PAS 1040:2019

This PAS provides a standardized methodology for assessing the readiness of a business to adopt digital technologies in manufacturing, and for assessing progress along its digital journey.

Digital readiness, the maturity of a business or part of a business in optimizing its use of digital technologies, can be measured on a scale of 1 to 9. This PAS gives guidance for identifying and understanding the range of potential business factors to be taken into consideration in planning and implementing the digital journey.

This PAS considers a broad range of business factors relevant to assessing the readiness of a business to benefit from digital technologies. These factors include leadership, processes and driving value for the business and its partners, all of which are underpinned by the capabilities of the workforce.

This PAS does not cover:

• how to implement new digital technologies;

• any tool elements;

• recommendations of any specific tools;

• how best to implement digital technologies;

• identifying the business opportunities associated with digital manufacturing; or

• defining the business case for digital manufacturing.

This PAS is intended to be used by UK manufacturers of all sizes including suppliers, makers, and customers of manufactured goods and services. This PAS is not intended to be used directly by end consumers. Additionally, the guidance could be used by other businesses who are looking to increase their business efficiencies and competitiveness.