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A successful AI transformation for a manufacturer consists of the implementation of AI at a scale that has a significant and continuous positive impact on the business. Given the haphazard way that manufacturers typically approach AI transformation today, this is rarely achieved. The manufacturers that have been the...

In the manufacturing industry, there is a general lack of AI computer vision knowledge and experience. Most people in the industry have learned about AI through the news media or some type of online course. It is one thing to study AI and it is another to apply AI...

At the core of every manufacturing firm there are two key goals: optimize efficiency and maximize stakeholders’ value. To maximize output and ultimately profit, manufacturers aim to boost their operational efficiency. To minimize manufacturing costs, it is essential...

Given the hype of AI in the news media and the explosion in popularity of ChatGpt in recent years, legacy businesses such as manufacturers are now very interested in AI technology According to MIT Technology Review Insights, 64% of surveyed manufacturers are either...

The Right to Repair Act has been a hot topic in recent years, with growing momentum across the United States. The movement aims to give consumers the right to repair their electronic devices themselves or through local repair shops, rather than being...

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way many industries operate, and manufacturing is no exception. While the majority of manufacturing employees were unable to work remotely during...

Defect detection is one of the most common use cases of computer vision in manufacturing. Modern Visual AI technologies rely on powerful cloud-based servers that allow them to rapidly ingest visual information for...

After two years of high interest rates and a challenging macroeconomic climate, the manufacturing industry has started to feel the pain of decreased demand for products such as cars and homes due to the high cost of...

The US manufacturing sector is showing promising signs of growth in 2024, and a recent survey done by Manufacturing Dive and Sikich of 150 manufacturing executives reveals a forward-thinking industry embracing digital transformation...

In 1908 the Ford Model T was introduced to the world. The vehicle was one of the first mass production vehicles, allowing Ford to achieve his aim of manufacturing the universal car however from 1914 - 1925 it...

Time and motion studies have been common practice in manufacturing since the 1950s. They are used for measuring labor productivity in manufacturing with data gathered to improve production operations...

Data is central to improving manufacturing processes. This is because in order to improve a process, manufacturing managers first need to understand the current state of the process in quantitative terms e.g. processing time...

Pilot purgatory is a common problem that organizations face when implementing new technologies such as computer vision in their operations. Manufacturing is no different and in many cases, projects...

Kanban systems are an important inventory control mechanism in manufacturing. Kanban is a Japanese word that directly translates to “visual card” , so a kanban system simply means to use visual cues to prompt the action needed...

Artificial intelligence is becoming increasingly vital in everyday life, impacting decision-making, education, and transportation, including driving cars. It's gradually replacing many conventional methods across various sectors...

Defects are a common occurrence in manufacturing and can be minimized but not completely avoided. However, it is imperative for manufacturers to catch these defects as early as possible in the manufacturing process to prevent catastrophic...

Andon systems are one of the key components for manufacturers to conduct root cause analyses. They are used by the most advanced manufacturers in the world to identify issues on the production floor and stop the production line to...

Automation in manufacturing refers to using technology and machines to perform specific tasks without the need for humans to intervene. The goal of automation is to increase efficiency, productivity, and accuracy in the production...

Propelled by advancements in technology, a growing aging population, and increased awareness about mobility assistance, the power wheelchair industry has witnessed remarkable growth in recent years. This market is globally...