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Abstract: Smart Manufacturing With Industry 4.0, companies are transitioning to smart manufacturing, embedded with technologies such as IoT-based inventory, condition monitoring systems with remote access, digital supply chains, digital twins, and so on. Use of robots enhances productivity, safety and quality, leading to business continuity and increased efficiency of operations. Smart manufacturing is a transformative approach that integrates advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), big data analytics, robotics, and cloud computing to optimize production processes and enhance operational efficiency. It represents the convergence of digital and physical systems, enabling real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance, and data-driven decision-making in manufacturing environments. By utilizing intelligent systems, smart manufacturing increases flexibility, reduces waste, and allows for greater customization and responsiveness to ma