Manufacturing Magazine March 2025 | Page 100

LEAN MANUFACTURING
Over the past decade , however , it has evolved into a global buzzword , encompassing the sweeping transformations reshaping manufacturing and the broader industrial landscape .
At its core , Industry 4.0 is about creating smarter , more interconnected systems that blend the physical and digital worlds .
Industry 4.0 doesn ’ t just describe technology upgrades – it encapsulates the transformation of manufacturing into a faster , more adaptive , and customer-centric process , reshaping industries at every level .
Lean Meets Industry 4.0 : The Emergence of “ Lean 4.0 ” So , where does Lean fit into all this ? Enter Lean 4.0 , a reimagining of Lean principles through the lens of digital transformation .
This integration leverages Industry 4.0 technologies to address challenges traditional Lean couldn ’ t , like low-volume , high-mix production or the demand for real-time responsiveness . WATCH NOW
Jeff Winter , Keynote : Transforming Manufacturing with Industry 4.0 – MESI Summit , Portugal 2023
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