Authors: Nisha Choudhury
Abstract: The convergence of the Internet of Things (IoT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing industrial automation ecosystems. This integration is driving the transformation of traditional manufacturing and production processes into smart, connected systems that optimize operations, enhance productivity, and facilitate predictive maintenance. IoT facilitates the collection and communication of vast amounts of real-time data from sensors, devices, and machinery across an industrial environment. Coupling this with AI’s ability to analyze complex data patterns, predict outcomes, and automate decision-making processes creates unprecedented opportunities for efficiency and innovation in industrial automation. The synergy between IoT and AI fosters smarter factories, where machines self-optimize, autonomous robots collaborate with human workers, and supply chain logistics are seamlessly managed. This article explores how this dynamic convergence alters industrial workflow, impacts operational resilience, improves safety standards, and cultivates new business models. It also examines the challenges related to cybersecurity, data privacy, and system integration that accompany this digital evolution. Ultimately, the IoT-AI alliance is not only reshaping industrial automation with smarter, more adaptive ecosystems but also paving the way for Industry 4.0 and beyond, ushering in a new era where intelligent systems drive industrial competitiveness and sustainability.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.17776309
