There have been very few events in the last few decades that have disrupted the world as much as the COVID-19 pandemic. From homebound employees to empty shop floors and frozen supply chains to cancelled orders, every aspect of businesses has come to an abrupt halt.
Technology has already played a huge role in keeping the lights on for businesses through the lockdowns that have been imposed in most major economies. As statutory restrictions ease, enterprises are slowly reopening to find a new world. One where in-person interactions will be as minimal as possible and one where technology will be the critical bridge on which business will be run.
This paper explores the dramatic impact that COVID-19 has had on the manufacturing industry, how the industry will transform, and what technology leaders need to do to drive this transformation.