The most important economic shifts are rarely obvious in the headlines. As the economy moves through 2026, growth remains intact, but the signals increasingly point toward a transition into a slower stage of the cycle. We are honored to feature Jeremy Bess and Patrick...
Manufacturing is entering a decisive new chapter, defined not by incremental improvement, but by a fundamental rewiring of how plants plan, operate, and compete. Performance pressure is intensifying. OEE losses, unplanned downtime, scrap and rework, and excess...
In industries where failure is not an option, achieving zero‑defect performance requires more than inspection—it demands a disciplined, system‑wide approach to quality embedded across design, manufacturing, and operations. This session explores how leading...
This session will focus on the two of the most critical risks facing the international defense manufacturing sector: a widening talent gap at a time of unprecedented technological change and a declining manufacturing work force. As the industry confronts a wave of...
As OEMs face increasing pressure to reduce carbon impact while maintaining performance, reliability, and profitability, sustainable engineering has moved from aspiration to operational imperative. This session explores how leading manufacturers are advancing...
