Unlocking new possibilities in manufacturing with Private Networking
Manufacturing is experiencing a transformative shift towards greater automation, enhanced efficiency, and superior connectivity. With the general economic conditions squeezing operating margins, manufacturers must find ways to drive productivity and efficiency to stay competitive.
Today we stand in the middle of an industrial revolution—with all the attention on new technologies, such as industrial IOT (IIoT), artificial intelligence (AI), Industrial Cyber Security (ICS), and digital twins.
However, the successful deployment of these technologies depends on robust, reliable, and secure connectivity—with private networks as a key driver. (Note: that private networks includes: LTE (4G) and new generation 5G).
Private Networks: Meeting the need for reliable and secure connectivity
As enterprises become increasingly digitized, manufacturers will need to complement existing connectivity solutions, such as Wi-Fi with other flexible types of connectivity. Wi-Fi historically suffers from interference in environments that are dense in metal and obstacles and may require additional access points to cover wide areas, which might hinder the integration between the shop floor and operations for manufacturing processes.
One way to address this is by augmenting Wi-Fi and its latest standard Wi-Fi 7 with private networks. Private networks offer dedicated, high-performance connectivity that can enhance the reliability, coverage, and security required to support the next generation of manufacturing technologies.
Boosting manufacturer’s financials with Private Networks
In today’s competitive manufacturing landscape, every investment must deliver measurable returns. Private networks are emerging not just as a technological upgrade but as a strategic business enabler that accelerates efficiency, reduces risk, and supports sustainable growth in the following ways:
Automation: Private Networks support increased automation that results in fewer workers on the floor, which reduces labor costs, speeds up processes, and boosts product yield, all while lowering the risk of costly workplace injuries.
Productivity gains: Private Networks enhances efficiency by supporting an increasing number of sensors and AI tools, leading to improved quality, reduced changeover times, and higher margins.
Energy efficiency: Private Networks can help optimize lighting, HVAC, and water management, resulting in lower utility expenses and operational costs.
IT efficiency: Private Networks are evolving towards more streamlined IT and network operations by integrating all the components of a private network to drive greater simplicity, lower IT overhead, and improve efficiency.
Reach out to Andy Richardson @ Broadnet for more details arichardson@broadnet-telecom.ca
