Danish logistics company: implementing the Internet of Things worldwide
By shipping millions of containers to 121 countries around the world, this company uses Internet of Things technologies to track the location of its assets. This allows for optimizing fuel costs and developing efficient routes for vessels. This technology is particularly important for refrigerated containers, the contents of which can spoil without proper temperature control. Annually, the company spends approximately 1 billion dollars on transporting empty containers, so the use of sensors and data analytics helps them better understand how these containers are stored and where they are located. Additionally, the company implements blockchain technology to further optimize its supply chain.
Magna Steyr: intelligent car manufacturing
Austrian car manufacturer Magna Steyr is a model of innovation in the field of "smart factories." With a workforce of 161,000 employees worldwide, the company can accurately track the location of its equipment, from tools to automotive components. Automatic inventory ordering ensures control over their availability, significantly improving production efficiency.
Magna also tests "smart packaging" technologies, complementing it with Bluetooth for monitoring parts in warehouses. Internal self-driving vehicles move components during the assembly process, dynamically optimizing routes.
Since 1999, Magna has extensive experience in manufacturing passenger cars, producing various models on the same assembly line. Today, the company uses portable electronic devices that assist workers in the custom car manufacturing process. Last year, Magna was awarded for its achievements in automotive technology.