The second step: the use of advanced technology to achieve intelligence

Artificial intelligence (AI) technology, as an important technology for mining digital value, can not only help industrial enterprises optimize their processes and products, but also enhance their competitive position. At present, cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence technology are injecting new momentum into industrial development.

Predictive maintenance, for example, allows you to predict whether a process state is likely to fail in the future and initiate the actions needed to avoid failure. As a cutting-edge technology in the industry, predictive maintenance solutions are largely aided by artificial intelligence and machine learning (ML). With predictive maintenance solutions, manufacturers can reduce equipment downtime, increase productivity, and minimize overhead costs.

Another technique is the “digital twin”. It is predicted that by 2025, 80% of participants in the industrial ecosystem will share data and insights about their products, assets and processes with other participants through digital twins. With the help of data and artificial intelligence technologies, digital twins can digitally simulate physical assets, factories or processes. Operators can plan, simulate and verify the twin systems to determine the possible impact on production. With this technology, enterprises can effectively carry out efficient and effective optimization measures.

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Step 3: Embrace open automation

Now is the time to unlock the potential of interoperability in industry. Historically, the industrial world has largely followed proprietary architectures and applications. But with the increasing importance of software, interoperability between components is no longer out of reach.

Open automation relies on “plug and play” components based on the IEC 61499 standard to ensure multi-vendor interoperability and seamless connectivity throughout the supply chain. From suppliers to Oems to end users, they can share an open automation software layer in their respective technology ecosystems, enabling unprecedented performance improvements. By joining the Open Automation Organization UAO (UniversalAutomation.org) to create interoperable solutions, anyone can work together to drive sustainable and lasting positive change in the industry.