In the era of Industry 4.0, the convergence of IT and OT offers industry unprecedented opportunities to utilise 

opportunities to utilise data for strategic advantage. Data intelligence has transformative 

potential for vertical integration and effective data processing in IT and OT environments. Companies that understand how to use raw data in a structured way and at the same time overcome the 

challenges in terms of data transparency and usability in different formats have a clear competitive advantage. 

formats have a clear competitive advantage.

• Methods for seamless data transport and integration for consistent data flow across different production systems
• Techniques for making data transparent and usable despite its heterogeneity.
• Solutions for efficient data transport when dealing with inhomogeneous data sources. 
• Best practices for correct data transport in industrial environments
• Basic principles for effective data management in manufacturing and production environments

• What are the main challenges in achieving consistent data flow across heterogeneous production systems?
• How can we ensure transparency and usability of data despite diverse formats and structures?
• Which methods and tools have proven effective for integrating IT and OT data in real-world industrial environments?
• Why is structured raw data a key enabler for gaining strategic insights in smart manufacturing?
• Where do current data transport and management practices fall short, and how can they be improved?

The moderators will present the results of the World Café Round Tables and all the most important questions, challenges and solutions arising from the event will be discussed.