Today, technology is such an integral part of our lives that it is hard to imagine how humanity ever went about its business without it. This reliance on technology is not limited to just an industry or two; no, sir — in the modern world, every single industry across the globe is becoming increasingly reliant on technology for its day to day operations and everything else. In fact, it has also made its way into sectors that one wouldn’t generally associate with advanced, cutting-edge technology, i.e., the manufacturing industry. It is, after all, the technology that has helped the manufacturing industry ensure not only a smooth transition into the future but be at the forefront of the revolution.


While the need for technology in the manufacturing sector had always been evident, it became ever more apparent when the pandemic struck the world. With the world rendered immobile and people forced to be confined to their homes, the industry took quite the blow. The lesson was delivered and received and when the sector went back to work, it was the technology that helped companies pick up things right where they left. It also further accelerated the adoption of automation, innovation, and the shift to Industry 4.0.

To continue being successful, no matter the circumstances, one must also keep up with the trends, such as the ones listed below.

  1. Cloud computing is now a must-have: Many companies have been on the fence about adopting cloud computing even though its benefits are abundantly clear. Well, in 2021, it won’t be a choice anymore since it stands to bring the much-needed speed, dexterity, and agility to the table. It can also empower those in charge with a 360-degree view of the factory in real-time, thus facilitating factories’ transition to ‘smart’ entities.
  2. Adoption of IIoT: With IoT proving to be such a hit in the world, it was only a matter of time that it made inroads into the manufacturing industry. And it has — in the form of IIoT, which is successfully enabling more and more manufacturers to connect, track, automate, and analyze, well, everything. As a result, manufacturers can achieve substantially better levels of growth and success in their endeavors.
  3. Increasing use of machine learning and AI: With smart factories and IIoT being rendered an integral part of the system since data sources are abundant. The best way to put it to use? Well, you need artificial intelligence and machine learning for it. The duo can analyze data on a staggering scale and use the insights thus gleaned to help manufacturers streamline operations, better deal with risks, etc. and enable predictive maintenance for assets.


Software development in manufacturing is vital — this much is abundantly clear. Then, all you need is a solid grasp of the latest technologies and trends in the market to ensure you can achieve the best possible growth for your business.