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April 22, 2025 · Discrete Manufacturing

From Complexity to Control: Why Smart MES is the Backbone of Modern Manufacturing

At Hannover Messe 2025, there’s one term on everyone’s lips: AI. But amidst the noise, Francisco Almada Lobo brings a clear, strategic voice to the table—cutting through the hype to highlight what actually matters in manufacturing today: control, visibility, and preparedness.For manufacturers navigating rising product complexity, volatile supply chains, and increased customization demands, the pressure […]

April 21, 2025 · Discrete Manufacturing

The Silent Barriers to Industrial Competitiveness

Many manufacturers invest heavily in new technology yet still struggle to close the competitiveness gap with industry leaders. The reasons are rarely obvious; they hide in organizational silos, legacy system architectures, workforce skill deficits, and fragmented data strategies that quietly undermine even the best-funded initiatives. In this article, IIoT World identifies the most common silent […]