5G, private networks to play crucial role in smart manufacturing

As India moves toward its goal of becoming a $7 trillion economy by 2030, the country’s manufacturing sector is set to play a key role. The Indian government’s ‘Make in India’ initiative is playing a strong role towards fostering and strengthening India’s manufacturing by enhancing foreign direct investments, skill development, and updating the manufacturing infrastructure in the country. By enhancing investments in technology, infrastructure, and research and development (R&D), the country can further boost productivity, create jobs in the country and enhance the GDP contribution of the manufacturing sector. By integrating digital technologies in Manufacturing, the sector can transform itself and boost its competitiveness.