Current State of Manufacturing Automation and Connectivity


This PPT slide, part of the 81-slide Digital Transformation: Integrated Business Ecosystems PowerPoint presentation, presents an analysis of the current state of automation and connectivity within manufacturing operations, based on a 2018 PwC study. It categorizes companies into four distinct groups: Digital Beginners, Digital Followers, Digital Innovators, and Digital Leaders. The data indicates that a mere 5% of companies are fully embracing the Digital Factory concept, characterized by comprehensive automation and seamless connectivity across various operational facets.

The majority of companies fall into the Digital Beginner category, with 42% being only selectively automated and connected. This suggests a significant gap in the adoption of advanced technologies. The Digital Follower segment, comprising 25%, indicates that some organizations have made strides, but remain limited to single plant operations. Only 19% of companies are classified as Digital Innovators, demonstrating a more integrated approach across multiple plants and functions beyond manufacturing.

The slide highlights a critical insight: even among the most advanced group, the Digital Leaders, only 33% have reached the highest maturity level in manufacturing processes. This statistic underscores a pervasive challenge within the industry, where many organizations struggle to achieve full operational integration and automation. The visual representation of the data allows for quick comprehension of the varying levels of maturity, emphasizing the need for companies to reassess their strategies and investment in digital transformation.

Overall, this slide serves as a wake-up call for executives considering the future of their operations. It illustrates the urgency for companies to advance their automation and connectivity efforts to remain competitive in an increasingly digital landscape.



This slide is part of the Digital Transformation: Integrated Business Ecosystems PowerPoint presentation.

This presentation is created by former McKinsey, BCG, Deloitte, EY, and Capgemini consultants. It breaks down 4 critical business ecosystems foundational to a successful Digital Transformation Program.

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