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How to Choose an AI Vendor Without Getting Buried in Demos

The goal? Selecting a partner who improves the plant, not just the presentation.

Nov 17, 2025

George Munguia

Why AI Projects Fail in Manufacturing (And the Simple Shift That Prevents It)

Get the tools to take the use of AI from an experiment into a repeatable operational advantage.

Nov 17, 2025

George Munguia

The KPI Stack: How Smart Plants Layer Metrics for Better Decisions

Smart plants track the right metrics at the right layers, each building on the one below.

Nov 17, 2025

George Munguia

How to Measure the ROI of AI When Benefits Aren’t Immediate

With the right approach, the results of AI can be measured way earlier than you think.

Nov 17, 2025

George Munguia

What Plant Leaders Get Wrong About AI Adoption (And How to Fix It)

Replace your misconceptions with strategies that produce real, measurable improvements on the floor.

Nov 17, 2025

George Munguia

A Playbook for Building a Digital-First Operations Team

A step-by-step path to build a digital-first operations function without adding bloated roles or creating IT bottlenecks.

Nov 17, 2025

George Munguia

Avoiding Pilot Purgatory: How to Scale Digital Improvements Beyond One Line

A practical framework for moving beyond pilot purgatory & scaling digital transformation across a factory or multi-site manufacturing portfolio.

Nov 17, 2025

George Munguia

The Most Cost-Effective AI Projects for Plants With Thin Margins

AI doesn’t need to be expensive to deliver ROI.

Nov 17, 2025

George Munguia

How to Validate an AI Use Case in Manufacturing in Under 30 Days

Plants want a fast way to prove whether an AI use case will produce real operational value. Here's one.

Nov 17, 2025

George Munguia

The 7-Stage AI Readiness Model for Mid-Sized Factories

Most mid-sized manufacturers want the benefits of AI, but many don’t know where they are on the journey or what comes next.

Nov 17, 2025

George Munguia

Why Dalton Manufacturers Are Looking Beyond Traditional ERPs for Faster, Leaner Operations

Do we really need a bigger ERP? Or something that finally connects the systems we already have?

Nov 15, 2025

George Munguia

The Hidden Downtime Fix Dalton Plants Are Using: Smarter, Connected Machines

Dalton, GA manufacturers are solving downtime without getting new machines.

Nov 15, 2025

George Munguia

Inside Huntsville’s Shift to Paperless Production: The Transition From Manual Logs to Instant Visibility

North Alabama manufacturers are finally seeing their operations in real time, without sacrificing the human side.

Nov 13, 2025

George Munguia

A Smarter Path to Uptime: Using Predictive Scheduling to Fix Problems Before They Stop the Line

Don’t blame technology or the schedule. Get a plan that lives in real time.

Nov 13, 2025

George Munguia

The Value of Data Visibility for Industrial Investors

Data visibility becoming one of the most valuable levers an industrial investor can pull. Here’s why.

Nov 13, 2025

George Munguia

The Role of AI in Reducing Scrap and Waste

Manufacturing plant fights the same invisible battle. Some are discovering a smarter way forward.

Nov 12, 2025

George Munguia

Turning Historical Data into Action with AI

AI uncovers hidden patterns in old logs to improve today’s operations.

Nov 11, 2025

George Munguia

Bridging the Gap Between Maintenance and Production Teams

Real-time insights help both teams align on priorities and fix issues faster.

Nov 11, 2025

George Munguia

How Real-Time Dashboards Boost Operator Accountability

When performance is visible, operators take ownership and react sooner.

Nov 11, 2025

George Munguia

AI Insights for Lean Manufacturing Teams

Smarter data helps lean teams find waste, improve flow, and reduce variation.

Nov 11, 2025

George Munguia

Why Chattanooga Is Becoming a Hub for Smart Manufacturing

Local innovation and tech adoption are turning Chattanooga into a regional leader.

Nov 11, 2025

George Munguia

How to Digitize Production Logs Without IT Overload

Deploy simple digital logs quickly—no heavy IT lift required.

Nov 10, 2025

George Munguia

Predictive Tools That Help Reduce Equipment Breakdowns

Spot early warning signs and prevent failures before they hit production.

Nov 10, 2025

George Munguia

Dashboards for Cross-Shift Collaboration

Give all shifts one shared view of plant performance for smoother handoffs.

Nov 10, 2025

George Munguia

Automating the First Hour: How AI Starts the Day Right

Start each shift with instant insights, ready tasks, and fewer surprises.

Nov 10, 2025

George Munguia

Why Paperless Systems Improve Safety Compliance

Digital workflows ensure procedures are followed and documented automatically.

Nov 10, 2025

George Munguia

Reducing Human Error in Manufacturing Data Collection

Digital tools eliminate mistakes that paper and manual entry can’t catch.

Nov 9, 2025

George Munguia

The ROI of Factory Connectivity

Connected machines deliver fast payback through fewer delays and clearer insights.

Nov 9, 2025

George Munguia

Building Smarter Supply Chains with Factory Data

Real-time production data strengthens planning, forecasting, and sourcing.

Nov 9, 2025

George Munguia

What a Fully Connected Plant Looks Like

A practical look at machines, teams, and data working together in real time.

Nov 9, 2025

George Munguia

AI-Powered Energy Monitoring in Industrial Facilities

Track energy usage live and uncover savings hidden in daily operations.

Nov 9, 2025

George Munguia

Automating Quality Control Reports with AI

AI compiles QC data instantly and reduces manual reporting.

Nov 8, 2025

George Munguia

How AI Scheduling Reduces Shift Conflicts

Smart schedules prevent overlap, gaps, and last-minute scrambles.

Nov 8, 2025

George Munguia

Digitizing Preventive Maintenance Schedules

Track PM tasks automatically and ensure nothing gets missed.

Nov 8, 2025

George Munguia

Factory Dashboards for Real-Time Production Insight

See every critical metric in one live, easy-to-use dashboard.

Nov 8, 2025

George Munguia

Using AI to Simplify Production Forecasting

Forecast needs more accurately with less manual effort.

Nov 8, 2025

George Munguia

Replacing Paper Travelers with Digital Production Tracking

Digital travelers give teams live status updates across the line.

Nov 7, 2025

George Munguia

Using AI to Unify Maintenance and Production Data

Connect both sides of the plant to fix problems faster.

Nov 7, 2025

George Munguia

How AI Automation Enhances Employee Retention in Manufacturing

Reduce turnover by eliminating tedious tasks and supporting operators.

Nov 7, 2025

George Munguia

How to Choose an AI Vendor Without Getting Buried in Demos

The goal? Selecting a partner who improves the plant, not just the presentation.

Nov 17, 2025

George Munguia

Why AI Projects Fail in Manufacturing (And the Simple Shift That Prevents It)

Get the tools to take the use of AI from an experiment into a repeatable operational advantage.

Nov 17, 2025

George Munguia

The KPI Stack: How Smart Plants Layer Metrics for Better Decisions

Smart plants track the right metrics at the right layers, each building on the one below.

Nov 17, 2025

George Munguia

How to Measure the ROI of AI When Benefits Aren’t Immediate

With the right approach, the results of AI can be measured way earlier than you think.

Nov 17, 2025

George Munguia

What Plant Leaders Get Wrong About AI Adoption (And How to Fix It)

Replace your misconceptions with strategies that produce real, measurable improvements on the floor.

Nov 17, 2025

George Munguia

A Playbook for Building a Digital-First Operations Team

A step-by-step path to build a digital-first operations function without adding bloated roles or creating IT bottlenecks.

Nov 17, 2025

George Munguia

Avoiding Pilot Purgatory: How to Scale Digital Improvements Beyond One Line

A practical framework for moving beyond pilot purgatory & scaling digital transformation across a factory or multi-site manufacturing portfolio.

Nov 17, 2025

George Munguia

The Most Cost-Effective AI Projects for Plants With Thin Margins

AI doesn’t need to be expensive to deliver ROI.

Nov 17, 2025

George Munguia

How to Validate an AI Use Case in Manufacturing in Under 30 Days

Plants want a fast way to prove whether an AI use case will produce real operational value. Here's one.

Nov 17, 2025

George Munguia

The 7-Stage AI Readiness Model for Mid-Sized Factories

Most mid-sized manufacturers want the benefits of AI, but many don’t know where they are on the journey or what comes next.

Nov 17, 2025

George Munguia

Why Dalton Manufacturers Are Looking Beyond Traditional ERPs for Faster, Leaner Operations

Do we really need a bigger ERP? Or something that finally connects the systems we already have?

Nov 15, 2025

George Munguia

The Hidden Downtime Fix Dalton Plants Are Using: Smarter, Connected Machines

Dalton, GA manufacturers are solving downtime without getting new machines.

Nov 15, 2025

George Munguia

Inside Huntsville’s Shift to Paperless Production: The Transition From Manual Logs to Instant Visibility

North Alabama manufacturers are finally seeing their operations in real time, without sacrificing the human side.

Nov 13, 2025

George Munguia

A Smarter Path to Uptime: Using Predictive Scheduling to Fix Problems Before They Stop the Line

Don’t blame technology or the schedule. Get a plan that lives in real time.

Nov 13, 2025

George Munguia

The Value of Data Visibility for Industrial Investors

Data visibility becoming one of the most valuable levers an industrial investor can pull. Here’s why.

Nov 13, 2025

George Munguia

The Role of AI in Reducing Scrap and Waste

Manufacturing plant fights the same invisible battle. Some are discovering a smarter way forward.

Nov 12, 2025

George Munguia

Turning Historical Data into Action with AI

AI uncovers hidden patterns in old logs to improve today’s operations.

Nov 11, 2025

George Munguia

Bridging the Gap Between Maintenance and Production Teams

Real-time insights help both teams align on priorities and fix issues faster.

Nov 11, 2025

George Munguia

How Real-Time Dashboards Boost Operator Accountability

When performance is visible, operators take ownership and react sooner.

Nov 11, 2025

George Munguia

AI Insights for Lean Manufacturing Teams

Smarter data helps lean teams find waste, improve flow, and reduce variation.

Nov 11, 2025

George Munguia

Why Chattanooga Is Becoming a Hub for Smart Manufacturing

Local innovation and tech adoption are turning Chattanooga into a regional leader.

Nov 11, 2025

George Munguia

How to Digitize Production Logs Without IT Overload

Deploy simple digital logs quickly—no heavy IT lift required.

Nov 10, 2025

George Munguia

Predictive Tools That Help Reduce Equipment Breakdowns

Spot early warning signs and prevent failures before they hit production.

Nov 10, 2025

George Munguia

Dashboards for Cross-Shift Collaboration

Give all shifts one shared view of plant performance for smoother handoffs.

Nov 10, 2025

George Munguia

Automating the First Hour: How AI Starts the Day Right

Start each shift with instant insights, ready tasks, and fewer surprises.

Nov 10, 2025

George Munguia

Why Paperless Systems Improve Safety Compliance

Digital workflows ensure procedures are followed and documented automatically.

Nov 10, 2025

George Munguia

How to Choose an AI Vendor Without Getting Buried in Demos

The goal? Selecting a partner who improves the plant, not just the presentation.

Nov 17, 2025

George Munguia

Why AI Projects Fail in Manufacturing (And the Simple Shift That Prevents It)

Get the tools to take the use of AI from an experiment into a repeatable operational advantage.

Nov 17, 2025

George Munguia

The KPI Stack: How Smart Plants Layer Metrics for Better Decisions

Smart plants track the right metrics at the right layers, each building on the one below.

Nov 17, 2025

George Munguia

How to Measure the ROI of AI When Benefits Aren’t Immediate

With the right approach, the results of AI can be measured way earlier than you think.

Nov 17, 2025

George Munguia

What Plant Leaders Get Wrong About AI Adoption (And How to Fix It)

Replace your misconceptions with strategies that produce real, measurable improvements on the floor.

Nov 17, 2025

George Munguia

A Playbook for Building a Digital-First Operations Team

A step-by-step path to build a digital-first operations function without adding bloated roles or creating IT bottlenecks.

Nov 17, 2025

George Munguia

Avoiding Pilot Purgatory: How to Scale Digital Improvements Beyond One Line

A practical framework for moving beyond pilot purgatory & scaling digital transformation across a factory or multi-site manufacturing portfolio.

Nov 17, 2025

George Munguia

The Most Cost-Effective AI Projects for Plants With Thin Margins

AI doesn’t need to be expensive to deliver ROI.

Nov 17, 2025

George Munguia

How to Validate an AI Use Case in Manufacturing in Under 30 Days

Plants want a fast way to prove whether an AI use case will produce real operational value. Here's one.

Nov 17, 2025

George Munguia

The 7-Stage AI Readiness Model for Mid-Sized Factories

Most mid-sized manufacturers want the benefits of AI, but many don’t know where they are on the journey or what comes next.

Nov 17, 2025

George Munguia

Why Dalton Manufacturers Are Looking Beyond Traditional ERPs for Faster, Leaner Operations

Do we really need a bigger ERP? Or something that finally connects the systems we already have?

Nov 15, 2025

George Munguia

The Hidden Downtime Fix Dalton Plants Are Using: Smarter, Connected Machines

Dalton, GA manufacturers are solving downtime without getting new machines.

Nov 15, 2025

George Munguia

Inside Huntsville’s Shift to Paperless Production: The Transition From Manual Logs to Instant Visibility

North Alabama manufacturers are finally seeing their operations in real time, without sacrificing the human side.

Nov 13, 2025

George Munguia