Stuck in Neutral with Smart Technology? How Manufacturers Can Get in Gear and Capitalize on the Benefits

If your smart manufacturing technology strategy is stuck in neutral, you’re not alone. While 90% of manufacturers are investing in smart technologies like AI, IoT, and automation, 70% never move beyond the pilot phase.

The result? Missed opportunities, stalled progress, and unrealized ROI.

In Wes Turner’s recent article, “Stuck in Neutral with Smart Technology? How Manufacturers Can Get in Gear and Capitalize on the Benefits” he shares his expertise about how to shift your digital transformation into high gear and start seeing real results.

Smart manufacturing technology is more than a buzzword—it’s a business imperative. Manufacturers can overcome common roadblocks and fully capitalize on the benefits of digital transformation such as:

• Reduce machine downtime by up to 50%
• Increase throughput by up to 30%
• Improve labor productivity by up to 30%
• Forecast demand and capacity with 85% accuracy

What You’ll Learn From The Article:

• How to move beyond pilot purgatory: Understand why so many projects stall—and how to avoid the same fate.
• The power of visual simulation (VS): See how digital twins and scenario modeling can de-risk major decisions like plant relocations and process changes.
• Real-world use cases: From predictive maintenance to workforce training, discover how smart manufacturing technology is driving measurable gains across operations.
• Why now is the time to act: Delaying your digital journey could leave you playing catch-up in a fast-moving market.

Smart technologies are evolving fast—and so should you. This article is your roadmap to getting unstuck and moving forward with confidence.

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