The Stanford Emerging Technology Review (SETR) 2026, published by the Hoover Institution and Stanford School of Engineering, maps ten frontier technologies moving from research into real-world deployment. Five of them are hitting manufacturing operations directly: autonomous AI agents that promise to run multi-step production workflows but keep failing in practice, robotics platforms that still lack […]
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Manufacturing is entering a new era of precision and efficiency with the rise of AI-powered industrial agents. These specialized tools are revolutionizing how manufacturers approach problem-solving, decision-making, and operational improvements. By narrowing the scope of AI to specific tasks, industrial agents are unlocking new levels of productivity and reliability across the factory floor.What Are Industrial […]
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IIoT World’s latest booklet, “Enhancing Manufacturing Processes Through AI and Low-Code Integration,” is a must-read resource for manufacturers looking to leverage cutting-edge technologies to drive efficiency, innovation, and productivity. This guide delves into the synergy between AI and low-code platforms, offering actionable insights to help manufacturers streamline processes, reduce downtime, and stay ahead in an increasingly competitive […]
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IIoT World documented the five most common reasons AI projects fail in manufacturing, based on practitioner discussions at the AI-Driven Process Optimization session. Data quality, limited generalizability, neglecting human-centric tasks, unclear ROI targets, and internal buying friction each derail projects that succeed technically but never reach production.Here are some common reasons why AI projects fail […]
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In today’s manufacturing landscape, downtime significantly threatens both productivity and profitability. According to the latest State of Industrial DevOps Report, each hour of downtime costs U.S. manufacturers an astounding $4.2 million, with an average shutdown costing $126 million. With half of all downtime traced to coding and operational technology (OT) issues, these findings reveal the high […]
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The manufacturing industry is facing significant challenges and opportunities, driven by technological advancements, shifting supply chain dynamics, and evolving workforce needs. A recent survey highlighted the current state of the industry, showing that 88% of respondents have already implemented artificial intelligence (AI) in manufacturing and supply chain operations. Additionally, 54% stated that improving manufacturing and […]
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At the Impact 2024 event, hosted by Cognite, Josh Dotson, Industry 4.0 Leader, Koch Ag & Energy Solutions (KAES), shared insights into the company’s early steps in its digital transformation journey. Dotson, who has a background in operations, project engineering, and reliability engineering, discussed the strategy behind KAES’s approach to digitalization and the crucial role […]
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At Impact 2024, Ahmed Musa, Digital Manufacturing Lead at NOVA Chemicals, shared insights into the company’s digital transformation, revealing key lessons for manufacturers aiming to modernize their operations. The focus of the discussion highlighted several actionable strategies that can accelerate digitalization, maximize efficiency, and improve reliability—essential takeaways for any manufacturing organization.1. Addressing Legacy Systems and […]
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At Operations Calling 2024, Ravi Subramanyan, Director of Industry Solutions Manufacturing at HiveMQ, highlights the transformative role of the unified namespace (UNS) in enabling real-time data management for manufacturers. Ravi explains that many industrial environments still struggle with fragmented data, as information sits siloed across machines, applications, and databases. HiveMQ, with its enterprise-grade MQTT broker, is designed to solve this issue, […]
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The manufacturing industry is abuzz with talk of digital transformation, but many companies are struggling to make it work. Some are just starting out, while others have attempted transformations that haven’t quite delivered the desired results. The key to success lies in understanding where you are in your journey and taking a strategic approach to […]
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The manufacturing landscape constantly evolves, driven by technological advancements and the pressing need for operational efficiency. At the recent Operations Calling event, industry leaders gathered to explore the importance of innovation, collaboration, and experiential learning in manufacturing. This interview highlights how organizations can leverage partnerships and technology to enhance operations and achieve sustainable growth.The Role […]
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This article explores the key takeaways from an interview with Pugal Janakiraman, Global Manufacturing CTO at Snowflake, about the company’s partnership with Tulip and the importance of an open ecosystem in the manufacturing industry.Integrated Solutions to Drive Innovation and ValuePugal highlights the significance of Snowflake’s partnership with Tulip, a company specializing in composable MES (Manufacturing […]
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