Mining Digital Magazine November 2024 | Page 112

WHAT IS IIOT ?
IoT is a key component of Industry 4.0 technologies and can help organisations improve efficiency , productivity , and safety . Some of the benefits of IIoT include :
PREDICTIVE MAINTENANCE : IIoT-enabled machines can monitor themselves and predict potential problems .
SUPPLY CHAIN OPTIMISATION : IIoT technology can order supplies before they run out .
IMPROVED WORKER SAFETY : IIoT can help reduce the number of accidents .
INCREASED PRODUCTION UPTIME : IIoT can help ensure that production lines are running smoothly .
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE : IIoT can help organisations ensure they are meeting regulatory requirements .