The fourth industrial revolution is said to be an opportunity to achieve manufacturing innovation. Opportunities belong to those who are prepared, yet there are still those who regard it with suspicion rather than seizing the opportunity. We asked Team Manager Jung Sung-yeop of the Automation Business Division at Schneider Electric and Team Manager Noh Geun-bae of Software Channel Business.

What benefits do companies gain from implementing industrial IoT?
In Korea, there seems to be a lingering thirst because companies tend to do what the government or their superiors tell them to do. And it's mainly referred to as revolution, but Schneider calls it evolution. It's not about creating something entirely new—rather, it's about increased productivity, reduced electricity costs, easier data visibility, reduced downtime, and greater levels of automation across more areas.