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Germany, Canada Push Back on U.S. Policies at Opening of Hannover Fair
At 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.
Digital Transformation Sees Explosive Growth
Manufacturers are rapidly boosting digital and smart factory investments, with most expecting continued growth and greater AI adoption. Survey respondents say digital transformation is redefining the industry.
Manufacturing Leadership Council Elects Four New Leaders to Board of Governors
Manufacturing Leadership Council elects four executives from Winnebago, CESMII, Saint-Gobain and Lexmark to its Board of Governors to guide digital manufacturing leadership and member programs.
Rethink 2025 Is Coming Up Fast
Rethink 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.
Sustainable Supply Chain Management: Balancing Today’s Needs with Tomorrow’s Challenges
Sustainable supply chain management balances current operations with future growth through smart location planning, efficient facility design, and resilient business continuity. Packaging, transportation, and risk preparedness also support long-term performance.
The AI Glossary for Manufacturing Leaders: Key Terms You Need to Know
A quick guide to key AI terms reshaping manufacturing, from machine learning and generative AI to edge AI, physical AI, and vision systems.
Scenes from MLC’s AI Conference
More than 190 manufacturing executives gathered in Orlando for MLC’s AI-Centric Factories of the Future conference, where case studies and panels explored AI’s opportunities, challenges, and future in manufacturing.
Welcome New Members of the MLC February 2025
Introducing the latest new members to the Manufacturing Leadership Council
MLC welcomes new members from Kimberly-Clark, Hatco Corporation, and Galloway Company for February 2025.
Dialogue: Finding the Human Edge in Manufacturing AI
Dow’s Tim O’Neal says manufacturers should place talent intentionally and measure the data that drives action, using AI and analytics to improve operations and predict failures.
Survey: M4.0 Appears Poised for A Significant Leap
Manufacturers are boosting AI and smart factory investments as digital transformation gains momentum. Most expect economic growth, and 75% now rate their digital maturity at a mid-level.
