DIGITAL FACTORY
Google Cloud and its Role in the Manufacturing Industry
By embracing digital factory practices , the average manufacturer can benefit from :
• 5 to 10 % improvement in production volume / direct production
• 20 to 30 % savings in logistics-related costs
• 10 to 20 % savings in energy costs
• 10 to 30 % reduction in support function costs Impacting everyone within a manufacturing organisation , capturing the full potential value in the digitalisation of manufacturing “ is largely dependent on utilising advances in technology to enable new ways of working . Roles and responsibilities for all employees , from the C-suite to machine operators and quality technicians , will shift in the digital manufacturing journey ,” explains SAP and Google Cloud .
At Google Cloud , we are focused on industry solutions that help our customers improve efficiency , reduce cost , and capture new market opportunities . Manufacturing is one of Google Cloud ’ s priority industries , and we have invested heavily to create dedicated solutions that accelerate digital transformation , digitalise the customer journey , and also optimise operations and product development .
As part of their digital transformation initiatives , manufacturers have begun making significant investments in cloud and AI technology . At Google Cloud , our portfolio of products and solutions — along with our ecosystem of partners — is helping manufacturers drive innovation and operational excellence across the value chain . Many manufacturing companies , including Siemens , Kaeser Kompressoren , Ingersoll Rand , and others , use Google Cloud to analyse vast quantities of operational data , reduce infrastructure costs , and reduce timeto-market for their new products . Dominik Wee , Managing Director Global Automotive , Manufacturing and Energy at Google Cloud manufacturingglobal . com 51