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Smart Factories, AI, Supply Chains and Data: MLC’s 2025 Surveys
MLC’s 2025 surveys show manufacturers advancing digital maturity, AI, and data use, but facing hurdles from legacy systems, data gaps, workforce resistance, and supply chain disruption.
MLJ December 2025 – Research Survey Recap
MLC’s 2025 surveys show manufacturers advancing digital maturity, AI, data and smart factories, while tariffs, legacy systems, skills gaps and weak data governance continue to slow progress.
Welcome New Members of the MLC December 2025
Introducing the latest new members to the Manufacturing Leadership Council
MLC welcomes new members in December 2025, including EY Managing Partner for Digital Operations. Learn more about MLC membership.
2025 in Photos at the MLC
MLC’s 2025 highlights included plant tours at United Scrap Metal and GM, Rethink sessions on digital manufacturing, and a Manufacturing Leadership Awards gala honoring leaders and breakthrough projects.
MLC 2025 Photo Gallery
MLC’s 2025 highlights included plant tours at United Scrap Metal and GM, Rethink sessions on digital manufacturing, and an awards gala honoring Merck’s Besu Alemayehu and standout manufacturing teams.
The Best of the Manufacturing Leadership Journal 2025
A best-of collection from Manufacturing Leadership Journal 2025 highlights key insights on AI, digital twins, supply networks, sustainability and data governance. These articles offer practical strategies for leading manufacturing through rapid transformation.
The Best of Rethink 2025
Rethink 2025 marked 20 years of Manufacturing 4.0 insights, featuring sessions on digital transformation, innovation, and next-generation leadership from industry experts and manufacturers.
The Best of 2025 Decision Compass Calls
MLC’s Decision Compass calls explore key Manufacturing 4.0 topics, from generative AI and workforce engagement to predictive maintenance, cloud supply chains, and carbon reuse. Archived sessions are available to members in the content library.
Exploring Digital and Physical Convergence at Eclipse Automation
MLC members toured Eclipse Automation’s iPort to see digital twins, AR/VR demos, and shop-floor innovation in action. The event highlighted how digital transformation and automation are accelerating factory design and production.
Digital Manufacturing in Action at GM’s Cadillac Plant in Tennessee
GM’s Cadillac plant in Tennessee uses robotics, AI and automation to improve safety, quality and efficiency, including battery inspections and a robot installing seats on a moving line.
