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CASE STUDY: How Can AI and New Technologies Optimize Manufacturing Processes?

In the rapidly evolving landscape of manufacturing, the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and cutting-edge technologies is transforming traditional processes. This presentation explores how AI, along with other innovative technologies, can be leveraged to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve product quality. By examining real-world examples and current research, we will uncover the potential benefitsRead more

REFRESHMENT BREAK AND NETWORKING

In each break, speakers who have just been on the stage, will gather in a designated area to give attendees the chance to have a closer look at issues that were raised during the presentation – with a coffee and a snack!Read more

Bits, Bites and Bubbles

What better way to end the first day of the event than with your peers at a relaxed dinner? Take the opportunity to exchange your impressions of the day and reflect on the topics discussed during the day. Get to know your peers better and unwind with some drinks and delicious food at a specialRead more

CASE STUDY: Efficient machine maintenance through AI – optimising the provision of information for maintenance technicians

A shortage of skilled labour, increasing complexity and difficult access to distributed information are making life difficult for maintenance teams. Artificial intelligence (AI) techniques are now much more accessible and promise new possibilities: Information can be researched and captured more quickly. Work processes can be standardised and stabilised. Knowledge can be systematically recorded and sharedRead more

SOLUTION STUDY: How Can We Secure Production Output in a (Dis)connected World?

As industrial environments grow more complex and connected, securing production output becomes increasingly challenging. Cyber threats, system failures, and communication breakdowns can disrupt both online and offline operations. This session explores how to identify risks, protect production processes, and strengthen resilience across the entire shop floor—no matter the level of connectivity. How can you detectRead more

(2) CHALLENGE YOUR PEERS: How can smart solutions increase production efficiency and productivity on the store floor while engaging and empowering employees?

What role do innovative applications play in increasing efficiency and productivity on the shopfloor and how can they be scaled to be used across industries? How can noise analysis help identify mold blockages and what other predictive maintenance techniques could be applied in production? To what extent does the connected worker philosophy support workforce inclusionRead more

(3) AI Café: How can we turn the hype around AI into calculable success in the production environment?

In which leadership and Shopfloor-processes can the greatest potential from AI use be expected? Which approaches and technologies in the AI environment have the greatest potential to lead to scalable and calculable success in the manufacturing environment? Which key figures can be used to illustrate the connection between AI technologies and success in leadership andRead more

(2) Gen AI Café: How can the integration of Generative AI and digitalization of the shop floor revolutionize manufacturing processes and drive future advancements?

What are the most promising applications of Generative AI in manufacturing, and how can they be effectively implemented on the shop floor? How can digitalization of the shop floor enhance real-time decision-making and operational efficiency? What are the key challenges and barriers to integrating Generative AI with existing manufacturing systems, and how can they beRead more

We.CONECT World Cafés – Round 1-3

The participants use the phenomenon of collective intelligence and discuss constructively in moderated and thematically focused groups in a café-like atmosphere.Read more

CASE STUDY: Empowering Production – Smart Solutions Driving Efficiency and Productivity on the Shop Floor

Join us for a captivating exploration into the realm of production empowerment, where smart solutions reign supreme in driving efficiency and productivity on the shop floor. This presentation will feature a showcase of innovative applications and solutions implemented directly on the shop floor, highlighting their transformative impact on operational performance. We’ll delve into an intriguingRead more