Introduction
In the rapidly evolving world of 3D printing, HP is optimizing its supply chain by leveraging Delta Sharing and other Databricks features. This approach allows HP to provide a secure and scalable solution for real-time equipment telemetry data sharing, empowering customers to monitor equipment performance, optimize operations, and reduce downtime.
Capturing Telemetry Data
HP captures telemetry data from a variety of sensors embedded in their equipment. This data, which forms the “DNA” of each printer, allows for proactive business and maintenance actions. By capturing and analyzing this data, HP and its customers gain valuable insights into the entire print job lifecycle.
Architecture and Data Sharing
The solution is built on Databricks’ medallion architecture, designed to enable scalable data ingestion, transformation, and sharing. The architecture includes four main stages: data capture, data transformation, data sharing, and data consumption. Recipients can directly connect to shared data using Delta Sharing connectors that support various systems like pandas, Tableau, Power BI, and Apache Spark.
Secure Data Sharing with Delta Sharing
Delta Sharing is a key component of HP’s solution, providing a secure and scalable way to share data. When a customer is registered, they receive an HP endpoint, which they can use to access datasets using any Delta Sharing connectors or APIs. This ensures that data sharing is both secure and efficient, enabling customers to make informed decisions based on real-time data.
Predictive Maintenance with Mosaic AI
HP’s solution also leverages Mosaic AI for predictive maintenance. By analyzing telemetry data, Mosaic AI can predict potential issues before they occur, allowing for timely maintenance and reducing the risk of unexpected downtime. This proactive approach helps customers optimize their operations and improve overall efficiency.
Enhancing Data Security
To ensure data security, HP uses Unity Catalog and ApiGee. Unity Catalog provides a unified data catalog that simplifies data management and governance, while ApiGee offers secure API management. Together, these tools enhance data security and ensure that customers can access and share data with confidence.
Real-Time Monitoring with AI/BI Dashboards
HP’s solution includes AI/BI dashboards that allow customers to monitor and analyze their equipment performance in real-time. These dashboards provide comprehensive insights into machine performance, material usage, and maintenance needs, enabling customers to make data-driven decisions and optimize their operations.
Conclusion
HP’s innovative approach to optimizing the 3D printing supply chain using Delta Sharing showcases the power of data-driven solutions in transforming business outcomes. By providing real-time data insights, predictive maintenance capabilities, and enhanced data security, HP empowers customers to reduce downtime and improve overall efficiency.