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Welcome to our latest issue of Cisco Connected Manufacturing. In this edition, our articles focus
on incorporating the Internet of Things (IoT) in your existing operations framework. We've also
included articles that feature automation insights, supply chain security, and how Cisco®
Connected Factory can benefit all areas of your industrial landscape.
In early June, we're gearing up for the Manufacturing Leadership Summit in Palm Beach, Florida.
This top industry event draws executives from around the world to explore new technological
innovations that are transforming our industry and the way we design, engineer and build. Click
the link at left to learn more and register. Representatives from our team will be onsite. We hope
to see you there!
- Dan Kern
Americas Manufacturing & Energy Sector Marketing Lead
Manufacturing Tomorrow's Possibilities with IoE
Video
The Internet of Everything has arrived, delivering intelligent connections
that are transforming every step in the value chain.
Watch the video
Building Smarter Manufacturing with the Internet
of Things
The manufacturing industry has already begun to see the benefits of the
IoT. Whether it’s moving your manufacturing operations from proprietary
protocols to IP standards-based systems to better integrating your
operations with the business side of your enterprise, you may already be
taking steps to network your plant environment. Take a look at this white
paper from Lopez Research to learn about more use cases and specific
areas where an IoT approach can help.
Download the white paper
Read more about how to make smart manufacturing a reality
Learn more about the IoT here
Business Scenarios for a Connected Factory
It’s easier than ever to deploy a completely connected factory network.
Read more on how to increase flexibility and uptime and how the road to a
Connected Factory got easier. Recently, Cisco developed
demonstrations for specific use cases where a Cisco Connected Factory
can enable improved visibility and uptime whether it is using a remote
expert or incorporating video of the physical environment into factory control
applications. These are just a few of the industrial scenarios and use cases
where a truly connected and networked production environment can drive
improved operational efficiency, better visibility, and faster issue
resolution. For additional resources and information including an
architectural poster, visit cisco.com/go/industrial.

2. Supply Chain Security
New technologies are empowering supply chains as never before, but they
are also exposing them to new risks. This article in Manufacturing
Leadership, by Edna Conway and Robert Dean, explains how
manufacturers are taking a comprehensive approach to supply chain
security.
Read the article
Manufacturing in America — Turning the Corner
We’re on the verge of turning a big corner in America’s manufacturing
industry. Much of today’s workforce is unaware of the amount of technology
involved in manufacturing today, when in fact, technology is the key to
attracting a younger generation. Previously perceived as a dirt and grime
industry lacking appeal, the Internet of Things (IoT) is shifting
Manufacturing perceptions to those of empowerment, job creation, and
teamwork. Read the blog to understand how with the right workers,
Manufacturing can be the key to a better future and making dreams come
true.
Read the full article
Automate, Integrate, Optimize, and Protect
This article by Mark Houska of Control Engineering is very informative –
describing why automation needs to be interconnected, optimized, and
protected.
Read more
IP Networks Rule the Plant
This article with Maintenance Technology, written by Gary Mintchell,
explains why Ethernet has won the networking war and why it makes sense
to take care of your network.
Read more
The Automotive Industry: Challenges and
Technology Imperatives
With all the challenges that automotive companies and their suppliers face,
an intelligent, converged network approach to their processes allow
automotive manufacturers to dramatically improve the performance and
flexibility of their operations. They can speed decisions, boost agility, and
mitigate risk. Manufacturers can achieve a dramatic return on investment
and unlock real business benefits, including real –time performance
visibility, tighter scheduling cycles and inventory visibility throughout the
value chain.
View the overview video
Visit the Automotive Solutions Page
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