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maintenance identifies issues before they cause downtime. This connectivity forms the foundation for autonomous production systems.
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Data-driven production The foundation for all this is data. Analytical tools turn raw data into insights that form the basis for all levels of decision-making. Edge and cloud computing provide the required technical infrastructure. This approach not only optimizes existing processes, but also opens the door to new business models.
4. Sustainability as a core principle Sustainability is an integral part of modern production: intelligent control systems optimize energy consumption, resource-efficient solutions reduce material usage, and circular economy approaches minimize waste. Environmental responsibility can be aligned with business benefits – to reduce costs, comply with regulations, and strengthen brand image.
5. Flexibility and scalability Adaptable systems allow for rapid product changeovers, while modular systems offer future-proofing: new technologies can be integrated and
systems scaled without the need for complete rebuilds.
Together, these five pillars form an integrated overall concept that connects innovation with strategic business objectives. Syntegon supports food manufacturers in integrating various automation concepts into their specific production environments.
The Changing World of Work in the Factory of the Future The Factory of the Future transforms not only production processes, but also the working world. Job
roles and tasks
in production will change fundamentally – employees will evolve from machine operators to decision-makers. Physically demanding, repetitive tasks will increasingly be taken over by machines, while responsibilities such as process analysis, quality management and cross-system optimization will come to the force. This shift is creating more attractive job profiles, as complex technologies are becoming easily accessible thanks to new intuitive assistance systems. At the same time, new skillsets are required: the ability to interpret data is becoming increasingly important. The aim is to empower employees to fully realize the potential of the Factory of the Future. This new world of work combines
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the best of both worlds – the precision and efficiency of automated systems with human decision-making power. This synergy is key to sustainable competitiveness.
The Road to the Factory of the Future The transformation toward the Factory of the Future doesn’t happen overnight. Instead, it is worth taking a pragmatic approach that builds on existing strengths while gradually integrating new technologies. The first step is to assess the current situation and analyze the potential by recording systems and processes. Prioritizing measures based on effort, benefit and strategic relevance is critical. This analysis forms the basis for investment decisions. From there, companies can implement new technologies step by step. Smart retrofitting of existing equipment is an ideal starting point: even older machines can be integrated into the connected production environment without major new investments. Another key success factor: involving
employees - right from the beginning. Participating in the design of new workflows fosters acceptance and leverages the experience of the workforce. The Factory of the Future doesn’t happen overnight. Strategic development and continuous improvement are the path that every company must take. Syntegon accompanies customers on this journey as a partner – with
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