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“Leveraging IoT correctly allows organisations to develop a resilient , dynamic approach to inventory forecasting ”
DAVID BEAMONTE ARBUÉS PRODUCT MANAGER ( IOT & EMBEDDED PRODUCTS ), CANONICAL
Adding to this , David Beamonte Arbués , Product Manager ( IoT & Embedded Products ) at Canonical , notes : “ IoT is a core part of Industry 4.0 because it allows us to build digital networks of machinery , devices , and infrastructure . By using IoT , organisations can assemble smart factories and supply chain processes which continuously collect data .”
“ Businesses can then apply AI and Machine Learning ( ML ) technologies which , once synchronised , remove silos in the supply chain process and allow unprecedented
levels of transparency , automation , insight and control . Industry 4.0 focuses heavily on interconnectivity , automation , ML and realtime data . It marries physical production and operations with smart technology – none of which would be possible without IoT at its core ,” he continues .
Managing supply chain disruptions with IoT Many , if not all , industries can deeply benefit from the integration of IoT , but within the supply chain is where technologists could reap the most benefits . As IoT devices use sensors and software to measure specific elements of the supply chain – including location , temperature and movement – it can be incredibly helpful in flagging any issues before they become too significant . aimagazine . com 75