The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport

THE FOURTH INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION IS HERE — IS YOUR BUSINESS READY?

Published: 22/02/2017

THE FOURTH INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION IS HERE — IS YOUR BUSINESS READY?

Manufacturing companies of today look very different than manufacturing companies of even 10 years ago. From the internet of things and robotics, to custom designed products and lean principles, manufacturing is evolving at warp speed. Gone are the days of legacy systems and manual processes in the manufacturing world—now is the time for progress, exploring new technologies and embracing the Fourth Industrial Revolution.

Download this expert report and learn more about best practices among modern manufacturers as they position themselves for success in the face of key industry trends, including:

Smarter manufacturing, and how innovative start-ups are creating an impact across all different types of products.
Custom design and small batch manufacturing for the highest calibre customer experience.
Robotics on the shop floor to further streamline operations and automate processes.
Outsourced manufacturing for greater economies of scale and efficiencies.

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