Cspeak\u201D both OT and IT is essential. OT teams focus on production machinery and industrial control systems while IT teams run IT infrastructure and components. These teams historically have worked independently with minimal interaction. They speak different languages, work with different equipment, and approach challenges with different mind-sets.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EConvergence creates the obvious need to bridge these teams together so each can understand the other\u2019s priorities, challenges, and goals. A trusted advisor with experience and expertise in both can act as a bridge and interpreter, coordinating the collaboration between teams so each understands the other\u2019s requirements. Only by getting both teams on the same page can an organization successfully move forward with its Industry 4.0 planning and execution.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u00A03.\u00A0Follow the best path to Industry 4.0 \u2013 plan a step-by-step route\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EA reliable guide knows the best routes to a destination, normally the safest, but not necessarily the fastest. With Industry 4.0, a gradual approach is preferable for many organizations. A company may need to go through Industry 3.1 and 3.2 before ascending to the 4.0 summit. An experienced technology advisor will plot a step-by-step route that may start, for example by placing Industrial\u00A0\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.se.com/ww/en/work/campaign/innovation/industries.jsp\u0022\u003EInternet of Things (IIoT)\u003C/a\u003E\u00A0\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.se.com/ww/en/product-category/4900-sensors-and-rfid-system/?filter=business-1-industrial-automation-and-control\u0022\u003Esensors\u003C/a\u003E\u00A0on existing manufacturing motors and\u00A0\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.se.com/ww/en/product-category/2900-variable-speed-drives-and-soft-starters/?filter=business-1-industrial-automation-and-control\u0022\u003Edrive systems\u003C/a\u003E\u00A0to begin collecting shop floor data.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EInformation collected by sensors can show how to improve maintenance efficiency and reduce energy consumption. 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Here\u2019s their take on the digitalization of drive technology\u2026\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhether it\u0027s the processing or manufacturing industry: nothing happens without drives\u003C/strong\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAnd drive systems also get you off to a good start when it comes to digitalization. The data from motors and converters is crucial to ensuring your competitiveness. We offer you a wide range of selection and engineering tools, connectivity modules, MindSphere applications, and Edge solutions, as well as digital services to help you meaningfully evaluate this information. This enables you to use drive data in machine and plant manufacturing in order, for example, to optimize your development processes, the properties of your machines and plants or your service. As an operator, however, you benefit from greater stability, flexibility and efficiency in your production and manufacturing processes.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDigital drive for the success of your company\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ETake advantage of digitalization to stay competitive and make your production even more efficient, cost-effective, and flexible \u2013 or to implement new machine and plant concepts as a machine and plant manufacturer. 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