The manufacturing industry is in the middle of a labor crunch. As experienced workers retire and skilled talent becomes harder to find, many factories are struggling to maintain consistency, efficiency, and quality. Generative AI is emerging as a powerful tool—not to replace human workers, but to support them, capture institutional knowledge, and make shop floor […]
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You can tell something’s shifting in manufacturing—not by the headlines, but by the way small teams are solving problems that used to be ignored. At IIoT World’s Manufacturing Day in May 2025, a group of founders and CEOs joined a refreshingly candid discussion about what it really takes to move the needle in industrial innovation. […]
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As the energy sector undergoes rapid digital transformation, cybersecurity has shifted from a technical afterthought to a strategic imperative. During the session “Cybersecurity in the Energy Industry: Protecting Critical Infrastructure in a Connected Era,” held at IIoT World Energy Day 2025, a panel of experts explored how the convergence of IT and OT, the expansion of digital […]
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As industrial organizations accelerate their digital transformation journeys, one persistent challenge continues to block progress: the gap between Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) teams. While “IT/OT convergence” has become a buzzword in Industry 4.0 circles, most professionals on the ground still struggle with what that actually means in practice and how to achieve […]
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August 2025 is packed with top-tier events spotlighting Industrial IoT, cybersecurity, automation, and clean energy. From major global conferences to specialized expos, industry professionals have numerous opportunities to connect, learn, and discover innovations shaping the future of manufacturing, digital security, and energy. Whether you’re focused on cutting-edge cybersecurity, AI-driven automation, or sustainable energy solutions, this […]
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The industrial internet of things (IIoT) is reaching new heights. As the lines between operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT) blur, companies are unlocking new standards of visibility and efficiency. However, this trend also has a dark side that has become increasingly prominent amid rising cybercrime.The Need for Cybersecurity in IT/OT ConvergenceA worrying 80% […]
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At the MES & Industry 4.0 event in Porto, Jeff Winter, VP of Business Strategy at Critical Manufacturing, outlined a practical roadmap for manufacturers ready to move beyond experimentation and into scalable transformation.Start with a Purpose-Built MVPRolling out MES across multiple sites doesn’t need to be slow or resource-draining. The key is starting with a Minimum […]
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Interview with Andreas Dick, Member of the Board for Production & Logistics at Škoda AutoŠkoda Auto, a Volkswagen Group brand, was founded in 1895—making it one of the oldest car manufacturers still in operation today. This year, Škoda celebrates its 130th anniversary, a milestone that honors not only its heritage but also its continued commitment […]
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At the MES & Industry 4.0 Summit in Porto, May Yap, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer at Jabil, offered a clear message for manufacturers navigating global digital transformation: technology isn’t the hard part—alignment is.Across dozens of production sites and functions, the challenge isn’t just implementing tools like MES or AI; it’s coordinating them to […]
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At the MES & Industry 4.0 Summit in Porto, Adélio Fernandes, VP of Engineering and Co-founder of Critical Manufacturing, shared forward-looking insights on how MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) must evolve to meet the needs of today’s data-intensive, AI-driven factories. His perspective highlights a shift from monolithic platforms to flexible, edge-ready architectures designed for speed, adaptability, […]
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As manufacturing becomes increasingly digital and sustainability-focused, automotive leaders are confronting new pressures that reach far beyond the factory floor. In a recent interview at the MES & Industry 4.0 Summit in Porto, Dr. Thomas Kaufmann, Executive VP & COO of Infineon’s Automotive Division, outlined several emerging challenges—and opportunities—that are redefining the future of industrial […]
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