Food production industry in Myanmar

The number of food production firms, which accounts for 57 percent of the manufacturing industry, also
grew.

The food processing sector in Myanmar is still at the beginning stage.

Multiple countries around the world have already witnessed three industrial revolutions, which could
also be described as disruptive leaps in industrial processes, resulting in significantly higher productivity.
The first revolution improved efficiency through the use of hydropower, the increasing use of steam
power and the development of machine tools. The second brought electricity and mass production
(assembly lines), and the third and most recent further accelerated automation using electronics and IT.
The fourth industrial revolution is already on its way. However, Myanmar has not even fully participated
in the third industrial revolution, meaning that many production lines still rely on a significant share of
manual labor and are not even partly automated. Hence, Myanmar has the potential to leapfrog semi-
automated production lines and jump straight into the era of Industry 4.0.

Today, the manufacturing industry in Myanmar is still highly labor intensive and most of the work
processes are still manual.

 Industry 1.0: Water/steam power

 Industry 2.0: Electric power
 Industry 3.0: Computing power
 Industry 4:0: Internet of Things (IoT) power
Industry 3.0(Last decade of 20th Century) : The invention of a variety electronic devices
including transistors and integrated circuits has automated the machines substantially which
has resulted in reduced effort ,increased speed, greater accuracy and even complete
replacement of the manpower in some cases.

The use of electronics

Industry 3.0 -Use It and electronic to improve production/
and information technology (IT) to further automate
production./computer
In Industry 3.0, we automate processes using logic processors and
information technology. These processes often operate largely without human
interference, but there is still a human aspect behind it. 
which resulted in reduced effort ,increased speed, greater accuracy and even complete
replacement of the human agent in some cases.
‘Industry 3.0’ digitalisation initiatives of labour savings, improved real-time visibility, waste reduction,
quality management and data warehousing.

Industry 3.0 came about with the unleashing of computer power on the process of production, with
machines and robots replacing workers on assembly lines
Industry 3.0 introduced more automated systems onto the assembly line to perform human
tasks, i.e. using Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC). Although automated systems were in
place, they still relied on human input and intervention.
Inventions of computers and software lead to automation of tasks that were previously performed by
humans. 

In Industry 3.0, we automate processes using logic processors and information technology. The

process is automated based on human input, not by data.

In Industry 3.0, we automate processes using logic processors and

information technology. These processes often operate largely without human
interference, but there is still a human aspect behind it. Where Industry 4.0
comes in is with the availability and use of vast quantities of data on the
production floor.

For an example of the old way (Industry 3.0), take a CNC machine: while
largely automated, it still needs input from a human controller. The process is
automated based on human input, not by data. Under Industry 4.0, that same
CNC machine would not only be able to follow set programming parameters,
but also use data to streamline production processes.

Future trend

Industry 4.0-use cyber physical system

Industry 4.0 is underpinned by five emerging technologies being used across the manufacturing value chain. Those
are the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI), 3D printing, advanced robotics, and wearables.  However,
manufacturers are slow in technology adoption because of relatively low labor costs and a shortage of experts. 

It includes industrial advancements featuring robotics, smart manufacturing, artificial

intelligence and the Internet of Things (IoT). Industry 4.0 is revolutionizing manufacturing
industry. 

top manufacturing industry trends in industrial automation:

 Building intelligent factories in the cloud technology

Robots on the rise i.e. managed by humans

Manufacturing Technology Gets Smarter

AI, robots, 3D printing, and the like are all the latest manufacturing trends in manufacturing technology –
and have been for some time.

2021 is the year manufacturing technology gets even smarter.( Robots on the factory floor are growing at
warp speed thanks to their declining cost and increasing capabilities.  decreases overhead costs, waste,
and quality issues.)

In 2021, digital connectivity will be one of the dominating trends in manufacturing and food processing.
Businesses will begin to heavily rely on the internet of things to digitize and connect as many aspects of
the production process as possible to stay ahead of further disruptions. 

They’ll do so by adopting tools that connect:

Operations
Inventory
Employees
Equipment
Customers

The internet of things is rapidly growing. It’s estimated that by 2025, over 75 billion manufacturing
devices will be connected and communicating with each other.

The future of manufacturing will rely on high-speed connectivity to power their Industry 4.0 operations. 

5G technology can facilitate faster: AI integration, Real-time communication for a large, dispersed
workforce, Data sharing ,IoT connectivity.
In 2021, 5G will finally gain a foothold in manufacturing and food processing. As the post-pandemic
workforce remains more dispersed than before, 5G will enable real-time connectivity for an entire
organization.  The speed and efficiency of information moving through a factory will deliver greater
productivity and create a safer work environment. 
Under the current strategy, Thailand is transforming its economy into 4.0 – growth via innovation. Several new
technologies will be disruptive and will have a widespread impact on the industry. These are as followed.

IoT: will manage the supply chains of smart factories and industries that are technologically-intensive, such as
automobiles, electronics, retail stock management and even tracking patient health in new, connected hospitals.  The
IoT will use 5G wireless technology to support massive machine-to-machine communication links

Cloud: Low-cost option for corporations to be competitive in the digital era

3D Printing: rapidly design and produce goods at lower costs, may find a role in the supply chains of some industries,
for example in fashion, auto parts, electronics, and machinery & equipment.

Automation of Knowledge: replicate skilled human work.

Robotic Process Automation: to assist with repetitive work or manage algorithmic big data collection and analysis will
help to cut costs and increase efficiency.

Blockchain: allow data to be portioned out to users across a network but controlling access, making the data storage
highly secure.

From advanced robotics in R&D labs to computer vision in warehouses, technology is making an impact
on every step of the manufacturing process.

Transport & Supply Chain Management: Telematics, IoT, and autonomous vehicles will bring
greater efficiency and granularity for manufacturers delivering their products

Industry 4.0: Connects the internet of things (IoT) with manufacturing techniques to enable machines to
share information, analyse it and use it to guide intelligent actions. Key elements of Industry 4.0 include:

Cyber-physical system: A mechanical device that is run by computer-based algorithms.

The Internet of things (IoT): Interconnected networks of machine devices and vehicles embedded with
computerized sensing, scanning and monitoring capabilities

Cloud computing: Offsite network hosting and data backup.

Cognitive computing — technological platforms that employ artificial intelligence.

The food industry is begining to recognise the benefits of industry 4.0 and there are signs of growth of
these technologies within the food industry for increased automation, improved communication and
self-monitoring, and the production of smart machines that can analyze and diagnose issues without the
need for human intervention.

Industry 4.0, powered by data and automation technology, can transform every step of food
manufacturinhg. Factories with intelligent equipment that can talk and respond to the real world
conditions in which they operate in, driving productivity, reducing food waste and increasing profits.

Examples of industry 4.0 in food manufacturing are:

Delivery
Digitial technologies in the delivery of raw materials into a food manufacturing industry can help identify
and track the delivery of raw materials; recognize and sort raw materials based on their quality and
freshness; and facilitate stock control, i.e. order, receive and track raw food ingredients.

Processing

Digital technology allows precision processing; and presents new opportunities for personalization of
food products, linked to consumer requests.

Packaging and Storage

Digitial technologies allows intelligent packaging for bespoke traceable food products; facilitates self-
regulation of the storage environment based on the optimum conditions for food products; and and
auto-robotics for picking and packing.

Distribution

Digital technology can help in the ordering, receiving and tracing inputs.

On the other hand, in the next five years, Myanmar companies intend to invest into digitizing their
production processes and almost half expect that their level of production process will be digitalized in
the next five years.

Machine smater( These smart machines can continuously monitor,detect and predict faults to
suggest preventive measures and remedial action. This allows better preparedness and lower
downtime for industries. )

For example, smart machines that can interact with each other means full traceability and clarity is
possible across the whole food manufacturing value chain. This, in turn, strengthens food safety and
helps a business meet supervisory requirements in the most systematic manner. Self-driving vehicles
minimizes manpower costs, can accelerate deliveries and make the manufacturing process more
efficient.

The Fourth industrial Revolution is the era of smart machines, storage systems and
production facilities that can autonomously exchange information, trigger actions and
control each other without human intervention.

  Building intelligent factories in the cloud technology

 In addition to virtual reality and robotics, factories environments are creating advancements in cloud computing

and smart sensors. These sensors can carry out tasks such as converting data into different units of measurement,

communicating with other machines, recording statistics and feedback and closing off devices.

 IoT functionality can track and evaluate production quotas, consolidate control rooms and create models of

predictive maintenance. Internet of things helps to get the information at the right time to make the right decisions

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trends among manufacturers include recycled and bio-degradable materials for packaging snacks and
pet food, new films that have been developed to keep meat fresher longer with active labels to sense
when meat is past its expiration.