Industry 4.0 Blog

food logistics is undergoing an unprecedented transformation. The pressure to ensure full traceability, optimize energy costs and comply with food safety regulations is pushing companies in the sector to digitize and automate their processes.

COOs drive investment in automation, real-time data and Industry 4.0. But here is the inconvenient truth that consulting firms avoid mentioning: more than half of digitisation projects fail, not because of the technology, but because of a lack of human adoption.

Digital transformation is advancing at an unstoppable pace, and companies that want to remain competitive need to optimize their internal processes. In this context, workflow automation (also known as workflows) has become an essential tool to increase efficiency and improve the quality of results.

Industrial digitisation is advancing rapidly, but so are the threats. Every year, cyber-attacks on companies increase, especially in sectors such as manufacturing, energy, food and logistics, where the convergence between IT and OT systems expands the attack surface.

The integration of CAD, ERP and document management is one of the pillars of the digital factory. In many industrial companies, design, administrative management and technical documentation work in silos or watertight compartments, leading to data duplication, errors, delays and cost overruns.

Metal additive manufacturing, better known as metal 3D printing, is transforming the way factories design and produce industrial components. In the era of Industry 4.0, this technology not only enables the creation of complex, customised parts, but, integrated with ERP, MES and cybersecurity, it gives companies full control over costs, traceability and quality.

Few words generate as much rejection in a plant as "shrinkage". They are losses. Sometimes visible, sometimes invisible. And although they are taken for granted in day-to-day industrial life, they have a direct and often silent impact on companies' profit margins.

The food industry is one of the most demanding and regulated sectors in the world. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that are part of this production chain face increasing challenges every day: meeting strict regulations, ensuring the traceability of each batch and reducing costs in an increasingly competitive market.

One of the most critical decisions for any business is choosing between on-premise (local) servers and cloud servers. This choice isn't just about technological preference but a strategic decision that can significantly impact a company's operability and long-term success.

In an increasingly competitive world, manufacturing companies are constantly looking for ways to optimise their production processes. This allows them to improve productivity, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction.