Mid-market manufacturers see AI value, but face key challenges

The Avanade Analyst Report examines AI's impact on mid-market manufacturers, leading AI adoption despite challenges with data, technology, and personnel. Based on a survey of 4,100 decision-makers across 10 countries, including 500 manufacturing leaders, key insights reveal:

• Optimism about AI's potential to boost revenues, cut costs, and improve customer satisfaction through better real-time decisions.

• Challenges in unifying data, establishing governance, and preparing people and technology for AI.

• To advance AI, manufacturers should focus on high-impact use cases, use standards like ISA-95, and adopt a human-centric approach.

Read the full report for more on AI in mid-market manufacturing.