Industry 4.0 refers to the 4th Industrial Revolution currently taking place on a global scale. This stage highlights the growth of digital age, emerging technologies and systems, and the creation of smart tools and processes, particularly in manufacturing.

As companies adapt their products, processes, and facilities to merge with the digital platforms and tools, the role of Edge computing, Cloud computing, AI machine and learning, and Internet of Things (IoT) are the main forces driving this new revolution. Given the tools and technologies now emerging, the benefits and opportunities for the industrial sector focus on autonomy, information transparency, data collection and analysis, and preventive measures and maintenance.

The Philippines' transition to Industry 4.0 is said to provide challenges for companies, especially on the adoption of automated systems and transformation of traditional processes as well as the supply of skilled workers. Hence, it is relevant for businesses to gain knowledge and insights on technological trends in the Philippine market and its agenda on the development of Industry 4.0 as well as see the latest trends from German businesses on how companies can hone on the opportunities such as industrial automation, AI learning and processes, and digitalization of traditional systems.