SCHNEIDER PUSHES DIGITAL TOOLS TO IMPROVE INDUSTRIAL EFFICIENCY

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Schneider Electric is encouraging industrial companies to adopt digital technologies based on clear business needs, as manufacturers increasingly turn to automation and data-driven tools to improve efficiency.

The company said technologies such as digital twins, industrial software, automation, and artificial intelligence can help businesses identify operational problems, optimise processes, reduce downtime, and make better decisions.

Schneider stressed that companies should not invest in digital tools simply because they are available. Instead, technology investments should be linked to measurable outcomes such as improved productivity, lower energy consumption, reduced maintenance costs, and greater operational reliability.

The company’s broader industrial technology strategy combines AI, predictive maintenance, smart manufacturing, and software-defined automation to help industries monitor operations and identify potential equipment failures before they cause costly disruptions.

Industry experts said digital transformation could become increasingly important for Nigerian manufacturers facing high energy costs, ageing equipment, and pressure to remain competitive.

Schneider reaffirmed its focus on helping businesses build more efficient, connected, and sustainable industrial operations through digital technology and automation.