Twelve semiconductor fab operators are forging a new business model for AI-enabled smart manufacturing based on the sharing and aggregation of data across companies for mutual benefit. Join us for this months CESMII Smart Manufacturing Mindset™ episode to hear from one of those operator-company leaders and a coordinating group from National Science Foundation (NSF)*, UCLA, and CESMII bringing perspectives on federal plans for advanced manufacturing, Smart Manufacturing, and CESMII’s data and modeling support capabilities. Speakers include: ?️ Sthitie Bom, Vice President, Seagate Technology ..read more

In this digital transformation era, the manufacturing landscape is rapidly evolving, offering unprecedented opportunities for growth and innovation. However, many manufacturers are grappling with the challenge of where to begin their journey toward Smart Manufacturing, how to prioritize investments, and how to build a solid foundation for success. Fortunately, CESMII, the Smart Manufacturing Institute, has teamed up with the team at Rensselaer at Work & NxGen Group to develop the SM Roadmap Professional Certification Course – a course that teaches CESMII’s strategic approach to developing ..read more

This week, CESMII hosted our first (Virtual & FREE) Smart Manufacturing Architecture & Technologies Workshop – a deep dive into the fundamentals of interoperability, modern OT/IT-friendly platform architectures, open specifications, and interfaces enabled by information models, data standards/standardization, the importance of a graph database, the global standards landscape for Smart Manufacturing.   With an impressive turnout of over 425 registrants and over 300 attendees during the live event, we were truly overwhelmed by the level of interest, enthusiastic engagement, and the ..read more

How do Industry 4.0 digital and physical technologies enhance lean manufacturing? What are some of the benefits of digital lean - and common pitfalls that practitioners should avoid? How do you even get started on implementing these practices? Join us on January 30th at 1:00PM EST to explore proven strategies and ways to accelerate your Digital Lean journey. ?️ Tim Stuart, President @ Visual Decisions Inc ?️ Anthony Kanoff, Process Excellence Manager @ Phoenix Contact ?️ Conrad Leiva, VP of WF & Ecosystem Development @ CESMII ?️ Mike Yost, Host ..read more

? CESMII Celebration: Holiday Cheer, and Year-End Reflections Live Event! ? As the year comes to a close, it's time to reflect on the milestones, achievements, and shared learnings that have defined 2023. Join some of the CESMII team who will take you on a journey through the accomplishments and breakthroughs of the past year. From innovative projects to collaborative endeavors, we'll share the highlights that have shaped our collective Smart Manufacturing successes in 2023 ..read more

CESMII announced our involvement in the International Manufacturing-X (IM-X) Council a few short weeks ago. Join us for this Smart Manufacturing Mindset podcast to learn more about the IM-X Council, its role in connecting global supply chains, and how CESMII and its ecosystem can help shape a smarter, more interconnected future in manufacturing. Panelists: ?️ John Dyck, CEO at CESMII ?️ Matthias Bölke, Vice President Strategy Industrial Automation at Schneider Electric & Steering Committee Member at Plattform Industrie 4.0 ?️ Mike Tomasco, Vice President Digital Manufacturing, AI, Operati ..read more

Since the 1970’s, organizations have been digging separate distinct trenches for Operations and Information Technology systems (OT and IT) – and those trenches have grown into canyons. One of the most powerful promises of Industry 4.0 technology is that the technology itself is no longer a barrier to these 2 worlds co-existing efficiently. There is a major barrier, though – the people who operate today’s OT & IT infrastructure who are often paralyzed by the fear of the unknown and layers of historical confusion.  Leaders must embrace the concepts that Industry 4.0 and Smart Manufactu ..read more

After 5 episodes of our series, it’s now time to talk about your role in defining your smart manufacturing-enabled future. CESMII’s Acceleration Framework is being rolled out nationally, empowering manufacturers to clearly identify and articulate their business priorities and align short and long-term roadmap projects to build their digital capabilities. In this next LinkedIn Live event, we’ll talk with early adopters of the Acceleration Framework - manufacturers who are taking charge of developing their own understanding of the role, value, and fit of smart manufacturing for their business. W ..read more

Join us as we dig into the age-old principles and practices of Continuous Improvement looking through the lens of modern, Smart Manufacturing thinking. Do Smart Manufacturing and CI belong together? Can they coexist? Or, conversely, can one truly exist without the other? In this next installment of our Smart Manufacturing Mindset podcast series, we’ll unpack the role of Smart Manufacturing practices and technologies in underpinning the core tenants of Lean, 6-Sigma, and Digital Manufacturing. We’ll explore how data-driven strategies are transforming manufacturing by enhancing the essential ro ..read more

Join us as we explore a new way of thinking about AI, looking to harness its full potential and unlock unprecedented opportunities for manufacturers. We’ll explore how to optimize production processes, enhance quality, streamline supply chains, and drive overall operational excellence. Furthermore, we’ll examine the possibilities of human-AI collaboration, emphasizing AI as a collaborative partner to leverage its capabilities to augment human decision-making, enhance productivity, and foster innovation. Whether you are a seasoned manufacturing professional or an AI enthusiast, this event offe ..read more