A digital factory that is connected, networked, and fully integrated creates opportunities to minimize costs of downtime and underperformance in production and to enable the best output from factory assets and employees. What is an advantage that companies see by using digital manufacturing?
A) Connecting equipment and asset sensors to the cloud to improve equipment reliability and reduce unplanned outages.
B) A digital factory requires securing every network, cloud platform, operating system, and application across its supply chain and production network.
C) Employees might be resistant to change if they fear losing their jobs.
D) Leadership support plays an essential role in the success of an initiative.

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Connecting equipment and asset sensors to the cloud improves equipment reliability and reduces unplanned outages, which is a direct advantage of using digital manufacturing. This approach enables predictive maintenance, leading to fewer unexpected breakdowns and optimized production processes.

A Digital Factory That Is Connected, Networked, and Fully Integrated