On September 24, 2024, the AI in Manufacturing Pre-Event Workshop, hosted by Jeff Winter, Smart Manufacturing Advisor at CESMII, was an outstanding success. Limited to the first 50 registered manufacturers, this exclusive event provided a unique opportunity for participants to learn from peers, speed up processes, and drive innovation using AI.
Workshop Highlights:
1. Actionable Insights:
Participants walked away with practical strategies to enhance their AI initiatives, gaining valuable knowledge to implement in their own organizations.
2. Collaborative Learning:
The workshop emphasized the collective knowledge and experiences of peers, fostering an environment of shared learning and growth.
3. Networking Opportunities:
Attendees connected with industry professionals, establishing valuable connections that could lead to future collaborations.
Unique Homework Component:
Before the workshop, participants received a set of homework questions designed to take 10-20 minutes. The true value of this exercise was revealed during the workshop as participants heard the answers from their industry peers.
Workshop Agenda:
12:45 PM – Registration:
Participants arrived and registered for the event, eagerly anticipating the informative sessions ahead.
1:00 PM – State of AI in Manufacturing Presentation:
The workshop kicked off with an insightful presentation on the state of AI in manufacturing, providing a comprehensive overview of current trends, challenges, and opportunities in the industry.
1:30 PM – Interactive Discussion:
An engaging facilitated discussion followed, where aggregate answers to the homework questions were shared. This interactive session allowed participants to ask questions, share insights, and learn from each other’s experiences.
2:30 PM – Coffee & Networking Break:
Attendees enjoyed a break with coffee and snacks, providing an excellent opportunity to network and connect with fellow industry professionals.
3:00 PM – Peer-Led Presentations Sharing Best Practices:
Between 4-7 leading companies presented their best practices developed when evaluating, applying, or scaling AI. Participants gained valuable insights and actionable strategies to implement in their own organizations.
4:30 PM – Closing Remarks & End of Workshop:
The workshop concluded with closing remarks, summarizing the key takeaways and expressing appreciation to all participants for their engagement.
Post Workshop:
All participants received a copy of the workshop homework data, aggregated and anonymized, along with an attendee list (without contact information). Introductions were made for those interested in networking or willing to help others.
Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to the success of this event! 🌐 #AIWorkshop #SmartManufacturing #Innovation #CESMII #Industry4_0 #Networking
