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The digital factory isn\u2019t just a buzzword anymore. Digital transformation is on the rise across the entire manufacturing spectrum. But are you still wondering what the big deal is? How can a digital factory really make a difference? Here are four ways the digital factory is changing manufacturing forever.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. Going mobile on the shop floor <\/h2>\n\n\n

Mobile devices are a ubiquitous part of our lives. But that is surprisingly not true on the shop floor. The digital factory is changing that, though<\/a>. Now, it\u2019s common to see operators and managers alike on smart devices. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Considering the amount of communication and information that flows through a manufacturing company every day, smart devices can make a dramatic difference. Perhaps it\u2019s to identify bottlenecks in the production processes, analyze an entire production workflow, or track shipping. Any team member on the shop floor can access everything from the cloud on any mobile device, whether it\u2019s an iPhone, iPad, laptop, and more. <\/p>\n\n\n

2. New level of agility <\/h2>\n\n\n

The manufacturing process has never been known for its agility. It\u2019s rooted in stationary, heavy operational facilities \u2014 and also at the mercy of market changes, fickle consumers, supply chain disruptions, and more.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With data access from design to production, the manufacturing world can become more agile and adaptable. More data means more opportunities to make strategic decisions or predictions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

One key example of a new level of agility is working from a single platform on the cloud, such as Autodesk Fusion 360<\/a>. CAD and CAM technology give manufacturers and designers the tools to design better prototypes, improve production efficiency, enforce compliance, and enhance oversight. <\/p>\n\n\n

3. Collaboration and democratization of data \u2014 from the top floor to the shop floor <\/h2>\n\n\n

The days of siloed design and production data are over. Equal, open access to all data and closer collaboration deliver more efficiency and better outcomes, from design to production to shipping. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With the cloud, everyone can be on the same \u201cdigital page.\u201d Fusion 360 brings data and teams across different disciplines, industries, and regions together into one software. This removes friction points for collaboration between different personas and the value chain between designers and machinists. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Integrated CAD\/CAM<\/a> technology gives manufacturers and designers the tools to design better prototypes, improve production efficiency, enforce compliance, and enhance oversight. <\/p>\n\n\n

4. A triumvirate of machines, process, and people <\/h2>\n\n\n

The real testament of a digital factory is the connection between people, machines, and processes. Using Fusion 360 and Fusion Operations <\/a>together makes this digital transformation possible.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With data and a cloud-based platform, a whole host of opportunities are available with these new connections. Collaboration between the product development team, designers, and machinists can happen at any time in the product lifecycle \u2014 not just the \u201cuh-oh\u201d moment when a design hits the shop floor and adjustments must be made with the production.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s also improved tracking of jobs and real-time connection between operators, managers, and production planners. The shop floor can realize less machine downtime and integrated maintenance management. A digital factory opens the doors to a new way of manufacturing with machines, process, and people together and for the better. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ready to embrace the power of a digital factory? Try Fusion 360 and Fusion Operations for free today:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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