47 consistent networking , data analysis , robotics and 3D printing are some of the new trends that are redefining the manufacturing space ,” he says . “ These technology trends are already paving the way for Supply Chain 4.0 and transforming manufacturing facilities into agile and intelligent manufacturing services that are fully automated , environmentally friendly , self-learning and able to flexibly identify and avoid delivery problems in advance . In addition , the concept is to function globally , sustainably , and cost-optimised to be wirelessly integrated with the supply chain network via powerful communication technology such as 5G .” supplychaindigital . com