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title: "Industry 4.0: The History & Language of Industry 4.0"
description: Industry 4.0 is the latest buzzword in manufacturing. Download this guide and get an overview of Industry 4.0, the history and language of Industry 4.0.
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# **THE HISTORY & LANGUAGE OF INDUSTRY 4.0**

Get an overview of what Industry 4.0 is, how it fits into lean, how it’s changing manufacturing, what’s the main applications and some emerging industry 4.0 technologies.

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## INDUSTRY 4.0 IS DISRUPTING ALMOST EVERY INDUSTRY WORLDWIDE 

If you are Business Owner, Operations Manager, or Supply Chain Manager you are probably looking for ways to drive growth, manage that growth and identify roadblocks.

For manufacturers, Industry 4.0 offers the opportunity to optimise operations quickly and efficiently using machines that help connect data together in real time.

This interconnectivity can help focus attention on key issues and opportunities to create a more holistic and better connected ecosystem for businesses to focus on.

So, what is Industry 4.0 all about and what are the key terms? Download this report and get an overview of the history of Industry 4.0 and key terms. 

## KEY TERMS EXPLORED INCLUDE

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- Automation
- Artificial intelligence and machine learning
- Augmented reality 
- Design Thinking
- Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT)
- Machine Learning
- Smart factories and artificial intelligence
- Big data

## IN THIS GUIDE WE'LL EXPLORE

This guide is designed to be a quick reference guide about Industry 4.0.  It covers:

- An introduction to Industry 4.0
- The history of Industry 4.0 and how it came into being?
- Why understanding the terminology will help you benefit from the advantages of Industry 4.0
- The most used Industry 4.0 terms

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