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What Is a Digital Coworker in Manufacturing The concept of a digital coworker is becoming more common across manufacturing operations. These are software-driven tools, often powered by artificial intelligence, that support employees in completing tasks, making decisions, and improving workflows. A digital coworker does not replace the workforce. It works alongside employees to handle repetitive work, surface insights, and improve consistency across processes. Why Manufacturers Are Adopting Digital Coworkers…

Often,  in conversations across the manufacturing sector, the topic of AI surfaces immediately. Leaders know AI is reshaping industries, and few want to be caught flat-footed. But just as often, that enthusiasm is paired with uncertainty around where to start, which use cases matter, and how to judge whether the investment is worth it. The gap between idea and execution is a central theme highlighted in Fischgrund Consulting’s 2026…

From predictive maintenance to smarter robotics, AI is everywhere, and it’s movingfast. But along with the opportunity comes a new set of responsibilities: fairness, safety,data integrity, and trust. That’s where ISO and IEC step in. They’ve built a globalframework of AI standards designed to keep innovation safe, consistent, andtransparent. Think of these as your roadmap for using AI responsibly without slowingdown progress. Here’s your guide: what each standard does,…

By Kathy Hennessy, Marketing Metrics Corp. As if the day-to-day business challenges weren’t enough to keep you on your toes, now you must steer your manufacturing/industrial company through the increasingly complex and dynamic digital landscape. Pause to think: Is your business truly visible in the new world of search? Ten years ago, buyers found suppliers on Google search. Today’s buyers ask AI ‘advisors’ like ChatGPT, Google’s AI Overviews, Perplexity,…

Headlines move fast. Especially when artificial intelligence is involved. One of the most widely shared claims is that AI could eliminate up to 40 percent of jobs. It is a number that gets attention. It also creates concern, particularly for manufacturers already navigating workforce challenges. But that number is often taken out of context. A closer look at the research tells a different story. One that is more grounded…