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CLOSING KEYNOTE: IIoT as a key player in flexible manufacturing and regarding the connected worker – a case study of the Automotive Industry

IIoT plays a crucial role in enabling flexible manufacturing processes and empowering the connected worker in today’s industrial landscape. It allows greater flexibility in production processes, as machines can be reconfigured and optimized on the fly to meet changing demands. Moreover, IIoT facilitates the concept of the connected worker by providing employees with access toRead more

CASE STUDY: How Can We Turn the Hype Around AI into Measurable Successes in the Production Environment?

The excitement surrounding artificial intelligence (AI) is palpable, but how can we translate this hype into tangible, measurable successes in the production environment? This presentation will delve into the leadership and shop floor processes where AI can have the most significant impact, the AI approaches and technologies with the greatest potential for scalable success, andRead more

we.CONECT Morning Coffee Club

Start the conference day with coffee and… NETWORKING! Start the day with we.CONECT – in a small group in your exhibitor area. Make appointments with your peers and get into conversation with other participants over your first coffee.Read more

Solution Study: Track, Trace, Triumph – Mastering Supply Chain Challenges in the Digital Era – Transparency, DPP, CO² Footprint, Recall Management – all in one GO!

As global regulations tighten and consumer demand for sustainability grows, companies must adapt by implementing comprehensive Track & Trace solutions that not only ensure compliance but also drive operational efficiency and sustainability. By leveraging Track & Trace technologies, companies can collect and manage the data required for Digital Product Passports, providing end-to-end transparency. This presentationRead more

Tech Take: Developing hybrid learning spaces to create engaging, impactful educational experiences to enhance global collaboration, and drive innovation in manufacturing.

Hybrid technology is transforming the manufacturing landscape, particularly in education, training, and product showcases. In this Tech Take Volker will explore how blending digital and physical elements creates immersive learning environments and supports improved collaboration that enhances product demonstrations and drives innovation in experience centers. Discover how hybrid technology can be integrated into manufacturing organizationsRead more

4 | Icebreaker Session: How to improve predictions in manufacturing?

How to select the right data sets for more accurate forecast models?  How to continually refine the forecasting results? What is behind the forecasting?Read more

CASE STUDY: The Smart and Sustainable Factory at Bosch Rexroth

In this session Harald Lukosz introduces the path at Bosch towards the Factory of the Future at Bosch. Using two case studies, we will gain insights into the continuous collection and analysis of data across the entire production process to optimize both performance and product. As well as the use of AI in this context. IntroducingRead more

(5) World Café: Edge computing meets machine connectivity – who owns the “Industrial Edge”?

Regarding the end customer organization, who is in charge? For the definition of Industrial Edge operating concepts and processes? For the solution architecture? For vendor selection? Where do end customers turn to, who is the key vendor and supplier? PLC vendor? Machine builder? Cloud Services Provider? Systems Integrator? Someone else? In particular: What does theRead more

Panel Discussion: How can AI be effectively leveraged to drive innovation, efficiency, and sustainability in the context of IoT and smart manufacturing?

This discussion will explore the pivotal role of AI in revolutionizing manufacturing processes. Participants will delve into the challenges and opportunities associated with integrating AI into IoT systems, from data management and model training to ethical considerations and real-world applications. The discussion will also examine how AI can contribute to enhancing operational efficiency, improving product quality, and promoting sustainable manufacturingRead more

Case Study: AI Driven Decision Making from Edge to Cloud

This presentation introduces the reference architecture deployed at Siemens DI, focusing on AI model training in the cloud and decision making at the edge. The Internet of Things (IoT) holds significant business potential due to immediate process improvements and the possibility of autonomous decisions. Reference Architecture deployed at Siemens DI AI Model Training on CloudRead more