Planning technologies for advanced manufacturing logistics (ENG)
Following the smart industry and industry 4.0, many advanced manufacturing companies aim to have a lights-out factory that automatically controls manufacturing activities, operations, and material flow on the shop floor, with minimal human interference. The use of various types of automation equipment, e.g., CNC machines, robots, or AGVs, plays a vital role in this perspective. Simultaneously, customer demand is moving towards customized products, resulting in higher product variety in smaller quantities. Therefore, there is an increasing need for planning technologies to utilize automation equipment efficiently while keeping up with market requirements. In this workshop, we will take you through a portfolio of decision support tools that increase efficiency for a lights-out shop floor, together with their insights and benefits.