Smart Manufacturing: Outside-in Innovation
Manufacturers must reorient their operational processes, procurement models and distribution systems to address the dynamics of e-Business.
In an article published at IndustryWeek, our expert discusses shifts in the manufacturing ecosystem –
- Digital technologies: Virtual operations improve customer service and enable prompt response to emerging business opportunities
- Business Intelligence (BI): Self-service BI and web-enabled business analytics facilitate production-related decisions on-the-go
- Near field communication: Sensor systems and mobile technologies enhance plant safety and improve predictability in operations
- Social media: Real-time feedback and collaboration in product design enable open innovation
- Global supply chain: Data from unstructured sources and risk prediction models avoid disruptions in supply
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Arindam Banerji, Head of Technology Consulting, Manufacturing, Infosys
Arindam provides technology strategy and advisory services to manufacturers, including supply chain and engineering collaboration solutions. He can be reached at
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