In this episode of U.S. Manufacturing Today powered by Veryable, host Matt talks with Bryan DeBois, Director of Industrial AI at RoviSys, about how data, artificial intelligence, and smart factories are transforming American manufacturing. Bryan shares his 25-year journey in the industry, the evolution of his company's AI initiatives, and how they are addressing current challenges. Key topics include the role of traditional AI, autonomous AI, and generative AI in modern factories, overcoming resistance to AI adoption, and the potential for AI to drive a reindustrialization and reshoring of American manufacturing. The episode provides valuable insights for leaders looking to incorporate AI and digital transformations into their manufacturing strategies.

Timestamps

• 00:00 Introduction to U.S. Manufacturing Today
• 00:24 Meet Bryan DeBois: A Leader in Industrial AI
• 01:11 Bryan's Journey into Industrial Automation
• 02:39 The Evolution of Industrial AI at Veis
• 03:03 Understanding Operational Technology (OT)
• 04:12 The Shift to Information Solutions
• 05:31 Pioneering Industrial AI at Veis
• 07:14 The Rise of Smart Factories
• 09:54 Leveraging Data in Modern Manufacturing
• 13:02 Exploring Traditional, Autonomous, and Generative AI

• 17:33 Generative AI in Manufacturing: Potential and Challenges

• 20:02 Generative AI Limitations and Risks
• 20:55 Current AI Use Cases and Challenges
• 21:24 Manufacturing's Cautious Approach to AI
• 21:51 Personal Experiences with AI
• 22:21 AI in Document Comparison
• 23:42 The Future of AI in Manufacturing
• 24:09 Overcoming Resistance to Industrial AI
• 25:14 Realistic Expectations and Flexibility in AI Projects
• 27:36 AI's Role in American Manufacturing Competitiveness

• 33:02 The Vision for the American Smart Factory
• 35:02 Getting Started with Digital Transformation
• 36:35 Conclusion and Contact Information

Links

• Rovisys Website
• Bryan on LinkedIn

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