Changing attitudes and opinion about mass-production and industrial giants

Expected rising consumer spending

Ageing Population, less specific market segments

 IoT and digital transformation - connected devices ease the production process

Big data opens endless possibilities in data analytics for increased efficiency 

AI and Augmented Intelligence exponential growth influences the process optimisation

Technology: Blockchain, LPWA, Digital Twin transforms the traceability of materials and reliability of producers 

Innovations in sensor technologies upgrade the performance of the industry

Sustainability and circular Economy creates pressure on industry choices of production

Corporate social responsibility demands social impact from corporations with bad market image

Sustainable Energy, clean, renewable/reliable energy use in production, to follow strict regulations and customer demand

Recycling, waste management  and legal issues of chemical disposals 

Energy saving, energy efficiency in production processes to follow in the manufacturing process

Increased focus on shortage of Water and its use in production processes