Europe is at the beginning of a new industrial revolution, labelled Industry 4.0. The ubiquitous use of sensors, the expansion of wireless communication and networks as well as the development of big data analytics has the potential to transform the way goods are manufactured.

The 4STEPS project is addressing the main challenge of Industry 4.0 as a tool towards a new, digital industrial revolution holding the promise of increased flexibility in manufacturing, mass customisation, increased speed, better quality and improved productivity. Companies in the target regions are lagging behind in the adoption of innovative tools and solutions proposed by Industry 4.0 revolution and need to increase transnational cooperation in facing this challenge.