What Does Digitization Mean for the Future of Manufacturing?

Manufacturing business models, information technology and industry software may change completely.

The modern era of manufacturing has been around for about a century now and has moved through multiple phases, from basic mechanization, to electrification and into automation.

However, it’s now entering into a new era with digitization.

In the video above, we interview John Billings, VP of Siemens Automotive, Aerospace, and Turnkey Solutions US, and learn about his thoughts on the oncoming changes in manufacturing technology, which may accelerate the coming of the next industrial revolution.

Billings shares his insights into:

  • Why today’s business models must change to fit the future of manufacturing,
  • The movement of data and information in manufacturing facilities,
  • How the US can keep an edge in the global market when manufacturing solutions are becoming increasingly available globally,
  • And more.

For more information, watch the video above and visit www.siemens.com

Written by

James Anderton

Jim Anderton is the Director of Content for ENGINEERING.com. Mr. Anderton was formerly editor of Canadian Metalworking Magazine and has contributed to a wide range of print and on-line publications, including Design Engineering, Canadian Plastics, Service Station and Garage Management, Autovision, and the National Post. He also brings prior industry experience in quality and part design for a Tier One automotive supplier.