At Hannover Messe 2025, I sat down with Mathias Oppelt, Vice President and Head of Customer-Driven Innovation at Siemens Digital Industries, to explore what manufacturers really want from digital transformation—and what’s still holding many of them back. The conversation moved well beyond buzzwords like AI and digital twins, touching on deep structural shifts, mindset changes, and the […]
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As climate change accelerates the frequency and intensity of natural disasters, cities around the world are facing mounting pressure to strengthen their resilience infrastructure. According to the UN Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR), the world now experiences an average of 130 natural disasters per week—a staggering 18-fold increase from the year 2000.In response to this […]
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At Hannover Messe 2025, InfluxData CEO Evan Kaplan and HighByte CPO John Harrington discuss how manufacturers are shifting from data collection to data intelligence and what’s required to support that transformation. Below are the most important insights that emerged from the conversation: The Purpose of Data Is Shifting—from Monitoring to Control Historically, manufacturers used data […]
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At Hannover Messe 2025, the evolving role of predictive maintenance takes the spotlight as industrial leaders explore how AI can drive smarter, more sustainable manufacturing. Sunil Vedula, Founder and CEO of Nanoprecise Sci Corp, shares a forward-looking perspective on how maintenance is becoming more than just an unplanned downtime-avoidance tool—it’s turning into a strategic growth enabler.Predictive Maintenance […]
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Discover the top Industrial IoT & ICS Cybersecurity events happening in May 2025! From the ARC European Leadership Industry Forum to IIoT World Manufacturing Day and the National Manufacturing & Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition, explore transformative events that cover AI, cybersecurity, digital transformation, manufacturing, and automation. Whether you’re a supply chain leader, manufacturer, or […]
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In the ongoing effort to bridge the gap between operational technology (OT) and IT, HighByte’s latest announcement marks a significant milestone for manufacturers on their digital transformation journey.Today, March 31, 2025, HighByte announced native support for Amazon S3 Tables through the HighByte Intelligence Hub. Manufacturers can now move industrial data from the edge to the cloud more easily, […]
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OEE (overall equipment effectiveness) is a productivity and performance metric that helps find new inefficiencies and unlock the full potential of manufacturing. OEE helps manufacturers understand how well a machine, a manufacturing process, or a line is running, as well as its yield and efficiency. By improving OEE scores, organizations can optimize productivity, improve efficiency […]
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At HANNOVER MESSE 2025, Schneider Electric isn’t just showcasing products — it’s introducing a new mindset for how industries operate, adapt, and evolve. With a spotlight on open software-defined automation and industrial AI, Schneider Electric’s presence at Hall 11, Stand C52, reflects a bold rethinking of industrial control in an increasingly connected and complex world.As manufacturers face rising pressure to digitize, […]
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As artificial intelligence continues to advance, a new approach called agentic AI is taking shape. This shift enables AI models to operate autonomously to achieve specific goals without constant human oversight. Importantly, agentic AI is likely to automate a wide range of simple tasks, significantly improving efficiency and automation possibilities. By moving beyond traditional models, we […]
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As manufacturers navigate increasingly complex global operations, one thing is clear: digital transformation can no longer be achieved through disconnected plant-level systems. A new white paper from Critical Manufacturing, “Multisite MES: Essential for Enterprise Digital Transformation,” outlines why a unified, enterprise-wide MES is fast becoming the foundation for future-ready manufacturing.Traditionally, MES implementations have been handled at the […]
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Recently, customers and partners have been telling us time and again: “I am worried about my expert knowledge being stolen.”, or “My customers expect us to keep their IP safe when we deploy AI agents into operational processes at the edge.”For us at aicas, this concern is a very personal one. Like other technology firms, […]
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In today’s rapidly evolving industrial landscape, staying competitive means being smart with your operations — and smarter with your investments. Leading organizations are turning to the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to optimize processes, cut costs, and boost ROI.This new digital booklet, “How IIoT and AI Are Driving Smarter Operational Investments,” explores how companies across manufacturing, logistics, […]
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