Manufacturers turn to smart technology amid rising costs

U.S. manufacturing faces challenges—trade policy uncertainty, rising input costs, and thin margins. With raw material prices expected to outpace sales growth and 76% of manufacturers citing trade uncertainties as their top challenge, transformation is crucial.

Smart manufacturing offers a strategic response, with IoT sensors, AI-driven analytics, and cloud computing delivering impact. Leading manufacturers report up to 20% improvements in production and productivity. Key areas include:

· IoT for real-time monitoring and predictive maintenance
· Cloud-based ERP with AI for decision-making
· Edge computing for immediate data analysis

Explore the research to see how smart manufacturing creates advantage.