Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing)

This involves making three-dimensional solid objects from a digital file. It enables the creation of physical objects from a digital design, allowing for complex shapes and structures that traditional manufacturing methods cannot achieve. See also: 3D printing and Industry 4.0: what’s the state of play?

The analysis of data using sophisticated techniques to predict future outcomes, discover patterns, and provide actionable insights. In manufacturing, it can be used to optimise production processes, improve supply chain efficiency, and enhance product quality.

Advanced Manufacturing Technology Adoption

The process of integrating new, innovative technologies into the manufacturing process. This can include the use of robotics, AI, 3D printing, and other technologies to enhance efficiency, quality, and customisation.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Manufacturing

In manufacturing, AI encompasses a wide range of technologies and methods, including robotics, machine learning algorithms, predictive analytics, and intelligent automation. These tools work together to enhance various aspects of the manufacturing process. AI is set to revolutionise manufacturing by offering predictive maintenance, real-time defect detection, process optimisation, and supply chain visibility. It also enables mass customisation, enhances workplace safety, and aligns manufacturing with sustainability goals.

Augmented Reality (AR) in Manufacturing

The integration of digital information with the user’s environment in real time. Unlike VR, which creates a totally artificial environment, AR uses the existing environment and overlays new information on top of it.

Behavioural and Operational Changes

Changes in behaviour and operational practices to optimise energy use.

The process of collecting, organising, and analysing large sets of data (big data) to discover patterns and other useful information. In manufacturing, it can be used to optimise production, predict maintenance needs, enhance supply chain efficiency, and more.

Blockchain in Manufacturing

Blockchain offers transparency, traceability, and security in manufacturing. It can automate processes through smart contracts, streamline inventory management, simplify compliance, and even optimise energy usage.

Emissions from employee travel for business purposes, including flights, train journeys, and other travel.

Emissions related to the acquisition and production of capital goods like machinery and infrastructure.

Measures like reforestation and carbon capture to offset emissions when complete elimination is not feasible.

Carbon-neutral Manufacturing

The process of producing goods with no net carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, involving reduction and offsetting.

Certifications and Standards

Certifications and standards for carbon-neutral manufacturing to demonstrate commitment to sustainability.

Certified COSIRI Assessor (CCA)

A training and certification programme provided by INCIT for individuals who assess sustainability maturity. The training provides the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively evaluate and play a part in driving green initiatives and sustainable transformation within organisations and manufacturers. See also: Consumer Sustainability Industry Readiness Index (COSIRI).

Circular Economy in Manufacturing

An alternative to a traditional linear economy (make, use, dispose). A circular economy is one where resources are used for as long as possible, thus extracting the maximum value from them while in use. Such resources are then recovered and regenerated into new products or raw materials at the end of their service life.

Clean tech is not just about alternative energy; it encompasses a range of solutions aimed at environmental sustainability. This includes Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS), agriculture sustainability, waste management, and water purification.

Cloud Computing in Manufacturing

The delivery of various services over the internet, including data storage, servers, databases, networking, and software. In manufacturing, it allows for greater accessibility, scalability, and flexibility in operations.

CO2 Tax and Policy Gaps

CO2 Tax and Policy Gaps refer to the absence or inadequacy of regulations that account for the conversion of energy consumption (KWh) and water usage (qm) into equivalent CO2 emissions (kg CO2). These gaps can lead to incomplete environmental accounting and hinder sustainability efforts.

Collaborative Robots (Cobots)

Robots designed to work collaboratively with humans in a shared workspace. Unlike traditional robots, cobots are created with the intention of interacting with humans in a shared space or to work safely in close proximity.

Combustion of Fossil Fuels

This includes emissions from the combustion of fossil fuels on-site, such as natural gas for heating, diesel for backup generators, or gasoline for company vehicles.

Competitive Advantage

Companies that successfully implement IT/OT convergence can gain a competitive edge by being more agile, innovative, and responsive to market demands.

Competitive Landscape

Understanding competitive landscapes in different regions and choosing manufacturing locations strategically.

Complex Shapes and Patterns in Additive Manufacturing

The ability to create intricate designs through 3D printing that traditional methods cannot achieve. This allows for greater design freedom, customisation, and the ability to produce parts that were previously impossible or too costly to make.

Compliance and Reporting

It simplifies compliance and reporting by automating data collection and making it easier to generate reports required by regulatory authorities.

Compressed Manufacturing Cycles

The reduction in time from product conception to market, often driven by digital transformation. It allows for faster response to market demands, increased innovation, and improved efficiency.

Consumer and Industry Adoption

Widespread adoption of energy efficiency innovations by consumers and industries.

Continuous Monitoring and Improvement

Continuously monitor your progress and make necessary adjustments as you go along. The SIRI Assessment should be a part of an ongoing process of improvement and adaptation to the evolving digital landscape. See also: Smart Industry Readiness Index (SIRI).

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)

Pursuing carbon neutrality as part of corporate social responsibility initiatives for reputation and compliance.

COSIRI Sustainability Prioritisation Index

The COSIRI Index is a comprehensive framework for assessing a company’s sustainability performance. It offers a standardised measurement system that covers a broad spectrum of sustainability dimensions. The index helps companies focus on impactful aspects of sustainability, enables benchmarking, and encourages stakeholder engagement. See also: Consumer Sustainability Industry Readiness Index (COSIRI).

Energy efficiency innovations often lead to cost savings for organisations .

Cross-Sector Applications

Applicability of energy efficiency innovations across various sectors.

Cyber-physical Systems (CPS)

CPS integrate digital and physical components, playing a vital role in automation and optimisation in manufacturing. Challenges include cybersecurity risks, data management, real-time communication, and workforce training.

Cybersecurity in Manufacturing

The practice of protecting systems, networks, and data in manufacturing environments. It’s essential for safeguarding intellectual property, personal data, and proprietary business information.

Dark Factories are highly automated manufacturing facilities that operate with minimal or no human intervention. These factories are often capable of running continuously and are driven by technologies like robotics, AI, and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT).

Using data-driven approaches and advanced monitoring systems for energy consumption control.

Data-driven Decision Making

The process of making informed choices based on the combined data from IT and OT systems.

Develop an Action Plan

A strategy based on assessment results to address identified weaknesses and opportunities, including setting specific goals, timelines, and resource allocation.

Digital Assurance and Quality Management

While both are essential in digital manufacturing, they serve different purposes. Quality management ensures the physical products meet standards, whereas digital assurance focuses on the digital components like software and data analytics tools.

Digital Manufacturing Architecture (DMA)

DMA is an integrated approach to designing efficient factory layouts. It leverages digital twins for simulation and focuses on resource allocation, waste reduction, and worker safety.

Digital Transformation

The process of integrating digital technologies into all areas of a business, fundamentally changing how the organisation operates and delivers value to its customers. In manufacturing, it often involves the use of technologies like IoT, AI, and analytics to transform operations.

Digital Twin technology extends beyond production simulation to include design phase prototyping, real-time data monitoring, quality control, maintenance prediction, supply chain optimisation, and even training.

An alternative to traditional cloud computing, edge computing processes data closer to its source, potentially reducing CO2 emissions. However, its environmental impact depends on various factors like energy efficiency and scale of deployment.

Emissions related to the electricity purchased or consumed by the organisation.

Emissions from employees commuting to and from work.

End-of-life Treatment of Sold Products

Emissions linked to the disposal and recycling of products after use.

Energy Efficiency in Manufacturing

The practice of using less energy to manufacture products, thereby reducing costs and environmental impact. It includes optimising energy use in production processes, improving energy management, and using energy-efficient technologies.

Energy Efficiency Innovations

Technologies, practices, or strategies to reduce energy consumption while maintaining or enhancing performance.

Enhanced Asset Management

IT/OT convergence enables better asset management and predictive maintenance. By analysing data from sensors and machinery, organisations can schedule maintenance proactively, reducing downtime and extending the life of equipment.

Environmental Benefits

Reducing greenhouse gas emissions and environmental impact through energy efficiency innovations.

Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG)

A set of standards that socially conscious investors use to screen potential investments. In manufacturing, it refers to how a company performs as a steward of the natural environment, how it manages relationships with employees, suppliers, customers, and communities, and how it governs itself.

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