Labelling Solutions
The impact of Industry 4.0 on the supply chain
far beyond the traditional scopes, requiring a strategic recalibration to weather the storm and emerge stronger in the face of adversity. With this in mind, a commitment to bolstering digital transformation strategies through investment in innovative technologies will be critical to streamline operations, drive growth and increase profitability.
One such example is cloud labelling, which Josh Roff man I
ndustry 4.0 is having a signifi cant impact on companies and their manufacturing processes, as new technologies, including the Internet of Things (IoT), cloud computing and analytics, and artifi cial intelligence and machine learning are incorporated into production facilities and overall operations. Josh Roff man, Loftware EVP marketing, outlines what this means for manufacturers and their supply chains.
TECHNOLOGIES POWERING INDUSTRY 4.0 As businesses plan for 2025 and beyond, they are grappling with disruptions that extend
signifi cantly improves the end-to-end product identifi cation process by driving down error rates, facilitating regulatory and customer compliance and supporting dispersed workforces. Current cloud-based technologies provide organisations and their supply chain partners with new levels of control and consistency.
Moreover, when it comes to printing on the production line, the labelling, marking and coding software space is undergoing a signifi cant transformation. Manually operated, disconnected printers are becoming connected, integrated and controlled by intelligent systems as part of a drive toward a “one size fi ts all” intelligent factory operation. Now, companies can utilise a standardised and centralised cloud-based platform for all their labelling requirements. These advanced solutions off er integration capabilities to manage output for all their devices from thermal and colour laser printing to marking
and coding devices, visual inspection systems, serialisation solutions and more.
By adopting such a solution, businesses gain printing flexibility, accuracy and efficiency to improve their bottom line and support global growth.
FUTUREPROOFING WITH THE CLOUD In the pursuit of enhanced profitability, business expansion and operational efficiency, companies of all sizes are anticipated to further embrace the Cloud for mission-critical business processes including labelling. The synergy between Industry 4.0 and cloud technology enhances the agility, security and accessibility of modern industrial processes, driving innovation and efficiency.
The Cloud also boosts transparency, which is a vital step in creating resilient supply chains; according to our Top 5 Trends report, 70 percent of businesses fl ag global traceability as a priority for their business in the coming 12 months. This is because companies need to ensure quality, safeguard products, protect consumers, streamline the location of inventory and guarantee on-time delivery to market. Leveraging digital traceability enabled by the Cloud can also assist companies in fulfi lling their corporate social responsibility objectives, too. Being able to trace products both upstream and downstream will become important for managing the product lifecycle and sustainable sourcing. Intelligent supply chains that leverage cloud technologies can track, trace and authenticate goods at every stage of the journey, from raw materials to consumer goods.
LOOKING AHEAD TO 2025 AND BEYOND As Industry 4.0 continues to shape the manufacturing landscape, businesses are feeling increasing pressure to optimise their supply chains to meet growing demands, all while staying environmentally sustainable and reducing costs. With a cloud-based labelling solution, manufacturers now have an unprecedented opportunity to achieve all three goals. Cloud technology is the key to unlocking greater supply chain efficiency, sustainability and profitability for manufacturers. Armed with a clear roadmap to digital transformation, businesses can confidently embrace the future of manufacturing and ensure their long-term success.
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October 2024
www.convertermag.com
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