Brian Perlstein, Digital Manufacturing Innovation Leader, Owens Corning

Can you introduce yourself by telling us abit about yourself, your role and experience? Sure, Brian Perlstein, Digital Manufacturing Innovation Leader with Owens Corning. I have been with the company for six years and I would describe my role as that of a pragmatic disruptor, aiding Owens Corning in identifying the right digital capabilities to […]

Overcoming the Roadblocks: Why Manufacturers Struggle to Adopt AI

By Jonathan Weiss – Driving Digital Transformation in Manufacturing | Expert in Industrial AI and Smart Factory Solutions | Lean Six Sigma Black Belt   AI has become a transformative force across many industries, yet manufacturers seem to face unique challenges in adopting this technology. While the promise of artificial intelligence is well-known—streamlined operations, predictive […]

Value in a Lean System

By Jason Neal, Lean Leader, GE Aerospace   American newspaper columnist Doug Larson once remarked, “Wisdom is the reward of a lifetime of listening when you’d have preferred to talk.” As I’ve recently celebrated my 45th birthday, I’ve reflected on how much time I’ve spent talking versus listening. Over the last decade, listening has taught me […]

Golden Batch Manufacturing & AI: The Key to Optimal Production

By Jonathan Weiss, Expert in Industrial AI and Smart Factory Solutions | Lean Six Sigma Black Belt   In manufacturing, the term “Golden Batch” refers to the ideal production run where every variable—materials, temperature, pressure, time, and equipment performance—aligns perfectly to produce the highest quality product with the least waste and maximum efficiency. Achieving this perfect run […]

Unlocking the Potential of AI in Industrial Automation: Key Considerations in Data Acquisition, Aggregation, and Ownership

By Ryan Treece, Global Business Development Manager – Data Platform & AI Solutions, FreeWave Technologies   Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming industries at a rapid pace, and the manufacturing and industrial automation sectors are no exception. As companies increasingly turn to AI to optimize processes, enhance productivity, and predict failures, understanding the data behind these […]