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The continuous degree of automation in industry and the networking of individual components such as machines, robots, autonomous drive systems, control units etc. open up new possibilities for linking production and service, or integrating customers and business partners into value-added processes. In this technical revolution, machines should be able to decide independently and even contribute to developments. Before the implementation, planning should be carried out in the planning stage, where industry 4.0 can be implemented, what should be achieved, how can corresponding plans be implemented, and what aspects of security, machine ethics, information ethics or work ethics must be considered. While answering these questions, can be find out what resources of material and immaterial nature are needed and what are the advantages and disadvantages to be expected.
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