Is Your Manufacturing Company All Set for Industry 5.0?

Many of the manufacturing companies are still trying to manage their operations and processes as per fourth industrial revolution i.e. Industry 4.0, overcoming the challenges on the way. And, the next industrial revolution has already been announced i.e. Industry 5.0.  

If the fourth revolution was focusing on transforming the traditional factories into IoT-integrated smart facilities that can leverage the benefits of cognitive computing while interconnecting on cloud servers, Industry 5.0 is set to divert the focus on human intervention into the industrial framework. 

What is Industry 5.0? 

Industry 5.0 is, undoubtedly the future, but already gained traction due to the change of processes associated with it. It is focusing on bringing man and machine in closer cooperation to improve products’ quality while making a systematic approach towards the prevention of industrial wastage, especially the waste arising due to industrial upcycling. 

The priority with Industry 5.0 is to create a synergy environment wherein the workforce of man and machines can be effectively utilized to improve the methodologies and efficiency of production. It won’t be wrong to say that it will bring the manufacturing companies back to reality than working through the virtual environment. For the manufacturers who have already started using advanced technologies like IoT, there isn’t an instant need for firing their workforces and become completely dependent on AI. 

In fact, Industry 5.0 is expected to trigger greater advances in the manufacturing industry, which will infuse newer levels of speed and perfection. Moreover, this industrial revolution is beneficial for the environment as well since companies will look forward to the implementation of renewable energy while eliminating unnecessary resources. 

On an all, Industry 5.0 is about the full realization of the architects in creating a positive working relationship in the industrial environment. 

Role of Fifth Industry Revolution In Bringing Humans and Manufacturing Design Process Closer 

Industry 5.0 is introduced to make us realize the potential of working in a closed-loop wherein we can push the design boundaries with the inclusion of physics. For example, if you want to design the next-generation automobile, you will have certain limitations in your way let say the manufacturing capabilities, the amount of data available to you, and also your ability to utilize that data into your design process.  

Industry 5.0 gives you the ability to process automation in manufacturing, implying that you will be getting the real-time data for the analysis.  

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How Does Industry 5.0 Matters for Human Workforce? 

As you shift from the fourth industrial revolution 4.0 to Industry 5.0, you will tend to create high-value jobs than earlier since you are handing the design responsibility back to the human hands. 

Even recent research demonstrated that the workplace will not become small by bringing humans closer to technology with respect to manufacturing; it tends to grow. The human workforce takes work with much more responsibility. As a result, you will develop a bigger yet healthier work environment, which is safer in real terms. 

You can now involve humans in the design process rather than manufacturing, which is automated to a large extent. It infuses more freedom from the physical labor while enabling you to create products that are personalized and reflect excellence too. 

Major Benefits of Shifting to Fifth Industry Revolution 

There are numerous benefits of shifting to the newest revolution Industry 5.0 for the manufacturing companies. Some of them are: 

1. Personalization will replace mass production 

With the inclusion of Industry 4.0, manufacturers got an enhanced ability to mass-produce the products. But it’s still not the perfect thing. The reason is freedom of personalization that it took away from the humans. Let say if you have something unique in your mind regarding your car design to make it look from the rest, you cannot expect it through automation. It requires human intervention at least at the design level in order to give automated machines the right instructions to manufacture the car customized per your needs – in terms of looks as well as functionality. You can also take improvisation to the next level by integrating a quality management system in your current processes. 

2. Technology will be dominated by psychology 

Though there are many products that don’t need human touch and Industry 4.0 looks perfect solution for them. But the costs will be relatively higher. There are many products including engine block that can be made by humans in a low-lighted factory will save huge costs not only to the manufacturer but also to the buyer since none of them will have to bear additional costs of high-level machine production. And, think of the number of jobs such kind of production saves. This is what exactly outlined in Industry 5.0. Thinking of all the aspects and still ensuring premium products requires human intervention, which Industry 5.0 has brought back. 

3. The human touch will regain traction 

Customers today are ready to pay the price for customized products rather than investing in something that everyone is already invested in. for example – handcrafted goods. Mass producing such products with automation is never a good idea, especially the ones reflecting local culture and craftsmanship. Using high-tech machines should be limited to the process of manufacturing, but not the designs. Human designers tend to create something unique and creative by putting their imagination and efforts, which is true personalization and often a symbol of luxury for modern buyers. They want to buy and invest in the products that reflect them or their lifestyle. This will move us back to the basics, especially in terms of design, which need the human touch to look uniquely designed. 

4. Collaborative robots will create their place

Collaborative robots are effective tools that companies need to withstand Industry 5.0 and the return of the human touch. The collaborative robots are designed to take human craftsmanship to the next level – in terms of accuracy, speed, and precision required for crafting modern-day products without losing the grace of human touch. These robots will make a perfect companion for the manufacturers shifting to Industry 5.0 like Qualityze EQMS that allows you to configure workflows based on your needs to simplify the quality management process. Better collaboration to meet the age of customizations with the human touch. 

5. Broader benefits to the marketplace

Industry 5.0 is considered a better industrial revolution than Industry 4.0. Though it is putting an end to automation, but that end connects to many other possibilities including human intervention in the design process. However, it cannot be interpreted as a complete end to automation. It is more like limiting the automation to manufacturing activities while giving consumers the freedom to purchase good and services customized as per their needs. This also allows workers to have control of their life as they will gain control of their work, unlike the fourth industrial revolution. Industry 5.0 is more like a meaningful articulation with more jobs, personalized products, automated machines, and satisfied customers. 

Are you ready for a meaningful shift to Industry 5.0? We are ready too to make your quality processes much more effective than before to withstand the challenges of the newest industrial revolution with our next-generation quality management software Qualityze.  

If you want to know more about our product and its benefits for the next industrial revolution, get in touch with our customer success team at +1-877-207-8616 or you can also write to us at info@qualityze.com.