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Managing Data Complexity with Trusted Hybrid AI
June 9, 2026A hybrid approach combining generative and symbolic AI brings control and explainability when interpreting complex, real-world data.
Managing Data Complexity with Trusted Hybrid AI
May 13, 2026A hybrid approach combining generative and symbolic AI brings control and explainability when interpreting complex, real-world data.
Engendering Technology Trust in Physical and Agentic AI
April 19, 2026Manufacturers adopting physical and agentic AI must build trust in reliability, security, and safety by using defined safety envelopes and preserving human accountability. As adoption grows, trust will separate leaders from laggards.
Survey: GenAI Adoption Surges In Manufacturing
April 1, 2026Manufacturers are rapidly adopting generative AI, with 71% already using it and nearly 90% planning to expand use in two years. Most have corporate AI policies, though maturity remains early amid data and skills challenges.
Can AI Agents Catalyze Faster, Smarter Product Design?
March 6, 2026AI agents help manufacturers speed product design by surfacing cross-system insights, reducing rework and automating routine tasks. They enhance human judgment with relevant options and historical context, especially when paired with strong governance and clear KPIs.
Survey: Smart Factories Enter the Execution Era
January 31, 2026Manufacturers say smart factories have moved into an execution era, with AI maturing, digital transformation becoming a competitive advantage, and more than 90% planning to maintain or increase investments in 2026.
How Manufacturers Can Achieve GenAI Success
October 3, 2025Manufacturers can maximize GenAI by centralizing tools, rethinking business models, supporting workers, closing talent gaps, building partnerships and focusing data strategy on AI readiness.
Mastering Manufacturing Data for Real Advantage
September 30, 2025Manufacturers generate vast data, but fragmented systems and weak governance limit its value. A staged approach focused on reliability, ownership, and monitoring turns data into faster, more confident decisions.
Survey: Manufacturers See Data, Lack Strategy
September 30, 2025Manufacturers say data is driving efficiency, cost savings and better decisions, but nearly half lack corporate governance plans and many still struggle to turn data into strategy.
Digital Transformation Project Success Depends on Quality Data
September 30, 2025Digital transformation projects often fail because of poor data quality, not just people, process or technology gaps. As AI becomes central to manufacturing, clean, reliable data is even more critical to success.
Developing a Manufacturing Data Strategy
September 30, 2025A strong manufacturing data strategy improves visibility, resilience, and collaboration through AI, IIoT, analytics, and governance. Success requires both technology and cultural change to turn data into action.
Using AI to Boost Supply Chain Visibility and Resiliency
July 24, 2025AI improves supply chain visibility and resilience with real-time data, predictive insights, and automation. It helps manufacturers anticipate disruptions, respond faster, and reduce downtime across operations.
Welcome New Members of the MLC April 2025
April 1, 2025Introducing the latest new members to the Manufacturing Leadership Council
MLC welcomes new members from leading manufacturers and industrial firms, including Amazon Web Services, Trinity Industries, Koch Industries, Eli Lilly, and Fujifilm Diosynth Biotechnologies.
Smart AI Moves: Build Your Supply Chain Step by Step
April 1, 2025Build a strong AI foundation before scaling supply chain transformation. Focus on clear goals, cost-benefit analysis, and support across people, processes, data, and technology.
Survey: Tariff Tumult Roils Supply Chains
April 1, 2025More than 40% of manufacturers say tariffs are already hurting supply chains, with rising costs the biggest impact. Most are turning to digital tools, analytics and resiliency efforts to boost visibility and reduce disruption.
Resilient Supply Chains and the Digital Thread
April 1, 2025Digital thread principles improve supply chain resilience by enabling real-time, contextual data flow, better metrics, and integrated redesigns across operations. Lean practices and advanced analytics help reduce risk and improve agility.
Germany, Canada Push Back on U.S. Policies at Opening of Hannover Fair
March 31, 2025At Hannover Fair, German and Canadian leaders criticized U.S. tariffs and trade policy while backing free trade and Canada’s sovereignty. Siemens highlighted AI as central to future industrial competitiveness.
Rethink 2025 Is Coming Up Fast
March 11, 2025Rethink 2025, the Manufacturing Leadership Council’s annual digital transformation conference, takes place June 15–18 in Marco Island, Florida, featuring industry leaders, peer sessions and the Manufacturing Leadership Awards Gala.
