Production of the Future

Abstract The integration of software-defined automation with artificial intelligence (AI) holds the potential to revolutionize production. Software-defined automation can be characterized by its flexible, service-oriented architecture, enabling real-time monitoring and control of production processes. Combined with AI capabilities, it offers new levels of efficiency, flexibility, and safety for industry. This article provides practical insights into how these technologies can be applied in production together to enhance resilience, sustainability, and competitiveness.