IIoT in manufacturing
As one of the earliest proponents of the industrial internet of things, manufacturers stand at the forefront of how to best use the IoT's array of applications. Get expert guidance to achieve the benefits of IIoT in manufacturing through ERP systems in areas such as supply chain visibility, automated reporting and process manufacturing.
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Feature
04 Jan 2022
Digital twin simulation helps baristas make a perfect espresso
A century-old Italian maker of high-end coffee machines used digital twins to virtually eliminate physical prototypes and set the stage for IoT-connected product as a service. Continue Reading
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Feature
13 Sep 2021
Top 5 industrial IoT use cases
As more organizations embrace IIoT, the technology will lead to more innovation and further improvements in use cases such as predictive maintenance and workplace analytics. Continue Reading
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Tip
28 Jul 2021
Industrial IoT security must target 3 risk categories
IT administrators can address administrative and operational, technical and physical risks in an IIoT security plan with a cybersecurity framework to guide the process. Continue Reading
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Tip
09 Jul 2021
Evaluate industrial IoT connectivity options
Organizations adopting industrial IoT must decide whether wired or wireless connectivity serves their purpose best based on data rates and device location. Continue Reading
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Tip
01 Jul 2021
IIoT platforms optimize analysis of industrial data
Instead of managing industrial data and connections on their own, industrial organizations can use IIoT platforms to break down data silos and get more actionable insights. Continue Reading
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Tip
08 Jun 2021
Invest in 4 technologies for industrial IoT architecture
The right industrial IoT architecture and a developed project vision serve as the foundation for a variety of applications and increase process efficiency. Continue Reading
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Feature
16 Apr 2021
Reap the rewards of IT/OT convergence in manufacturing
Organizations that plan carefully and slowly implement IT/OT convergence in manufacturing can experience advantages in productivity at minimal risk. Continue Reading
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Feature
18 Feb 2021
Manufacturing outlook for 2021 focuses on resilience
As midmarket manufacturers focus on recovery from the pandemic, many will take advantage of the opportunity to accelerate Industry 4.0 projects, according to BDO USA. Continue Reading
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21 Dec 2020
Use predictive analytics in manufacturing to gain insight
Predictive analytics in manufacturing is a crucial part of a predictive manufacturing system. Learn about its promise, its drawbacks and why. Continue Reading
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Feature
02 Oct 2020
Digital transformation requires upskilling and reskilling
Manufacturers undergoing digital transformation must address workers' skills gaps, but new technology shouldn't be imposed from above without early input and buy-in from workers. Continue Reading
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20 Aug 2020
Time is right for connected worker platforms
In this Q&A, Parsable CEO Lawrence Whittle explains why the COVID-19 era may make a strong case for connected worker technologies. Continue Reading
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13 Aug 2020
GE Digital's transformation rocky but ongoing
In this Q&A, GE Digital CEO Patrick Byrne discusses how the company is back in the GE fold, GE's digital transformation lessons, and how the COVID-19 crisis affects manufacturers. Continue Reading
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News
02 Jul 2020
Manufacturers turn to servitization for competitive advantage
Servitization leads to more resilient and profitable businesses, but only a few manufacturers are fully enabled to adopt the new model, according to IDC. Continue Reading
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17 Jun 2020
GE Digital CTO on data, AI role in digital twin applications
Colin Parris, founder of GE's digital twin effort, lays out the reasons data management can make or break an application and why pairing digital twins with AI makes each one better. Continue Reading
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News
11 Jun 2020
Predictive maintenance vendor launches AI warranty
A predictive maintenance vendor added a new warranty to its platform that pays customers $100,000 for repair if the AI-based prediction system fails to foresee a machine breakdown. Continue Reading
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09 Jun 2020
Digital twin technology on turbulent climb to stratosphere
Digital twins may be the hottest thing in the already overhyped IoT. The potential is real, but deciding what goes into digital twins and linking them with enterprise data is no small feat. Continue Reading
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22 May 2020
Machine health systems play critical role in age of disruption
As the COVID-19 crisis disrupts industries, manufacturers can keep lines running by using machine health monitoring systems to manage equipment and diagnose problems remotely. Continue Reading
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News
05 Mar 2020
Manufacturing outlook hopeful despite recession fears
A new survey of midmarket manufacturing CFOs shows that most anticipate increases in revenue and profitability in 2020, in the face of an expected economic slowdown. Continue Reading
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Feature
02 Mar 2020
Connected worker platforms bring people into digital transformation
A dairy production company is using a connected worker platform to fill in the gaps of ERP and manufacturing systems and tie in front-line workers to its digital transformation. Continue Reading
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Tip
26 Nov 2019
ISA-95 for IIoT gives architects a standard for integration
The rapid growth of IoT technology has led to a common complaint about the lack of standards across IoT, but organizations can use the ISA-95 standard for IIoT. Continue Reading
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Tip
07 Oct 2019
5G in manufacturing propels change throughout the industry
5G and IoT sensors can unlock new capabilities for manufacturers, while improving existing processes with decreased latency and more accurate asset tracking. Continue Reading
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Quiz
27 Sep 2019
Test your grasp of process manufacturing concepts
Process manufacturing is used to create and supply items around the world. Test your knowledge about which kinds of products and how they are made. Continue Reading
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Tip
19 Sep 2019
Understand the best IT/OT convergence strategies
The differences between IT and OT make convergence difficult. Admins can reconcile the two by creating a partition and prioritizing OT traffic. Continue Reading
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News
18 Sep 2019
Sigfox network provides cheap, efficient connectivity for IoT
IoT applications for manufacturing and supply chain don't require 5G networks to send small packets of data. Sigfox believes they're better suited for a 0G network. Continue Reading
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Feature
19 Aug 2019
Interest in industrial augmented reality grows
The augmented reality market is gaining traction in the manufacturing sector. Learn how the market has grown and why AR might improve operations and training. Continue Reading
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Answer
02 Apr 2019
Where can we see internet of nano-things applications?
Nanotechnology in IoT -- sensors, antennas and devices -- are all around us at work and at home, even if you can't see them, says IEEE member Saumya Sharma. Continue Reading
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22 Feb 2019
What's next for ServiceMax's service execution management suite?
ServiceMax is no longer in GE Digital. But its relationship with Predix will continue, and there are new opportunities to integrate with other IIoT platforms, according to CEO Scott Berg. Continue Reading
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14 Jan 2019
Predix platform may benefit from GE Digital spinoff
The spinoff of GE Digital and the sale of ServiceMax have left the future of the Predix platform hazy and underscores the difficulty of digital transformation. Continue Reading
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20 Dec 2018
What is the internet of nano-things, and what are its uses?
The internet of nano-things is taking IoT to the next level -- or, more precisely, to a smaller level. IEEE member Saumya Sharma explains IoNT's uses and benefits in the smallest of spaces. Continue Reading
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12 Dec 2018
Smart manufacturing technology can leave old systems behind
Smart technology like IIoT is changing the way manufacturers operate, but they face issues with older unconnected systems. Should they rip and replace or retrofit the stranded assets? Continue Reading
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30 Nov 2018
GE and others head to factory of the future vision with Oracle
Four manufacturing companies explain how Oracle IoT technology has helped them move forward with Industry 4.0 pursuits, including cloud ERP and industrial IoT. Continue Reading
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20 Nov 2018
Moves to connected manufacturing hindered by stranded assets
Stranded assets in manufacturing facilities can lead to inefficiencies and can hinder companies from moving to smart factories and taking advantage of fully connected systems. Continue Reading
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Feature
06 Nov 2018
The time is right for IoT for manufacturing applications
IOT technology adoption is growing as it becomes more feasible and delivers useful data. However, manufacturers should resolve issues of security, scalability and data quality. Continue Reading
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News
17 Aug 2018
ICS security fails the Black Hat test
Industrial control systems hit the mainstream at Black Hat this year, with over two dozen program sessions tackling different angles of the subject. The takeaway: Vendors still aren't really trying. Continue Reading
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16 Aug 2018
Industrial IoT application boosts machine utilization
Metal parts maker uses MachineMetrics analytics cloud to spot underused equipment, help machinists squeeze out more production and monitor their own efficiency. Continue Reading
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News
15 Aug 2018
Industrial cloud moving from public to hybrid systems
A new survey by ABI Research indicates that manufacturers will move IIoT systems from public cloud to hybrid systems as more storage and processing can be done at the device level. Continue Reading
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Feature
10 Aug 2018
IoT and robotics, evolving together
While robotics for automation has existed for decades, adding IoT into the mix has changed the game for the industry. Continue Reading
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Tip
07 Aug 2018
Overwhelmed by IIoT data? Perhaps hire a data scientist
Industrial IoT creates an avalanche of information. You may need to hire a data scientist to reap that benefits IIoT promises, says Sam Pearson of Deloitte Consulting. Continue Reading
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Tip
07 Aug 2018
IIoT analytics opportunities for manufacturing, industry
The real benefits of IIoT are becoming clear, thanks to data-driven analytics. Learn how IIoT aids predictive maintenance, asset tracking and more. Continue Reading
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07 Aug 2018
IIoT standards have yet to keep pace with IoT protocols
IoT standards in general, and industrial IoT standards in particular, are just beginning to develop -- but they're tightly focused rather than broadly conceived. Continue Reading
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01 Aug 2018
Using digital twin technology to simulate IoT
Thanks to the use of digital twins, IoT issues such as device interactions, development and PLM can be solved. Continue Reading
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26 Jul 2018
Q&A: Mike Lackey on SAP digital manufacturing
In this Q&A, SAP head of digital manufacturing Mike Lackey discusses the SAP digital manufacturing network and how it helps manufacturers meet the demands of the new digital economy. Continue Reading
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29 Jun 2018
PLM platforms evolve for a role in IoT
Integration with IoT systems can extend the possibilities for PLM platforms, but according to experts, they must first evolve technically to handle the IoT data and processes. Continue Reading
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22 Jun 2018
Making IoT and PLM systems work together takes cultural change
Integration with IoT holds promise for extending PLM applications, but experts say there are technical and cultural changes that need to take place for this to work. Continue Reading
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24 May 2018
IoT may throw a lifeline to PLM systems
PLM systems have functioned mostly in engineering, but now IoT-connected devices are allowing PLM to be more useful across the entire product lifecycle. Continue Reading
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Feature
23 May 2018
Smart manufacturing technology is changing business processes
The future is here: AI enablement and smart manufacturing technologies are transforming business systems today, according to technology futurist Jack Shaw. Continue Reading
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News
02 May 2018
At OSIsoft PI World, IT/OT convergence a hot topic
Building IoT connectivity with a PI Server across multiple plants to improve analytics and efficiency is a great goal, but achieving it isn't without its challenges, as evidenced at OSIsoft PI World 2018. Continue Reading
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News
12 Mar 2018
IIC addresses industrial IoT security on endpoints
In a new document, the Industrial Internet Consortium abridges IEC and NIST publications, offering clear, concise guidance to ensure IIoT security in connected plants. Continue Reading
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15 Feb 2018
Major components maker ramps up AI in manufacturing
Artificial intelligence is making inroads into manufacturing systems. Case in point is printed circuits manufacturer Jabil, which uses AI to improve its processes and products. Continue Reading
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12 Feb 2018
Dell IoT Division focuses on partnerships, OT-IT convergence
The recently announced Dell IoT Division is on track to make the company a one-stop IoT shop, thanks to numerous partnerships and new IoT initiatives. Continue Reading
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Photo Story
08 Jan 2018
IoT predictions 2018: What will the next year of connectedness bring?
The internet of things is in full swing -- but what will the next year bring? Industry experts look into their crystal balls and offer IoT predictions for the year ahead. Continue Reading
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25 Oct 2017
How one CIO's move to cloud MES brought significant gains
Led by Manesh Patel, Sanmina moved from an on-premises system to 42Q -- a cloud MES -- for real-time manufacturing and supply chain visibility, improved quality control and yield. Continue Reading
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15 Mar 2017
What are today's most critical supply chain management issues?
Savvy supply chain managers need to take stock of the issues affecting today's supply chains so they can be proactive about strategy. Here's what they should know. Continue Reading
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10 Jan 2017
How are IoT sensors helping the aviation industry?
When aircraft take to the sky with IoT sensors on board, repair needs are more accurately predicted, potential failures trigger alerts and safety measures can be boosted. Continue Reading
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Opinion
07 Dec 2015
IoT apps still sparse, but promising
There's strong evidence that the IoT is gaining acceptance -- but only on a limited basis because of cost and equipment compatibility concerns. Continue Reading