Successful IIoT PoC in manufacturing
Smart Manufacturing PoC: How to successfully build a “sustainable” industrial IoT proof of concept for your company
A proof of concept (PoC) for an IIoT (Industrial Internet of Things) solution in Smart Manufacturing can be of great benefit to a manufacturing company. Such a solution makes it possible to collect and analyze data from production machines and processes in real time in order to improve production efficiency and quality.
But what questions should you ask yourself in advance & which factors should you consider when you want to build a “sustainable” PoC that you can scale as you like after your PoC phase?
Define clear & measurable goals
Before you start the PoC, you should be clear about what goal you want to achieve. Do you want to test the technical feasibility of the IIoT solution or investigate the effects on production processes? This will influence the way the PoC is set up and carried out.
Provide the necessary resources
A PoC for an IIoT solution requires time, money, and manpower. To be successful, the company should provide the necessary resources to successfully complete the project.
Set up the right team
A successful PoC requires the collaboration of experts from various fields. The company should assemble a team of engineers, product managers, and IT specialists to ensure that all aspects of the project are addressed.
Continuous feedback
During the PoC, the company should regularly seek feedback from employees working with the IIoT solution to ensure that it is intuitive, easy to use and delivers the expected results.
Scalability
A PoC should always be developed with scalability in mind. The company should ensure that the technology and processes used in the PoC can be scaled in production to optimize production processes across the factory.
Outcome
A successful PoC for an IIoT solution can help increase production efficiency and improve product quality. It can also help to reduce costs, for example by reducing machine downtime. A PoC can also help to support decision-making when implementing new technologies and processes by providing clear insight into the potential impact on business processes and production.
Structures
To carry out a successful PoC, the company should follow a clear method and structure. This can include setting up a project plan, tracking progress, and making sure everyone involved is up to date. It is also important to ensure that data security and integrity are ensured, and that the data that is collected can be processed and analyzed correctly.
After the PoC phase
Once the PoC is completed, the company should closely analyze and evaluate the results. If the results are positive and the goal of the PoC has been achieved, the company may consider implementing the IIoT solution in production. However, if the results don't meet expectations, the company may consider further improving the solution or looking for another solution.
Overall, a PoC can be a valuable tool for studying the impact of IIoT solutions on digital manufacturing. By defining clear goals, providing the necessary resources, assembling the right team, getting feedback, and considering scalability, a company can ensure that the PoC is successful and helps optimize production processes.
