Business Operations
Sustainability Is a Top Manufacturer Priority, Survey Shows
Manufacturers are making sustainability a top priority, with more executives pursuing companywide strategies, energy efficiency, renewables and net-zero goals. Survey respondents say sustainability is key to competitiveness and corporate responsibility.
Manufacturing in 2030 Megatrend: Ride the Power Curve
Manufacturing’s 2030 digital future will depend on advances in electronics, computing, communications, software and cyber infrastructure, enabling more powerful automation, AI and connected operations.
Manufacturers Keep Pace with Technology Deployment
Manufacturers are accelerating adoption of disruptive technologies, with 89% expecting faster uptake in the next two years. AI, digital twins and AR/VR lead investment plans, while blockchain and quantum computing draw little interest.
A Winning Formula at AB InBev
AB InBev won Manufacturing Leadership Awards for AI, digital connectivity and operational excellence, then earned Large Enterprise Manufacturer of the Year by using smart algorithms to boost utilities performance and reliability.
What’s the Next Phase of Digital Evolution?
Manufacturing’s 2030 outlook highlights data, demographics, sustainability and workforce challenges as key forces shaping competitiveness. The white paper says analytics, automation and digital tools can help manufacturers adapt and grow.
Lincoln Electric Tour Showcases Innovation
MLC’s Lincoln Electric plant tour highlighted cutting-edge welding, 3D printing and automation technologies, plus workforce strategies to boost productivity and retention. Attendees left inspired to rethink their own operations.
Manufacturers Are Getting Tough on Cybersecurity
Manufacturers are taking cybersecurity more seriously, with 62% now having formal plans and 58% using the NIST framework. But 79% expect more attacks next year as digital transformation raises the stakes.
A Summer Reading List for Innovative Manufacturers
Summer reading list highlights digital manufacturing trends, including workforce optimization, automation, cybersecurity, supply chain resilience, AI, 5G and sustainability. These articles offer practical insights to help manufacturers stay competitive.
What Manufacturing Leaders Learned at Rethink 2022
Manufacturing leaders at the first in-person Rethink Summit since 2019 shared strategies for digital transformation, supply chain resilience and workforce development. The event also honored top M4.0 innovators, including Pfizer CEO Dr. Albert Bourla.
Manufacturing Leadership Council Recognizes Pfizer CEO
Manufacturing Leadership Council named Pfizer CEO Dr. Albert Bourla its 2022 Manufacturing Leader of the Year for Pfizer’s COVID-19 contributions, alongside awards recognizing digital manufacturing excellence across the industry.
