Industry 4.0

Digital transformation brings new potentials to both the economy and private life. In this process, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are responsible for most of the innovations in the economy. SMEs can make decisions more quickly and play a key role in the implementation of Industry 4.0. The areas of action are smart services, smart factories, and smart products.
Objective
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All components in Industry 4.0 require an open architecture. This allows products to be adapted more quickly to customer requirements. The foundation for this is intelligent software.

Requirements for the software:

  • Interfaces
  • Networkable
  • Standardized
  • Artificial Intelligence

SMART means that connected systems, goods, and services communicate with each other in real-time. The software has integrated user functions and homogeneous data processing. Agile methods and interdisciplinary knowledge are required.

There are various associations and chambers that promote the topic of Industry 4.0. Framework conditions such as IT security and operational safety also need to be clarified.

The plattform www.plattform-i40.de aims to enhance competitiveness in Germany on the topic, set standards, and shape the benefits for people.”