Industry 4.0 in Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs): Opportunities, Challenges, and Solutions

This book focuses on the broader areas of Industry 4.0 and presents opportunities, challenges, and solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). It discusses predictive maintenance, digital factory, digital twin, additive manufacturing, and machining for sustainable development. It also highlights the challenges of adopting Industry 4.0 and provides implementation recommendations through case studies and research studies.

Format: Hardback
Length: 202 pages
Publication date: 28 March 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Industry 4.0, a transformative force in the manufacturing sector, holds immense potential for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). This comprehensive book delves into the broader aspects of Industry 4.0 and its application to SMEs, facilitating a seamless adoption of techniques and technologies. It presents cutting-edge advancements, challenges, and opportunities for implementation, while also enhancing the role of academia in training new engineers on Industry 4.0 and digital transformation.

Industry 4.0 in Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs): Opportunities, Challenges, and Solutions explores a range of concepts essential for sustainable development. These include predictive maintenance, digital factory, digital twin, additive manufacturing, and machining. The book addresses the challenges faced by SMEs in embracing Industry 4.0, including the implementation of new security and privacy measures in the context of smart manufacturing. It also sheds light on the impact of Industry 4.0 on Lean production systems, highlighting the potential for efficiency and productivity gains.

To support the implementation of Industry 4.0, the book offers practical recommendations in the form of case studies, research studies, and the role academia can play. Practitioners, research scholars, academics, and individuals interested in or working within the Industry 4.0 sector will find this book invaluable.

By embracing Industry 4.0, SMEs can tap into the latest technologies, improve their competitiveness, and adapt to the changing industrial landscape. This book serves as a valuable guide for those seeking to leverage the benefits of this transformative era and drive sustainable growth in their businesses.

Weight: 464g
Dimension: 163 x 241 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032061313