Smart factories have become an indispensable part of modern-day manufacturing, increasing efficiency and collaboration. The foundation for a smart manufacturing is the implementation of networked plants and devices that can continuously collect data for evidence-based decision-making. According to a Deloitte study, companies with smart factory initiatives report on average 10–12% gains in areas such as manufacturing output, factory utilization and labor productivity.
But an increase in factory networking also leads to an increase in vulnerabilities, which is why security is a big concern for companies implementing advanced digital technologies. Cyberattacks on manufacturing can lead to costly downtime, deny companies access to data and even cause physical damage to critical infrastructure. So how can you protect your smart factory from hacking, malware and other threats? This eBook includes stories on the steps to developing a smart factory, why smart buildings are often insecure and the future of robot manufacturing trends.
Learning Objectives:
- Making FDT/DTM technology work in factory automation, hybrid applications
- Steps to developing a smart factory
- What’s behind weak cybersecurity in smart buildings? People, process and technology challenges
- Future of robot manufacturing trends and innovation
- And so much more in this 28-page eBook!
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