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examine their current processes, systems, and structures and place themselves in one
of six possible bands. It should be noted that, while all dimensions should be taken
into account, the relative importance of each one will vary depending on the
company’s needs and the industry it is operating in.
3. Architect a comprehensive transformation roadmap.
The Index acts as a checklist to ensure that all the building blocks, pillars, and
dimensions are formally considered. It also serves as a step-by-step improvement
guide, with the six bands within each dimension delineating the intermediate steps
needed to progress to higher bands. This helps companies to identify high-impact
initiatives and to structure robust implementation roadmaps with clearly defined
phases, targets, and timelines.
4. Deliver and sustain transformation initiatives.
Once a company has developed its transformation roadmap, the Index also serves as
a live blueprint that the company can use to measure and refine its Industry 4.0
initiatives over a multi-year period.
(Source: EDB website, TÜV SÜD website)
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