WEBINAR

AI: Better Together – Why the Future of Industrial AI Will Be Built by Blue-Collar Manufacturing

AI alone won’t transform manufacturing. The real advantage comes from pairing AI with trusted operational data, processes and frontline expertise. Discover how MOM/MES can turn manufacturing context into smarter decisions and measurable outcomes.
October 20, 2026
3:00 PM UTC
1 hour

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Summary

AI is remaking manufacturing, but the greatest gains won’t come from this technology alone; people, processes and operational knowledge will be critical to its future. McKinsey recently found that nearly two-thirds of organizations are implementing AI strategies, yet they can gain the strongest competitive edge by pairing the technology with trusted operational context and by rethinking how work on the factory floor gets done.

This Smart Industry webinar will examine why Manufacturing Operations Management (MOM/MES) offers one of the strongest foundations for industrial AI, which not only needs large volumes of data but also depends on accurate, governed and contextualized information. MES turns disconnected production data into actionable intelligence.

Join us as we discuss:

  • Why MOM gives manufacturers a real advantage in AI adoption, from faster design and approvals to first-time-right production and more satisfied customers who return for repeat business
  • How to prepare your data, processes, and workforce for AI-enabled manufacturing
  • Common pitfalls organizations face when deploying AI across operations
  • Best practices for governance, contextualization, and scalable implementation
  • Real examples of AI boosting productivity, quality, maintenance, and decision-making


Some organizations will stand out as AI accelerators by using it to redesign workflows, support frontline workers, and transform operations rather than layering AI onto existing technology. Register now to learn how you can create your paths to build on the success of others in a smarter, increasingly agile, and more competitive and collaborative ecosystem of AI applications.  

 

Speakers

Jeff Erno

Jeff Erno

IE Expert Solutions Architect

Dassault Systèmes

Jeff Erno is a seasoned Solution Architect for the Industrial Equipment Industry at Dassault Systèmes, where he has contributed his expertise for over six years. Jeff has over 25 years of industry experience in turbomachinery and software, including roles as a CAD expert and simulation engineer. Additionally, he also has a broad knowledge of 3DEXPERIENCE across multiple domains.

 

Kevin Sullivan

Kevin Sullivan

Senior Technical Director

DELMIA Americas

Professional with a 38-year history of successful leadership in technical sales as a senior director in the enterprise software space specific to Manufacturing Execution Systems (“MES”) and Manufacturing Operations Management (“MOM”).

 

John Jackiw

John Jackiw

Industry Business Consultant Expert

Dassault Systèmes

A business transformation professional with 35 years of experience delivering customer-driven business and functional value across engineering, manufacturing, and enterprise operations. John has focused on helping organizations transform to meet the rapidly changing demands of the world in front of them.

 

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