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Montag 31 März 2025 4 | Messe aktuell HANNOVER MESSE DAILY 2025 detection network segmentation and OTspecific firewalls Enhancing realtime monitoring capabilities and regulatory compliance will be a major focus for the industry moving forward 5 Sustainability is a key focus Environmental Social and Governance ESG factors are becoming increasingly influential in manufacturers’ decisionmaking Companies are integrating AIpowered analytics to monitor carbon footprints optimize energy consumption and streamline compliance reporting Leaders in the sector are leveraging digital solutions to assess supply chain emissions and make datadriven adjustments As demonstrated through Microsoft’s partnership with Makersite AI tools can be used to perform Life Cycle Assessment LCA by tracking Bill of Materials BOM and other logistical data As digital transformation accelerates manufacturers must verify that technological advancements support longterm efficiency and industry needs Innovation is always a welcomed addition but it must be adopted with a pragmatic mind It’s vital that manufacturers set realistic expectations and identify areas that generate quick gains Michael Larner Distinguished Analyst ABI Research am ABI Research www abiresearch com The manufacturing sector continues to become more digitally driven with emerging solutions such as Artificial Intelligence AI and 5G giving technology a more prominent role across the industry At the same time businesses must navigate workforce shortages technology skills gaps cyber risks and evolving sustainability requirements ABI Research recently surveyed 461 manufacturers across the United States Germany and Singapore to examine how digital technologies can improve their operations and cope with the external and operational challenges they face Here are five key trends to watch in 2025 1 Addressing challenges in digital transformation Despite its potential digital transformation is often slowed by workforcerelated hurdles Our survey results show that 5 out of the top 10 challenges facing manufacturers are peoplerelated Many employees lack the technical expertise required to leverage cuttingedge solutions like Artificial Intelligence AI Extended Reality XR and digital twins Additionally resistance to change remains a key barrier To successfully implement these advancements manufacturers must invest in robust training programs support systems and alignment between technological upgrades and business goals 2 Generative AI strengthens workforce capabilities Generative Artificial Intelligence Gen AI is becoming an essential tool for workforce development Manufacturers are deploying AIdriven learning platforms to accelerate onboarding customize training and improve knowledge retention AI’s ability to swiftly process large volumes of data is also enhancing troubleshooting efforts allowing businesses to identify inefficiencies and refine operations with greater precision As Gen AI continues to evolve manufacturers will find even more ways to enhance productivity and streamline decisionmaking For example Agentic AI is an emerging technology that can automate tasks such as predictive maintenance and quality control although it won’t see widespread adoption in 2025 3 Private 5G expands but industrial Wi-Fi remains dominant Private 4G and 5G networks are emerging as critical infrastructure for automation robotics and realtime data exchange While larger enterprises are moving toward fullscale deployments midsized firms are gradually transitioning beyond pilot programs However industrial Wi-Fi continues to be the preferred choice due to its accessibility and ongoing advancements including Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 7 The rise of Networkasa-Service NaaS is also making Wi-Fi adoption more financially viable for smaller manufacturers by shifting upfront costs into predictable operating expenses 4 Strengthening cybersecurity in manufacturing Greater connectivity brings increased exposure to cyber threats ABI Research and Palo Alto Networks recently found that 76 % of industrial firms have encountered security breaches within their Operational Technology OT environments Some of the top worries include data loss staff safety regulatory fines and Intellectual Property IP theft To mitigate these risks manufacturers are ramping up investments in threat Five manufacturing trends to watch in 2025 Image Shutterstock