The year 2023 saw significant developments in technology and sustainability in the manufacturing industry. Manufacturing Digital magazine highlighted these trends and innovations through interviews with industry leaders. Some key points discussed in the articles include:
- In February 2023, topics such as the threats of outdated technology in manufacturing and the rise of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles were covered. Executives from companies like AspenTech, Sophos, iBASE-t EMEA, and EMEA Intelex Technologies shared insights.
- April 2023 focused on smart technology and digital twins in manufacturing. Interviews with experts from Element Six, Augury, and Microsoft highlighted advances in AI, smart technology, and platform capabilities.
- June 2023 explored innovations in manufacturing and supply chains. Discussions with representatives from China Performance Group, Giesecke+Devrient, NatWest, and QAD Redzone shed light on topics like digital twins, successful supply chains, and sustainability.
- August 2023 delved into DFx trends, digital twins, and cybersecurity. Infosys, TT Electronics, Resilinc, Seclore, and other experts discussed the role of digital twins, strategies for DFx trends, the impact of COVID-19 on supply chains, and cybersecurity tools.
- In October 2023, the magazine covered the metaverse in manufacturing, the 3D internet revolution, and the impact of IoT devices on sustainability. Dexory, NVIDIA, EOS, and Schneider Electric shared insights on these topics.
The December 2023 issue focused on the growing commitment to ESG and innovation in sustainable manufacturing. Interviews with representatives from PPG, ABB India, Stratasys, AVEVA, and NTT highlighted developments in tyre manufacturing, energy efficiency, waste reduction, 3D printing, and private 5G.
Overall, the year 2023 saw a convergence of technology and sustainability in the manufacturing industry. Companies and industry leaders demonstrated a growing commitment to ESG principles, explored the potential of digital twins and AI, and adopted innovative solutions to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and promote sustainability.