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The Adoption Of Digital Technologies In The Manufacturing World And

Dr. Aris Thorne
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the adoption of digital technologies in the manufacturing world and

Abstract This paper presents a survey analysis conducted to explore the state of digital technologies in production environments. The survey, which was carried out between January and July 2024, gathered responses from 33 technical experts, with 25 valid entries analyzed. Key findings highlight that machine data collection is the most advanced area, with 84% of respondents reporting automated digital processes. In contrast, quality, logistics, and maintenance data are still predominantly handled manually.

Data analysis practices vary, with a notable focus on descriptive analytics and emerging interest in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML). Strategic priorities reveal a strong emphasis on cybersecurity and cloud computing, while challenges include aligning new technologies with existing processes and addressing skill shortages. The findings provide insights into current digital maturity, strategic importance, and barriers faced by organizations on their digital transformation journey.

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Author information Authors and Affiliations Corresponding author Editor information Editors and Affiliations Rights and permissions Copyright information © 2025 The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG About this paper Cite this paper Preitschaft, A., Raffin, T., Baader, M., Franke, J., Kühl, A. (2025). The Impact of Digital Transformation on Smart Manufacturing: A Survey Analysis. In: Drossel, WG., Ihlenfeldt, S., Dix, M. (eds) Production at the Leading Edge of Technology. WGP 2024. Lecture Notes in Production Engineering. Springer, Cham.

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