Driving Manufacturing Innovation with a Resilient, Secure Network Backbone

Manufacturing continually evolves, as Industry 4.0, smart factories, and digital supply chains redefine how products are made and delivered. But legacy infrastructure, fragmented systems, escalating cyber threats, and the demand for real-time automation still hold many organizations back. The pressure to reduce downtime and boost efficiency has never been greater.

The Extreme Advantage

Extreme Networks helps manufacturers overcome these hurdles by delivering:

• Operational Efficiency: Streamlined network operations, reduced manual tasks, and faster troubleshooting.
• Security and Resilience: Zero trust network access, automated policy enforcement, and built-in wireless intrusion prevention.
• Scalability and Flexibility: Unified architecture across campus, data center, and branch, with seamless cloud and on-prem management.
• Real-Time Visibility and Control: AI-powered analytics and centralized management for devices, users, and applications.

Real stories, real impact

Across the industry, manufacturers of all sizes have leveraged Extreme solutions to modernize legacy systems, automate network management, and secure their operations against evolving threats. Whether enabling real-time analytics for precision production, supporting seamless device connectivity in high-density environments, or reducing IT workload through centralized management, Extreme has helped global manufacturers achieve measurable improvements in uptime, efficiency, and agility, empowering them to focus on innovation and growth.

Enhanced warehouse operations

The Kraft Group, a holding company with several subsidiaries operating in various sectors including manufacturing, needed to monitor forklifts, manage virtual warehousing, and coordinate truck logistics across multiple facilities. This was a complex task that demanded real-time visibility. Extreme Networks was able to provide solutions that enabled reliable connectivity and real-time network visibility, and the result was measurable improvement in operational efficiency and network health across all their locations. The Kraft Group gained the ability to make faster, data-driven decisions, reducing bottlenecks and downtime.

Automating network operations and security

SKODA, one of the oldest carmakers in the world, faced legacy network complexity, stringent security mandates, and recurring downtime that threatened manufacturing continuity. By adopting Extreme Fabric, SKODA reimagined their network architecture. The network upgrade brought improved security and significantly reduced downtime for manufacturing services. SKODA’s IT team reported smoother operations and a more resilient infrastructure, supporting their growth and compliance needs.

Simplifying IT operations

AS Colour, an international clothing manufacturer, operates high-density warehouse environments where seamless device connectivity is critical. Extreme Networks delivered secure, high-capacity Wi-Fi and centralized network visibility across their global distribution centers. IT operations were simplified, with less time spent on manual tasks and more time available for strategic initiatives. AS Colour’s team could focus on innovation rather than troubleshooting, driving business value.

Unifying network management

ArcelorMittal, the world’s leading steel and mining company with a global presence in 60 countries, struggled with a multi-vendor legacy infrastructure and a lack of network visibility. Extreme Networks enabled them to simplify management and enhance visibility across their network. This helped them to achieve unified guest access, dynamic access rule enforcement, and a reduced manual workload for IT. This translated into more agile operations and improved user experiences for employees.

Why Extreme in manufacturing

Extreme Networks stands out in manufacturing because of their proven ability to deliver reliable performance in even the most demanding environments. By combining end-to-end automation, robust security, and deep network visibility, Extreme empowers manufacturers to streamline operations, protect critical assets, and adapt quickly to changing business needs.

Trusted by leading manufacturers worldwide, Extreme Networks helps organizations unlock new levels of efficiency, resilience, and innovation. That is why in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Enterprise Wireless LAN 2025 Vendor Assessment, IDC recommends Extreme Networks for enterprises “seeking robust scalable networking solutions, particularly in high-density environments,” a testament to the value and impact that Extreme Networks can deliver in manufacturing.