Described by some as the 4th industrial revolution, Pharma 4.0 aims to bring the internet of things, artificial intelligence, automation and smart technology to the manufacturing floor. By digitising machines and processes, Pharma 4.0 will break down silos and drive forward developments in continuous manufacturing. With benefits such as lower operational costs, efficient production lines, consistent quality, reduced processing time and lower manual handling, it is no wonder that pharma companies are investing heavily in new technology.