Articles tagged as smart factories

HiveMQ Pulse: Transforming Industrial IoT with Distributed Data Intelligence
· Analytics

HiveMQ Pulse: Transforming Industrial IoT with Distributed Data Intelligence

A New Era of IoT Data ManagementAs industrial enterprises accelerate their digital transformation, managing and leveraging real-time operational data remains a critical challenge. HiveMQ, a leader in enterprise MQTT solutions, has introduced HiveMQ Pulse, a next-generation distributed data intelligence platform designed to unify, transform, and contextualize data at the source.Announced at ProveIt! Conference 2025, HiveMQ Pulse is purpose-built for Industry 4.0. It provides organizations […]

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How Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN) is Transforming Industrial Automation
· Discrete Manufacturing

How Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN) is Transforming Industrial Automation

At the ARC Industry Forum 2025, Greg Orloff of IIoT World sat down with Thomas J. Burke, the Global Director of Industry Standards at Mitsubishi Electric, to discuss the evolution of industrial connectivity, focusing on CC-Link technology and the role of Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN) in unifying disparate industrial networks.Challenges in Industrial NetworkingIndustrial environments are filled with disparate devices and networks, creating challenges in interoperability. Traditionally, […]

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AI, Open Systems, and Automation: The Keys to Sustainable, Autonomous Manufacturing
· Artificial Intelligence

AI, Open Systems, and Automation: The Keys to Sustainable, Autonomous Manufacturing

Industrial operations are at a pivotal moment, where sustainability, autonomy, and efficiency are no longer optional but essential. Schneider Electric leads this transformation through software-defined automation, AI-driven solutions, and open systems. Andre Babineau explains how these technologies reshape manufacturing, making operations more flexible, sustainable, and future-proof.Decoupling Software from Hardware: The Shift to Open AutomationA key trend Babineau highlights […]

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Who Is Attacking Smart Factories? Understanding the Evolving Threat Landscape
· Cybersecurity

Who Is Attacking Smart Factories? Understanding the Evolving Threat Landscape

As manufacturing becomes more digitized and interconnected, the rise of cyberattacks targeting smart factories, industrial control systems (ICS), and operational technology (OT) has posed significant challenges for businesses worldwide. In recent years, ransomware attacks have become a prominent tool for cybercriminals, demonstrating how vulnerabilities in ICS environments can lead to severe operational disruptions. While the […]

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Enhancing Manufacturing Processes with AI and Low-Code: An Essential Guide for Modern Manufacturers
· Artificial Intelligence

Enhancing Manufacturing Processes with AI and Low-Code: An Essential Guide for Modern Manufacturers

IIoT World’s latest booklet, “Enhancing Manufacturing Processes Through AI and Low-Code Integration,” is a must-read resource for manufacturers looking to leverage cutting-edge technologies to drive efficiency, innovation, and productivity. This guide delves into the synergy between AI and low-code platforms, offering actionable insights to help manufacturers streamline processes, reduce downtime, and stay ahead in an increasingly competitive […]

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Embracing the Future: Schneider Electric’s Vision for Smart Factories at Hannover Messe 2024
· Connected Industry

Embracing the Future: Schneider Electric’s Vision for Smart Factories at Hannover Messe 2024

In this interview at Hannover Messe 2024, Dr. Ali Haj Fraj, Sr. VP Digital Factory, Schneider Electric, explains how industrial businesses could leverage smart factories to drive growth, productivity, and sustainability. The Emergence of Smart Manufacturing At the heart of the discussion, Dr. Ali Haj Fraj emphasized the increasing importance of smart manufacturing. The last […]

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How Semiconductors Make Smart Factories Smarter
· Smart Manufacturing

How Semiconductors Make Smart Factories Smarter

Over the past 70 years, we have witnessed a massive increase in consumer and B2B customer demand. According to Statista’s recent analyst report, the smart factory market will grow to about $244.8 billion U.S. dollars by 2024, a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.6 percent. In the new age of industrialism—Industry 4.0, also known […]

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The Benefits of Using the Digital Twin in Manufacturing
· Connected Industry

The Benefits of Using the Digital Twin in Manufacturing

Now that technology has matured to a point where companies can implement a digital twin strategy that is cost-effective, it is a game-changer for manufacturers. In fact, 75% of organizations implementing IoT already use them or plan to within a year. What is a Digital Twin? A digital twin is a digital representation of a process, […]

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[White Paper] Three Steps to Keep Smart Factory Operations Running
· Connected Industry

[White Paper] Three Steps to Keep Smart Factory Operations Running

For factories and manufacturers, the need for cybersecurity is urgent. This is due to the concerns arising from operation stoppages caused by security incidents, resulting in loss of revenue. Unlike enterprise IT, system administrators face several issues within smart factory security, namely difficult to eliminate vulnerabilities, the spread of malware, and flat network configurations. Furthermore, […]

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Digital Transformation of Manufacturing Industries Trends
· Smart Manufacturing

Digital Transformation of Manufacturing Industries Trends

It is real, but it’s difficult to say how long it will take. It will surely take many years to fully realize, but is already happening faster than many expected.  This blog presents some of key digital transformation trends in manufacturing ARC tracks in 2018. Advanced Analytics and Machine Learning The most noticeable and probably […]

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