Digital Transformation · Digital Operations · Hard · 35-45 min

Digitizing Industrial Operations (IIoT)

Last updated 2026-07-29

What is this case about?

An energy/heavy-industry operator wants to digitize field operations — sensors (IIoT), predictive maintenance, and a digital twin — to cut unplanned downtime and maintenance cost. Equipment is decades old, connectivity in the field is poor, and the workforce is skeptical of 'digital.' The board wants a credible plan and the value it unlocks. You advise.

Where strong candidates start

  • Anchor on value — unplanned downtime cost and maintenance spend are the prize; size them
  • Assess feasibility — sensor retrofit on old equipment, field connectivity, data foundation

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