Industry 4.0

What is Industry 4.0?

Industry 4.0 represents a new era of digital transformation in manufacturing and industrial processes. Originating in Germany, it is also referred to as the “fourth industrial revolution”. This revolution is based on the integration of physical production systems with digital technologies. By combining advanced technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI), big data, cyber-physical systems (CPS) and cloud computing, more flexible, efficient and customized production processes become possible.

• Key Components of Industry 4.0

Industry 4.0 is a combination of many advanced technologies. The main ones are the following:
1. Internet of Things (IoT): Internet-connected communication of machines, sensors and devices with each other.
2. Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS): The real-time integration of physical processes with digital systems.
3. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML): Data analytics for automated decision making and process optimization.
4. Big Data and Analytics: Analyzing large amounts of data from the production process and transforming it into meaningful information.

• Benefits of Industry 4.0

The advantages offered by Industry 4.0 are transforming many areas from production to the supply chain:
1. Increased Productivity: Thanks to automated systems, production processes become faster and error-free.
2. Resource Efficiency: Significant savings are achieved in the use of materials, energy and time.
3. Flexible Production: Customized products can be produced in small batches according to demand.
4. Real-Time Monitoring: Thanks to instant data, systems can be monitored and intervened instantly.
5. Predictive Maintenance: System continuity is ensured by intervening before failure occurs.
6. Competitive Advantage: Digitalized companies become faster, more flexible and customer-oriented in the market.
7. Occupational Safety and Ergonomics: Human health is protected by transferring dangerous jobs to robots.