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Beyond Industry 4.0: Re-skilling the labour force & the Future of agile production

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16 June 2023, 13:00 CEST, online

Beyond Industry 4.0 Re-skilling agile production

The first Robotics4EU Agile Production Workshop Series is scheduled to take place online on June 16th, from 13:00 to 15:00 CEST. Organized by Robotics4EU, this workshop aims to explore the concept of agile production and its implications for the future. It serves as the first instalment in a series of workshops designed to achieve several objectives:

  1. Empower the responsible robotics community and enhance societal acceptance of robots in various project focus areas, including healthcare, agile production, the agri-food sector, and infrastructure inspection and maintenance.
  2. Provide guidance and increase awareness regarding the non-technological aspects of robotics, facilitating knowledge transfer and the sharing of best practices.
  3. Foster debates on cutting-edge issues, generate practical solutions, and establish networks to promote the broader adoption of responsible robotics principles and the implementation of AI-based robotics.

The mission of the Beyond Industry 4.0: Re-skilling the labour force & the Future of agile production workshop is to delve into the future of agile production and its impact on diverse industries. By leveraging robotics technology, agile production has the potential to revolutionize manufacturing processes and adapt to the ever-changing demands of the market.

During this workshop, participants will engage in expert talks and open discussions to address key questions surrounding agile production. Topics of exploration will include the social implications of this transformation, concerns regarding job displacement, and strategies for upskilling the workforce to embrace the opportunities presented by robotics.

The workshop will be chaired by Silvia Ecclesia, a PhD Candidate at the Department of Interdisciplinary Studies of Culture (KULT), Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). Silvia’s research focuses on power dynamics in future imaginaries of Artificial Intelligence within the context of work. She is also actively involved in the Horizon Europe project “BIAS: Mitigating diversity biases in the labour market” and the Horizon 2020 project “Robotics4EU: Robots within and for Society.”

Keynote speakers at the event will include industry experts who will share their insights and experiences:

  1. Ladislav Dvorak, CEO of RoboTwin, will deliver a presentation titled “RoboTwin – upskilling workers to robot teachers.” With a background in the automotive industry, particularly in autonomous driving, Ladislav oversees various aspects of RoboTwin’s operations, including team management, talent acquisition, and financial matters.
  2. Dr. Angel Dacal-Nieto, “Factory of the Future” Area Manager at CTAG – Automotive Technology Center of Galicia, will present on the topic of “Social challenges in human-centric factories and the application of Industry 5.0 technologies.” With a PhD in Intelligent Software Systems and over 16 years of experience applying ICT in manufacturing, specifically in the automotive sector, Dr. Dacal-Nieto possesses expertise in intelligent software, automation, AI, and robotics.

This workshop promises to be an informative and insightful event, providing valuable perspectives on agile production and its implications for the future of industries.

Agenda Beyond Industry 4.0: Re-skilling the labour force & the Future of agile production

Participating in this workshop offers a unique opportunity to actively contribute to the future of agile production and support the responsible integration of robotics across diverse industries.

By joining us, you will have a chance to empower and engage with the responsible robotics community, working towards the goal of enhancing societal acceptance of robots in the context of agile production. Your participation will play a crucial role in shaping the path forward and fostering an environment that embraces the potential of robotics in a responsible and beneficial manner.

Register here

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