As Industry 4.0 has transformed manufacturing, a new kind of participant has emerged: the “reborn in digital” company.

Consumer and corporate expectations around visibility, agility, and flexibility have shifted. We’ll never be able to transition back to opaque processes, PDFs, and Excel spreadsheets.

While the introduction of modern technology is a sign of needed progress, businesses shouldn’t overlook the potential security risks that come with all of this innovation.

With real-time data, businesses can gain greater visibility and insight into their supply chains and identify where to cut costs, how and when to pivot, and how to make smarter, more informed decisions.

William Crockett, vice president of Tanaka Precious Metals, discusses how the rollout of 5G connectivity promises to affect business and supply chain operations.