The present study addresses the topic of Asset Administration Shells (AAS) management in the context of Industry 4.0. AASs are a detailed digital representation of physical assets, providing a foundation for more efficient and intelligent asset management. It is demonstrated that the successful implementation of AASs offers significant benefits, including real-time monitoring, events, logs, and more. Furthermore, standardization and interoperability promote effective integration in complex industrial environments, enabling collaboration among different assets and systems, regardless of the provider. Managing Shells in Industry 4.0 is not just an operational efficiency strategy, but an imperative need for organizations looking to thrive in the age of digital transformation. Overall, this work serves as a starting point for more effective, resilient asset management in the era of Industry 4.0. It aims to inspire future initiatives and promote broader reflection on the potential of shell management.
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