The convergence of operational technology (OT) and IT in industrial environments offers numerous tangible benefits, and when 4IR technologies are added to the mix, the sky is the limit. However this has also opened operational systems to cyberattacks previously aimed at IT.
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In business, one of the most prevalent influences of 4IR is the move from copper to cloud. Moving data from stationary devices to the cloud provides immense value as companies now gain real-time insight into their equipment.
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Schneider Electric has unveiled PowerLogic HeatTag, an innovative smart sensor for early detection of overheating of wire connections or cables, that analyses switchboard gas and particles, and provides alerts before smoke or insulator browning can occur.
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Datacentre operators and owners continue to enhance power usage effectiveness with several technologies that allow for improved efficiency.
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At the recent Africa Energy Indaba, Schneider Electric vice president, Taru Madangombe said that the deployment of microgrids across the African continent has evolved beyond its socioeconomic goals, to providing a viable answer to the energy ‘trilemma’.
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To harness the benefits of digital transformation, organisations must keep in mind that it is a continuous journey which presents both new opportunities and obstacles. Conversely, it cannot be a destination, but a road paved with evolving tactics, technology, and learning.
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Motor management is an essential part of any industrial operation. Schneider Electric is proud to offer a comprehensive range of solutions to help businesses manage their motor-driven systems more effectively. ...
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The oil and gas industry has in recent years come under increasing pressure to meet sustainability targets, while maintaining high levels of operation and lowering the end-to-end lifecycle costs of its assets. With advances in connectivity and digital analytics, companies can enter the next phase of advanced organisational and process management in tandem with sustainability goals.
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Schneider Electric and 4Sight have embarked on an exciting project at a prominent South African mining group that sees the partners implementing a value chain optimisation (VCO) solution, which includes AVEVA’s Production Management & Unified Supply Chain offering.
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The benefits of digital twin technology have enjoyed considerable attention in the last year. However, the role of digital twins in the power and grid industry is not as well known, which is why it is important to unpack its invaluable benefits and returns.
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The Harmony Hub is the latest addition to the Harmony XB5R and XB4R wireless pushbutton ranges. This configurable device provides network connectivity, serving as an intermediary between wireless devices ...
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Schneider Electric and the University of Johannesburg (UJ) Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment have officially unveiled the 4IR Experience Room, a first for UJ.
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