You likely studied about the Industrial Revolution in school. While it might seem like ancient history today, in reality, the Industrial Revolution never stopped. It continues today. Only instead of water or steam-powered machines, the modern revolution has grown to include machines of all kinds, the workers who operate and look after them, and digital technology. This whitepaper peers into the factory of the future and reveals the role connected worker platforms and other digital technologies will play in how products of every kind are made.Key takeaways:
- The workforce in a factory of the future will be highly connected with people and machines
- Technology-based tools will become as common as handheld ones
- Digital technology will enable factories and plants to become more proactive in addressing maintenance and warehouse management problems
- Environmental, safety, and regulatory compliance will become easier to successfully accomplish thanks to digital technology