After a long break, we are happy to revive The Future is WOW series. In these blog posts, we dive into the latest innovations and technology applications in the manufacturing industry.

This month, we delve deeper into future-proofing your workforce. Both the COVID-19 pandemic and emerging technologies are large contributors to a changing dynamic in the working lives of people in all jobs and industries. Below, we shed a light on the role of your employees in digital transformation.

Is your culture ready for Industry 4.0?

Over the past 2 or 3 years, more and more companies were able to choose and afford the right tech tools to commit to digital transformation. The difference no longer lies in which tools a company uses, but in how ready the company is to adopt the technology in their day-to-day working.

A much broader change in company culture is required to absorb these new ways of working. There are four key areas that you need to get right to get the best out of your digital transformation: Leadership, Measurement, Culture, and People. Check out IndustryWeek to read more about each area.

Device security & remote work

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought changes to the daily operation of companies, including the surge in working from home.  Businesses have to open up their network so employees can access it from home. If not managed correctly, this can quickly end in disaster. And  network security isn’t the only challenge. Read more on TechTalks about which elements you need to take into account and how to make sure your employees can work safely from home.

Connected workers are safer workers

Clear and open communication between companies and frontline workers is essential. With traditional communication methods, such as face-to-face meetings and notes on a bulletin board, disappearing, managers had to find ways to keep frontline workers in the loop. One way to do this is through making them Connected Workers. Learn more on EHSToday about how Connected Workers are safer workers, both during this pandemic and afterwards.

Time tracking improves productivity

Time-tracking is a safeguard against burnouts. It allows you to gauge an employee’s working capacity and make sure that they can handle or maintain the right volume of tasks. Keeping track of time spent on tasks increases the productivity of your team and your business. Continue reading on TechTalks.

To stay up to date on what the future might bring, subscribe!