AI, Open Systems, and Automation: The Keys to Sustainable, Autonomous Manufacturing
· Artificial Intelligence

AI, Open Systems, and Automation: The Keys to Sustainable, Autonomous Manufacturing

Industrial operations are at a pivotal moment, where sustainability, autonomy, and efficiency are no longer optional but essential. Schneider Electric leads this transformation through software-defined automation, AI-driven solutions, and open systems. Andre Babineau explains how these technologies reshape manufacturing, making operations more flexible, sustainable, and future-proof.Decoupling Software from Hardware: The Shift to Open AutomationA key trend Babineau highlights […]

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The Biggest Risk in Industrial Digitalization Isn’t Cyber—It’s Adoption Speed
· Hybrid Manufacturing

The Biggest Risk in Industrial Digitalization Isn’t Cyber—It’s Adoption Speed

Industrial digitalization is evolving rapidly, but the biggest challenge isn’t cybersecurity—it’s the speed of adoption. Doug Warren, Senior Vice President of AVEVA’s Monitoring & Control Business, explains why the hesitation to embrace new technology is the most significant risk industrial companies face today and how Operations Control is addressing this challenge. Why Adoption Speed Matters […]

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The Leap from Incremental Innovations with Industrial AI
· Artificial Intelligence

The Leap from Incremental Innovations with Industrial AI

In a world that’s changing faster than we can keep up, we’re facing some pretty massive challenges—environmental crises, geopolitical instability, and labor shortages, just to name a few. Incremental changes? Yeah, they’re not going to cut it anymore. As Peter Koerte pointed out at CES 2025, it’s clear: the time for big leaps in innovation […]

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The State of Artificial Intelligence in 2025
· Artificial Intelligence

The State of Artificial Intelligence in 2025

While 2023 marked the world’s formal introduction to AI with the debut of ChatGPT, 2024 was defined by the exploration of its limitless potential and capabilities, as many early adopters dove in headfirst. Now, as we head into 2025, AI aspirations are expected to be slightly tempered, with manufacturers adopting a more practical, strategic approach […]

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Breaking Free from POC Purgatory: Transitioning AI Projects to Production
· Artificial Intelligence

Breaking Free from POC Purgatory: Transitioning AI Projects to Production

Transitioning a promising AI Proof-of-Concept (POC) into a fully operational production environment is a critical, and often challenging, step in realizing the value of AI investments. The panelists of the “AI-Driven Process Optimization: Achieving Faster Turnarounds and Higher Margins” session that took place at IIoT World Sustainability and Artificial Intelligence Day, although primarily focused on […]

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Five reasons why AI projects fail in manufacturing
· Artificial Intelligence

Five reasons why AI projects fail in manufacturing

Implementing AI in manufacturing holds great promise, but the path to success is often littered with obstacles. Despite the hype, many AI projects fail to deliver on their potential.Here are some common reasons why AI projects fail in manufacturing: Data Access and Quality Issues:Accessing the right data is crucial for AI success in manufacturing. This includes not […]

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Data Barriers and AI in Manufacturing: Overcoming the Challenges
· Artificial Intelligence

Data Barriers and AI in Manufacturing: Overcoming the Challenges

One of the most significant hurdles in deploying AI in manufacturing is access to the right data. While AI has the potential to transform industrial operations, its effectiveness is often limited by the availability of high-quality data. The data required to drive AI models, particularly in manufacturing, is vast and complex. It includes everything from […]

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Industrial IoT Startups to meet at Web Summit 2021
· Connected Industry

Industrial IoT Startups to meet at Web Summit 2021

I have always been fascinated by innovation and startups power. I found about the Alpha startups program offered by Web Summit only in 2018. Some of these IoT startups have evolved quite a lot since then. This article lists a few industrial IoT companies present at Web Summit 2021 and two startups that focus on […]

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