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Practical AI Steps to Build Smarter Factories in 2026
March 20, 2026AI is helping factories improve speed, resilience, and profitability by embedding digitization and automation into daily workflows. Successful 2026 pilots start with business outcomes, use ready data, and scale through human-in-the-loop governance.
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.
The Data-Ready Factory Starts With Trust
March 4, 2026Manufacturers that master data governance and interoperability gain better agility, forecast accuracy, and capital allocation. Shared definitions and ownership are essential before AI can deliver reliable results.
Dialogue: Leading Manufacturing Through AI Change
March 1, 2026Rockwell’s Blake Moret says manufacturing must urgently adopt AI and smart manufacturing, with supportive policy and a learning culture, to stay competitive amid tariffs and supply chain risks.
Future-Proofing Business Amid Workforce Change
February 24, 2026As experienced workers exit the industry, manufacturers must embed product and commercial expertise into scalable, digital processes.
Third-Party Risk Management for Global Supply Chains
February 24, 2026Manufacturing leaders can improve real-time supply chain visibility by using advanced technologies, real-time data monitoring, and cross-functional governance.
Resilient IT/OT Architectures: Protecting Against Cyber and Operations Risk
February 12, 2026Manufacturers can follow strategic steps to build resilience across IT and OT environments while advancing their business objectives.
Welcome New Members of the MLC February 2026
February 2, 2026Introducing the latest new members to the Manufacturing Leadership Council
MLC welcomes new members from leading manufacturing and technology companies, including Seagate, RYAM, Marvin, G.W. Lisk, GrayMatter Systems, MaintainX, Andersen Windows & Doors, and Infor.
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.
Future of Manufacturing Project: The Digital Leader’s Playbook
December 17, 2025Manufacturing leaders must build digital expertise, agility, and cross-functional leadership to navigate AI, data-driven operations, and increasingly interdependent global networks.
