Holistic Model for identification of process optimization and automation potential

We developed a holistic approach to implement a sustainable process for innovation of production processes including automation solutions for the process as a whole based on our earlier work (Graesch 2015, Schmidt, Lehmann,... [ view full abstract ]

We developed a holistic approach to implement a sustainable process for innovation of production processes including automation solutions for the process as a whole based on our earlier work (Graesch 2015, Schmidt, Lehmann, Isenberg 2014).
Our model focuses on the improvement of the acceptance of process automation in contradicting objectives of company goals like cost reduction and the maturity of the production process including the role of the human.
Our problem hypothesis is that the major problem in production automation is not the unavailability of technological solutions but their integration in the overall company goals. Furthermore we focus on the acceptance of technological solutions in the company.
Central element of our model is the hybrid modelling of the process and the proposed automation process. The modeling will take place in our hybrid factory model. In this model we maintain a solution database including mainly automation solutions for the assembly and maintenance automation in aerospace industry using the result form see e.g. (Salih 2014).
In this paper we will:
1. Give details on the proposed use of the holistic 5 phase model for process optimization including automation
2. Give details on our hybrid factory model
3. Relate this model to the 5 levels of capabilities defined for cyber physical systems (CPS) in industry 4.0 form (acatech 2011).
4. Present the cognitive aspects of how the model shall further develop. This will be done from a holistic view (Zaeh et al. 2010) where optimization of production planning and control is improved by introducing the concept of smart products. This is another link to the concept of the 5 levels of capabilities in acatech 2011.