日立とINCITがスマートインダストリーレディネスインデックス（SIRI）とXIRI-Analyticsを活用しデジタルトランスフォーメーションを推進

Singapore/Japan, March 26, 2025 – Hitachi, Ltd. (TSE: 6501, “Hitachi”) and International Centre for Industrial Transformation Ltd. (“INCIT”) announces today that Hitachi will partner with INCIT to implement Smart Industry Readiness Index (SIRI) and XIRI-Analytics to accelerate the digital transformation of Hitachi’s global manufacturing operations. In the next Mid-Term Management Plan, Hitachi aims to realise a “True One Hitachi” with digital at its core and to further grow the Social Innovation Business. To achieve this sustainable growth, it is essential to leverage Hitachi’s strengths in IT, OT, and products, and to accelerate the creation of unique value globally. In this context, it is necessary for the business divisions that handle […]

オマーン、重要な覚書で産業の未来を築く、INCITがデジタル変革を推進

Oman’s Industry Day, held on February 9, 2025, highlights the country’s industrial growth and future plans. Organized by the Ministry of Commerce, Industry, and Investment Promotion (MoCIIP), this year’s theme, “Oman at the Heart of Global Supply Chains,” reflects the nation’s role in global trade and manufacturing. The event brought together government officials, business leaders, and industry experts to discuss Oman’s progress in economic diversification and industrial development. Notably, Oman’s manufacturing sector grew by 8.5% in 2024, reaching RO2.686 billion. The government also announced 100 new industrial projects worth RO1.5 billion, spanning key sectors such as renewable energy, medical and food industries, metals, and construction materials. These investments reflect Oman’s […]

Transforming Egypt’s Manufacturing Sector with the Smart Industry Readiness Index

The future of manufacturing in Egypt is taking a transformative leap forward with the introduction of the Smart Industry Readiness Index. Developed to guide manufacturers of all sizes and sectors, Smart Industry Readiness Index is designed to help businesses start, scale, and sustain their digital transformation journeys. This pioneering initiative has been made possible through the collaboration of the International Centre for Industrial Transformation (INCIT), the Industrial Modernization Center (IMC), the Information Technology Industry Development Agency (ITIDA), and the German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ). Smart Industry Readiness Index: A Framework for Industry 4.0 Smart Industry Readiness Index is a globally recognised framework that equips manufacturers with practical tools to […]

Suzhou Industrial Park hosts Smart Industry Readiness Index training to accelerate Industry 4.0 advancements

[September 2024] – In collaboration with INCIT’s training and certification partner, TÜV SÜD, and the Bosch Empowerment Centre, the Suzhou Industrial Park (SIP) organised a Smart Industry Readiness Index training in September 2024. This initiative is designed to propel companies toward their Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing goals. The organiser SIP, a joint venture between China and Singapore, spans 278 square kilometres and propels high-tech industries such as smart manufacturing, biomedicine, and nanotechnology. It also hosts key events like the Smart Industry Readiness Index training, driving technological innovation and industry leadership. SIP was an ideal location to host the Smart Industry Readiness Index training as it is the world’s pioneering digital […]

曙とともにデジタルエクセレンスへの道筋を描く

As the global automotive industry adapts to the challenges posed by the pandemic, PT. Akebono Brake Astra Indonesia (AAIJ) is taking its digital transformation efforts to the next level with the Smart Industry Readiness Index. AAIJ is addressing the evolving demands in the brake pad sector by embracing innovative technologies and sustainable practices. By leveraging Smart Industry Readiness Index, AAIJ is not only optimising its manufacturing processes but also strengthening its resilience and competitive edge in the post-pandemic landscape. Discover how this forward-thinking approach is helping AAIJ set new benchmarks and what it could mean for the future of brake pads and the automotive components industry.

横河の認定SIRIアセッサーによる産業変革

パートナーである横河電機株式会社と共同で制作した新しい共同マーケティング フィルムのリリースを発表できることを嬉しく思います。世界最多の CSA 数を誇る横河電機は、SIRI フレームワークへの献身と価値あるソリューションの提供に注力しており、比類のない存在です。このフィルムは、横河電機の Certified Smart Industry Readiness Index (SIRI) アセッサー (CSA) である Alicia Hui の素晴らしい歩みを紹介しており、横河電機のソリューションが産業の卓越性を推進し、この分野のリーダーとしての地位を固めている様子を直接見る絶好の機会です。Alicia はエンジニアリングとコンサルティング サービスに関する豊富な知識を持ち、横河電機とそのパートナーにとってかけがえのない資産となっています。[…]

SEW-EURODRIVE improves flexibility and raises productivity with Smart Industry Readiness Index

In a fast-changing world, companies need to be flexible and agile to survive and thrive. To achieve this, SEW-EURODRIVE needed to modernise its Singapore facility through the application of Industry 4.0. Committed to driving change and transformation to improve flexibility and raise productivity, SEW-EURODRIVE leveraged Smart Industry Readiness Index to work out focus areas so it could develop a transformation roadmap and efficiently allocate its resources to deliver the greatest possible impact. Find out how Smart Industry Readiness Index was pivotal in helping SEW-EURODRIVE develop their improvement roadmap, with the goal of becoming a truly future-ready organisation.

Rockwell Automation drives sectorial transformation with Smart Industry Readiness Index

Rockwell Automation is the world’s largest company dedicated to industrial automation and information. Its mission is to improve global quality of life through smart manufacturing and digital transformation solutions – including architecture, software, and control products and solutions – that deliver enhanced productivity while maintaining environmental sustainability. Its Singapore-based subsidiary Rockwell Automation Asia Pacific Business Center (RA APBC) is a leading electronics manufacturer in the region, primarily dealing in Printed Circuit Board Assembly technology and products. Sustainability is a core tenet of the brand, which is why RA APBC was looking to uncover new ways to reduce waste in their production process and daily operations. Find out how SIRI was […]

Smart Industry Readiness Index in the Spotlight: Validating Haier Group’s digitalisation programme

Haier Group undertook a multi-site Official Smart Industry Readiness Index Assessment to gain a deeper understanding of their facilities’ 4IR maturity levels. This assessment enabled Haier to uncover blind spots within their operations and benchmark their facilities’ Industry 4.0 transformation against industry standards and competitors. By pinpointing areas of strength and opportunities for improvement, Haier could validate their progress and make informed decisions to enhance their competitive edge in the market. Check out this video below to see how Haier successfully utilised Smart Industry Readiness Index to validate its digitalisation programmes!

Smart Industry Readiness Index in the Spotlight: Helping Pepperl+Fuchs set digital transformation targets​

German industrial technology company Pepperl+Fuchs recently harnessed the power of the Smart Industry Readiness Index (SIRI) to assess the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) readiness of multiple manufacturing sites. Through an Official Smart Industry Readiness Index Assessment, Pepperl+Fuchs discovered that one of their sites had a maturity profile that was below the industry average. The detailed assessment report provided valuable insights into the areas where the site was lagging and outlined specific recommendations for improvement. The Smart Industry Readiness Index evaluation highlighted critical areas that needed attention, offering Pepperl+Fuchs a clear roadmap to enhance their site’s 4IR readiness. By focusing on these key areas, the company aims to elevate its manufacturing […]

Smart Industry Readiness Index in the spotlight: How organisations and governments work together to jumpstart digital transformation in manufacturing

多国間組織や政府は協力して、製造業者のデジタル変革の取り組みを支援することができます。

CONNSTEP drives manufacturing transformation in Connecticut with Smart Industry Readiness Index

米国コネチカット州の製造業は、インダストリー 4.0 の導入において大きな課題に直面しています。インダストリー 4.0 技術への移行は大企業にしか実現可能ではないというのが一般的な認識であり、多くの中小企業 (SME) はその目標と真の可能性について誤解しています。家族経営の中小企業が業界の大部分を占める州では、多くの企業がこれらの高度な技術を探求して実装するためのリソース、専門知識、自信を欠いています。世界的なパンデミックにより、これらの課題はさらに深刻化しており、社会的距離の確保対策により工場の人員が削減され、サプライ チェーンの継続的な圧力により業務が圧迫されています。その結果、コネチカット州の製造業者は、インダストリー 4.0 の知識を緊急に必要としています。[…]