Industry 4.0 Explained

Industry 4.0 refers to the digital transformation that has been occurring across manufacturing industries. It represents an intersection of machine automation, processes driven by real-time data, and technology-enabled workforces—brought together with enterprise-wide connectivity.

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Harvard Business Review articles on Smart, Connected Products and Industry 4.0

Acatech Report: Industry 4.0 Maturity Index

What is your readiness level? Where do you fall within the spectrum of maturity? Download this comprehensive report from Acatech to identify the six stages of maturity, minimize risk, and maximize the benefits of smart manufacturing and a connected enterprise.

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Getting Started: Taking a Pragmatic Approach to Smart Manufacturing

Manufacturing leaders require a practical, solutions-first approach to any new technology. We're offering these complementary resources to help in understanding the business considerations that should shape your investment.

Quantifying the Value of Industry 4.0 Transformation

Quantifying the Value of Industry 4.0 Transformation

Manufacturing experts at PTC break down how to measure—and maximize—your technology investment.
Webinar: Driving Innovation across the Factory

Driving Innovation Across the Factory

Finnish telecom giant, Elisa, has successfully made the move to Industry 4.0. Watch this replay to learn their insights.
Automation Alley Report: Technology in Industry

In-Depth Report: Technology in Industry

Leading academics and industry leaders provide a comprehensive look at Industry 4.0 manufacturing and technology sectors, recommending action plans designed to maximize success.

Analyst-Ranked Industry 4.0 Platforms

Our extensive history in driving industrial innovation has positioned PTC as a leader in Industry 4.0 manufacturing solutions. From digital design and PLM, to the industrial IoT and augmented reality—PTC has the breadth of vision and proven technologies to support your smart manufacturing strategies. Recognized by industry analysts, these technologies are prized for their easy implementation, scope of features, and capacity to scale.

ABI: Platform Rankings Report

PTC's Digital Manufacturing Solutions for Industry 4.0

PTC's Digital Manufacturing Solution Suite brings together out-of-the-box solutions powered by leading industrial IOT and AR technology platforms—designed to make a successful move to smart manufacturing. Discover how the following solutions will deliver efficiency, productivity and profit across your business.

Enterprise Operational Intelligence

Reduce costs and increase flexibility and agility—while supporting enhanced worker productivity. Introduce performance consistency and gains across your entire operation.
Digital Workforce Productivity

Digital Workforce Productivity

Improve efficiency, safety, and compliance—regardless of product and operational complexity.

Intelligent Asset Optimization

Cut downtime, maximize asset utilization, and break down data silos. Improve mean time to repair and first-time fix rates.
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Scalable Production Management

Equip the right mix of technology to ensure uptime and throughput. Drive OEE and product quality improvements.

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