The rise of Industry 4.0 demands more from contractors than ever, according to EC&M.
With artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things (IoT), and big data analytics transforming industrial and commercial power systems, electricians must evolve into strategic problem-solvers … not just wire installers.
Predictive maintenance, real-time system monitoring, and digital twins now move to the front of the jobsite.
Forward-thinking electrical contractors who master these tools and integrate tech workflows position themselves for future projects.
For those ready to embrace change and expand their skill set, this shift opens new paths not just in wiring, but in designing and managing next-generation systems.
Source: Electrical Contractor
Seeing Double: The industry's future calls for forward-thinking electrical contractors
Often described as the fourth industrial revolution, Industry 4.0 challenges a singular role for electrical contractors. The internet of things (IoT), artificial intelligence (A.I.) and big data analytics will automate the factory floor better through communication between machines, improved operational systems and worker interaction. Smart manufacturing is expanding the EC’s roles from power installers to creative problem-solvers.



