AI-driven velocity is manufacturing’s new competitive edge

In the volatile world of manufacturing, one factor is emerging as the ultimate differentiator in 2026: speed, and in particular, operational velocity. This is the ability to sense market changes, make decisions quickly and decisively, and recover swiftly across the entire value chain. Persistent uncertainties are the new normal right now, ranging from shifting tariffs and supply chain disruptions to labor shortages and rapid demand changes. These factors make traditional, slow-moving operations a liability. Automation is vital. Additionally, companies that can compress their response times ...