Industry 4.0 (I4.0) Brownfield Evolution Framework 2023

The terms Industry 4.0 (I4.0) and Digital Transformation (Dx) are well known and have been documented by industry experts. However, the challenge expressed by potential adopters to this day is how to get started when looking to transform their existing industrial networks and operations (i.e. brownfield deployments).

As such, the goal of this white paper is to share a brownfield evolution framework exemplifying how to assess and embark on the digital transformation journey to enable Industry 4.0 outcomes. GSMA Digital Industries expresses thanks to Verizon for submitting this contribution as part of Verizon’s commitment to driving thought leadership, innovation and wider adoption of Next Generation Industrial Networks. We also explain the tenets of the framework, the different phases and dimensions, as well as how to use it as a valuable tool for assessing your starting and destination points along the digital transformation journey.