Awareness of the importance of Industry 4.0 for business competitiveness is growing, especially among large organizations. However, many small and medium-sized manufacturers postpone investments in technology due to economic instability. Low-cost initiatives and gradual modernization are viable alternatives, showing quick results. Research by Totvs indicates that Brazilian manufacturers have achieved an average score of 0.52 on a scale of zero to one in the context of Industry 4.0. The lack of adequate funding is a challenge, and Finep InovaCred 4.0 aims to meet part of this demand with R$200 million for strategic digitalization.

The Certi Foundation in Florianópolis highlights the need to eliminate waste before investing in automation. Pollux, in Joinville, SC, is innovating by renting robots for repetitive and unhealthy activities. Ternium in Rio de Janeiro and Votorantim Cimentos are examples of Brazilian industries that have implemented 4.0 technologies, such as robots and artificial intelligence, to improve processes and efficiency.

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