Technology event in Brussels, Belgium, to inform SMEs about advanced technologies in manufacturing and logistics and to foster collaboration between technology providers and SMEs.
Target audience
European SMEs who want to learn about digitization in Industry 4.0 and apply it to their companies, as well as network with potential digital suppliers and boost their competitiveness, improve operational efficiency and contribute to a more sustainable economy adapted to their situation through digitalization.
Technology areas to be addressed
- Automation and robotics: Collaborative robots (Cobots) and automated guided vehicles (AGVs)
- Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT): Predictive maintenance, leveraging IoT data to predict equipment failures before they occur
- Enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems: Cloud-based ERP tailored to SMEs: Provides real-time visibility into production, inventory and finance. Integration with logistics management tools: Improves the tracking, forecasting and overall efficiency of the supply chain.
- Artificial intelligence and machine learning: AI-driven demand forecasting: Helps predict demand more accurately, allowing for improved production planning and inventory management. Process optimization algorithms: Use machine learning to optimize workflows and production processes.
- Digitalization of the supply chain: Blockchain for transparency: To ensure traceability in all supply chains. Digital twin technology: Create virtual replicas of physical assets to simulate and improve supply chain performance.
AGENDA
14:00 – 14:05
Welcoming remarks
Sofia Gottarelli, Events and Communications Officer, DIGITAL SME
14:05 – 14:25
Fireside chat on the digitalisation of manufacturing and logistics sectors
- Cesare Dunker, Policy Officer, DG GROW, European Commission
- Edgaras Kriukonis, Digital Innovation Expert, Sunrise Valley Science & Technology Park
14:25 – 14:55
Technology showcases by SMEs
- Ovidiu Pintea, CEO, Optima Software Srl
- Max Steinhoff, Co-founder & CEO, Stryza
- Vasilya Pulatova, Account Manager, Mangrovia Blockchain Solutions
14:55 – 15:00
Closing remarks
Sofia Gottarelli, Events and Communications Officer, DIGITAL SME
15:00 – 17:00
Matchmaking session
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