Smart factories will lead to changes in manufacturing and logistics processes. Initially, creating a perfectly functioning material flow systems is possible. Secondly, all processes between supplier and customer may be re-organized in terms of productivity. In addition to that, smart factories will offer an improved working environment in terms of safety. Manufacturing systems can become smart depending on the technologic advancements. Intelligent machines that can take optimal decisions automatically are the key elements of the smart factory. And also, some key technological advancements such as robotics technologies, automation systems, identification systems and communication systems which provide interaction between machines and humans can provide an opportunity to create a more intelligent production system.Automation, robotics systems and autonomous behaviour of machines are the most important elements of the smart production systems.