works can leverage ain solutions to ensure ly devices with valid rations – or trusted tials – are accepted and a limited set of
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He says : “ IoT networks can leverage blockchain solutions to ensure that only devices with valid configurations – or trusted credentials – are accepted and perform a limited set of actions .”
In the future , manufacturing will increasingly see the IoT and blockchain intersect , powering robots that are able to teach themselves , says Van Ostaeyen . He cites the example of Sewbot , a robot that makes clothes without human intervention , which could take advantage of blockchain in the future to become fully integrated into the supply chain .
In addition , Van Ostaeyen claims that manufacturing will “ become 100 percent transparent through blockchain ”. In the future , he predicts : “ There will be no tampering , and no fakes or counterfeit goods .”
That claim seems unlikely . However , it is clear that manufacturing is itself slowly transforming from a slow , monolithic process into a smarter , more automated , more localised one , in which smaller facilities that cater to local needs replace offshore outsourcing , which is based on the lowest labour cost . Read full article .
Radisson Park Inn London , UK
5-6 June 2018
Taking place in London from 5-6 June ; the Internet of Manufacturing UK conference and expo is your opportunity to network with and learn from those driving IoT adoption for Manufacturers as well as your peers already benefiting from this innovation .
The summit will examine in detail how Manufacturers can enhance their IoT strategy focusing on ROI , blockchain , additive manufacturing , connectivity , AI / analytics and security . All attendees will leave with tailored roadmaps to the adoption of these next generation technologies to reduce costs , improve efficiency and increase ROI .
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