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How AI and Machine Learning are Changing the Game for Small Business Cybersecurity Programs

10/7/2024 - BY: JEFF WILLIAMS
Maintaining a robust cyber environment is a constant challenge. It requires significant time and effort to assess current risks, maintain a security program, and monitor its effectiveness. This task is particularly daunting for small to medium-sized businesses with limited resources.


Why AI? Application & Benefits of Artificial Intelligence in Quality

9/9/2024 - BY: STEVE VAMPLEW
Why use Artificial Intelligence in quality assurance? Why not? AI has been around since the 1950’s, but only recently has it been applied to quality functions.


Benefits of AR/VR For Employee Development Training & Development

8/26/2024 - BY: JERED TYACK
Training is an important part of efficient recruitment and employee retention, as it helps people quickly onboard, understand their roles, perform tasks effectively, and identify paths to advancement. Manufacturers must invest in high-quality training to help maintain a skilled and motivated workforce. 


Connecting the Factory to the Field: A Big Data and Six Sigma Case Study

8/12/2024 - BY: ANTHONY WELSH
It's no surprise that advancements in Industry 4.0 have opened new opportunities for Six Sigma practitioners. As data sources get larger, competition grows, and customer expectations become more demanding, we require new tools to tackle the challenge. Machine learning and predictive analytics are an interesting and effective avenue that many have been reluctant to pursue–me included!


Can Artificial Intelligence Help Lead People?

7/22/2024 - BY: JOHN SPILLSON
With all the buzz lately around Artificial Intelligence (AI) and how it will improve efficiencies, streamline operations, and generally make our lives easier, one question is obvious: will companies ever use it to lead the most complex piece of equipment in their operations—the human being?


Be Clear About What You Plan to Solve With Automation

7/8/2024 - BY: ROBERT SCIPIONE
Small and medium-sized manufacturers know they need to invest in automation, so they buy their first collaborative robot after seeing a demonstration of its capabilities. They assume there is a place for the cobot somewhere in their operation. But if they haven’t considered all the related impacts on their people and processes, their chances of a successful automation implementation are diminished.


Streamlining Manufacturing Jobs and Operations with Automation

5/22/2024 Automation has many benefits for small and midsize manufacturers, and in today’s competitive job market, augmenting your workforce is a big perk. Automation, in general, enables machines to perform functions with minimal to no human intervention. Whether you use cloud-based software to analyze data or employ robotics equipment to make work easier and safer for existing staff, automated tools can boost productivity and morale across your organization.


Revolutionizing Efficiency: The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Supply Chain Management

3/25/2024 In the ever-evolving landscape of business, efficiency is the key to success, and one area where this is particularly crucial is supply chain management. Industries are becoming more complex and globalized, and traditional supply chain management methods aren’t cutting it. Enter Artificial Intelligence (AI), a game-changing technology that is transforming the way businesses manage their supply chains.


Does Additive Equal Innovation for Your Company?

2/26/2024 Today, companies are envisioning—and producing—designs that wouldn’t be possible with traditional, subtractive manufacturing methods. The question today is no longer “Can I transition production of Widget X to additive manufacturing?” but instead “How does additive’s potential change how I design Widget X?”


The Future of Manufacturing in Michigan

1/29/2024 As we face the impact of technology, increased global competition, and an ongoing labor shortage, our ingenuity and resilience will be crucial to creating an even brighter future. So what should be our priorities to keep Michigan manufacturers leading the charge?


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