The idea of a fully autonomous factory is attractive. Machines detect abnormalities. AI predicts what may happen next. Agents modify
A changeover rarely takes too long because somebody is turning a bolt too slowly. Yet many SMED initiatives begin precisely
A factory can be highly connected and still have a weak digital foundation. Machines generate signals. MES captures execution. ERP
Two industrial systems can be technically connected and still fail to understand one another. ERP can send a production order
Most factories do not suffer from a shortage of asset data. They have vibration measurements, temperature trends, alarms, downtime records,
Many process models look convincing until the factory encounters a serious abnormal condition. A machine develops unusual vibration. Quality detects