We invite manufacturing leaders to a focused discussion on a critical progression of Operational Excellence: Continuous Improvement –> Data –> Artificial Intelligence. In this session, we will not just present ideas but ask you to evaluate your own journey. What internal challenges are you facing as you try to bridge the gap between traditional CI and modern AI? What “Hidden Factories” are slowing you down? Hidden Factories, in this case, might be Excel spreadsheets as work arounds to a broken or underutilized ERP system and disconnected from Daily Management reporting, manual data entry for third-party data collection devices that don’t interface with your CMMS (computerized maintenance management system), or a quality management system that utilizes manual inspections and reporting.
We will explore three interconnected topics, asking leaders to share their realities and foreseeable headwinds. The session will conclude with a collective report-out, synthesizing our shared learnings.
Join us for an engaging roundtable discussion where leaders come together to share insights, challenges, and best practices. This interactive session creates a space for open dialogue, collaborative problem-solving, and peer-to-peer learning.
Key Takeaways:
- Practical strategies shared by peers facing similar challenges
- New perspectives to spark ideas and improvements
- Actionable steps you can implement immediately
- Expanded network of industry connections
Agenda:
- 8:30 AM – Registration & Networking
- 9:00 AM – Opening Remarks
- 9:15 AM – Roundtable Discussion
- 10:15 AM – Key Takeaways & Closing
*This series is for Kane county manufacturers only
This is the second session in a four-part series—be sure to register for the remaining roundtables.
- February 19: Workforce, Automation, and Operational Excellence
- March 19: The Path from Continuous Improvement to Data and AI
- April 16: Tools for Talent Pipeline Collaboration
- May 14: Leading Change That Sticks
This event is part of the Extended Kane County Manufacturing Grant Program, delivered by IMEC in partnership with the Kane County Economic Development Corporation (KCEDC) to support manufacturers across Kane County.
