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What Technologies Make up a Smart Factory?
There's no question that smart factories are at the heart of the future of manufacturing. But what exactly is a smart factory, what technologies make it tick, and what makes it ‘smart’?In a nutshell, smart factories are manufacturing facilities that rely heavily on...
The Intersection of Industry 4.0 and R&D Tax Credits
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What Technologies Make up a Smart Factory?
Smart factories are manufacturing facilities that rely heavily on digital technologies to improve efficiency and productivity. What exactly are the technologies driving this transformation? The Manufacturer breaks down what makes these factories tick.
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