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SUPPLY CHAIN TECHNOLOGY
new paradigm known as Industry 4.0 is reshaping how products are designed, produced and delivered. This fourth industrial revolution, characterised by the integration of digital technologies, artificial intelligence and advanced robotics into manufacturing processes, promises to create smarter, more efficient and more responsive production systems.
At the heart of Industry 4.0 are technologies such as the Internet of Things( IoT), AI, cloud computing and advanced robotics. These technologies work in concert to create“ smart factories” where machines, systems, and humans communicate and collaborate in real-time, optimising production processes and driving unprecedented levels of efficiency.
Embracing cutting-edge Industry 4.0 technologies to revolutionise its manufacturing processes. BMW is showcasing how the automotive industry can leverage advanced technologies from virtual reality simulations to trials with humanoid robots to enhance efficiency, improve worker safety and prepare for the future of manufacturing.
Virtual Reality: Stepping into the future factory At BMW Group Plant Regensburg, this future is already here – at least in virtual form. As the plant prepares for the production of the NEUE KLASSE, BMW’ s next model generation set to launch in
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