WHY OVERCOMING SILOED DATA POSES A CHALLENGE
Legacy systems and infrastructure : Manufacturing often relies on a mix of legacy and modern systems , making it challenging to integrate data across platforms that were not designed to communicate with one another
Diverse data formats : Different departments like production versus supply chain generate and use data in varying formats and structures , complicating efforts to unify and standardise
Limited interoperability : Equipment and software from multiple vendors often lack seamless compatibility , creating silos
Resistance to change : Employees accustomed to established workflows and systems may resist adopting new technologies or processes
Data ownership and privacy concerns : Departments or teams may guard their data due to concerns over ownership , security , or competitive advantage , hindering collaboration
Lack of strategic vision : Organisations without a clear , company-wide data strategy often fail to prioritise integration efforts .