Transforming manufacturing processes is a challenging task. Pepperl+Fuchs Gruppe, leading manufacturer of industrial sensors and explosion protection technology, aimed to enhance efficiency through making faster, data-based decisions, and encouraging teamwork across different departments by achieving smart operations. To achieve these goals, Pepperl+Fuchs worked with us to create a Smart Manufacturing Roadmap. This project brought significant advantages: > 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗳𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗥𝗼𝗮𝗱𝗺𝗮𝗽: A clear and actionable roadmap was created, featuring evaluated, prioritized use cases for global implementation. > 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲-𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗳 𝗜𝗧 𝗔𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲: A robust IT architecture was defined, and relevant systems were selected to ensure a standardized and scalable implementation of applications worldwide. > 𝗖𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗵: The roadmap provided a transparent transformation path with necessary resources, roles, and responsibilities clearly outlined. The project encompassed several significant sub-projects, where each one contributed to the overall success: 1. Smart Factory Qualification Bootcamp: Established a unified understanding and vocabulary among the core team through a four-day remote management training. 2. Smart Factory Potential Analysis: Identification of 109 optimization potentials, leading to 42 actionable use cases across two representative production sites in the Czech Republic and Singapore. 3. Data Management Assessment: Evaluated current data management practices and readiness for advanced analytics, resulting in a clear vision for future data governance. 4. Connectivity and Resilience Check: Assessed IT/OT connectivity and resilience, highlighting best practices and local variations. 5. IT-System Landscape and Architecture Review: Reviewed and defined a future-proof IT architecture tailored to Pepperl+Fuchs’ future needs. 6. Ranking and ROI Calculation: Prioritized use cases based on ROI, creating a strategic implementation roadmap. 7. Smart Factory Tour: Provided hands-on inspiration through visits to industry leaders Bosch and DMG MORI, showcasing advanced use cases and IT architectures. 8. Roadmapping and Program Setup: Developed a detailed implementation roadmap, including system choices and sequencing of use cases. 9. MES Selection Process: Efficiently selected a modular MES system through a structured assessment, ensuring it fulfilled all functional and non-functional requirements. This structured approach and expertise enabled Pepperl+Fuchs to start their digital transformation journey confidently, leading to enhanced efficiency, better decision-making, and a future-ready organization. #NEONEX #SmartManufacturing #DigitalTransformation
Tobias Bloecher
1mo
Great booster for our transformation journey of Global Operations at Pepperl+Fuchs Group #OPS28 🚀🚀
Jochen Leppert
1mo
Another great digital transformation we were happy to support
Surekha I
1mo
Nice work on the Smart Manufacturing Roadmap, It's good to see companies teaming up for efficient operations...
Simon Klink
1mo
This brings back very good memories and shared moments with an excellent project team!
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