Achieving world-class Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) is a top priority for manufacturers, yet most facilities operate well below the 85% benchmark that separates leaders from laggards. Predictive maintenance powered by the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is proving to be one of the most effective levers for closing that gap. In this guide, IIoT World […]
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At HANNOVER MESSE 2025, Schneider Electric isn’t just showcasing products — it’s introducing a new mindset for how industries operate, adapt, and evolve. With a spotlight on open software-defined automation and industrial AI, Schneider Electric’s presence at Hall 11, Stand C52, reflects a bold rethinking of industrial control in an increasingly connected and complex world.As manufacturers face rising pressure to digitize, […]
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Agentic AI represents a fundamental shift in how artificial intelligence operates within industrial environments, moving from passive prediction to autonomous decision-making and action. In this IIoT World explainer, we break down what agentic AI actually means for manufacturers, process engineers, and operations leaders. You will learn how autonomous AI agents differ from traditional machine learning […]
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As manufacturers navigate increasingly complex global operations, one thing is clear: digital transformation can no longer be achieved through disconnected plant-level systems. A new white paper from Critical Manufacturing, “Multisite MES: Essential for Enterprise Digital Transformation,” outlines why a unified, enterprise-wide MES is fast becoming the foundation for future-ready manufacturing.Traditionally, MES implementations have been handled at the […]
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As manufacturers push AI inference to edge devices on the factory floor, a new and underappreciated cybersecurity challenge emerges: how do you ensure that over-the-air model updates are authentic, untampered, and safe to deploy on safety-critical systems? In this IIoT World analysis, we examine the threat vectors unique to edge AI model delivery, from supply […]
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In today’s rapidly evolving industrial landscape, staying competitive means being smart with your operations — and smarter with your investments. Leading organizations are turning to the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to optimize processes, cut costs, and boost ROI.This new digital booklet, “How IIoT and AI Are Driving Smarter Operational Investments,” explores how companies across manufacturing, logistics, […]
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Choosing the right communication protocol is one of the most consequential decisions in any Industrial IoT deployment. The protocol you select determines latency, security posture, interoperability with legacy equipment, and ultimately whether your predictive maintenance or real-time monitoring system delivers actionable results. In this IIoT World guide, we compare the leading industrial communication protocols, including […]
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At Hannover Messe 2025, Critical Manufacturing will spotlight how next-generation Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) can move manufacturers beyond incremental gains—toward measurable, transformative outcomes. As a recognized leader in MES by IDC MarketScape and a subsidiary of ASMPT, the company will demonstrate how its modular, modern platform helps manufacturers reduce complexity, unify data silos, and gain […]
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Unplanned downtime costs industrial manufacturers an estimated $50 billion annually, and a significant share of that loss comes from energy inefficiency in failing or degraded equipment. AI-driven predictive maintenance tackles both problems simultaneously by using machine learning models trained on vibration, thermal, and power-consumption data to detect anomalies weeks before a breakdown occurs. In this […]
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Lean manufacturing remains one of the most proven frameworks for eliminating waste, reducing lead times, and improving quality on the factory floor. Yet many manufacturers struggle to move beyond pilot projects and embed lean principles into daily operations at scale. This IIoT World guide walks through the core lean manufacturing techniques, from 5S workplace organization […]
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The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is transforming modern manufacturing by enabling connected, data-driven processes that improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and enhance decision-making. Manufacturers increasingly rely on IIoT to optimize production, but proving its return on investment (ROI) remains a significant challenge. Due to the complexities of implementation and measurement, many organizations struggle to quantify […]
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Certificate management remains one of the most overlooked attack surfaces in industrial cybersecurity, yet new research findings suggest the risk is far larger than most organizations realize. In this article, IIoT World examines research revealing that 18% of online certificates contain security vulnerabilities, a statistic with serious implications for industrial control systems, OT networks, and […]
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