The Ultimate Guide to Manufacturing
A curated American edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Manufacturing.
What to know about Manufacturing
IT in Manufacturing explores the dynamic integration of information technology within the manufacturing sector, spotlighting innovations that enhance efficiency, productivity, and sustainability. Readers can delve into topics like cloud-based ERP systems, Internet of Things (IoT) applications, artificial intelligence, and automation trends that are reshaping factory operations and supply chains.
This tag brings together stories about technological advancements such as 3D printing breakthroughs, digital twins, and cybersecurity challenges specific to manufacturing environments. Engaging with these stories provides valuable insights into how manufacturers worldwide are navigating digital transformation, adopting smart factory solutions, and addressing emerging risks to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving industry.
American Manufacturing News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Evos lands USD $9 million to automate industrial work
The funding will help Evos expand autonomous operators across manufacturing and freight, after it passed USD $1 million in annual revenue within four weeks.
Forgepoint raises USD $9.8 million for quoting software
Customers are quoting 30% more jobs and cutting turnaround times by over 55% as Forgepoint's AI tool gains traction in manufacturing.
Coupa index shows US spending steady despite sector shifts
Healthcare was the only sector to contract, as four of five major US industries kept spending commitments broadly steady in Coupa's latest index.
Finance leaders wary of fair AI pricing, survey finds
More than half of finance leaders are unsure they are getting a fair deal on AI, as 46% blew their 2025 budgets, a survey found.
Go.AI raises USD $85 million to expand regulated AI
The fresh cash will help Go.AI expand beyond regulated sectors as it scales on-premises AI systems and its customer base grows past 200.
Wyoming tops US workers' danger ranking, study finds
Workers in Wyoming face the highest on-the-job risk in the US, with transport, utilities and agriculture driving the state's dangerous tally.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Manufacturing
Survey finds AI access controls lag behind confidence
Datavault AI agrees USD $94.5m CyberCatch takeover
Infios named a leader in IDC MarketScape assessments
Workplace safety market set to hit USD $42.96 billion
Cognizant deepens Anthropic tie-up as Claude rollout grows
Featured News
Expert Columns
Three Industries, One Common Challenge: Getting Data Right Before MDM
When IT fails in manufacturing, the whole supply chain pays
Five control rooms, one tuesday afternoon
Why ERP is not just another platform you can rebuild with AI code
Stephanie Davis Neill: How I use an “operator mindset” in leadership
Why the future of maintenance depends on women - and AI that learns from them
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the network
Recent Manufacturing News
Incorta launches governed data tools for analytics & AI
Businesses will be able to build data pipelines in a governed environment, as Incorta seeks to cut tool sprawl and reduce AI errors.
Australia targeted in massive phishing network takedown
Financial, healthcare and public-sector organisations face less immediate pressure after a disruption effort hit a phishing network sending more than 1 billion malicious messages.
Aeris adds SGP.32 support to IoT eSIM Orchestrator
The update lets enterprises switch IoT eSIM profiles across borders more easily, as Aeris says its platform now manages 110 million devices.
Identity-led intrusions drive cyber extortion tactics
Attackers are exploiting trusted identities and collaboration tools to steal data and extort victims, leaving defenders with only brief windows to react.
Talwar says AI will reshape work, cities & medicine
AI could soon transform jobs, hospitals and schools, with Talwar warning that bigger firms may lag as security and accountability concerns slow adoption.
HCLTech signs Anthropic partnership for enterprise AI
The deal should help large firms deploy safer AI systems, with HCLTech adding Claude to services and software for banks, hospitals and manufacturers.
CAS picks NEWWORK platform for AI-enabled operations
The pilot will link sales, production and logistics data, giving CAS real-time visibility across orders and deliveries as it tests an AI operating layer.
MathWorks adds new variant, inspection & test tools
The update aims to cut manual verification work for teams building software-defined products, with new testing and inspection tools added.
MIT & Mecalux launch AI course for supply chain leaders
The two-day programme aims to help senior executives turn AI experiments into practical supply chain projects, from warehousing to forecasting.
Vection signs five-year reciprocal reseller deal with Xerox
Western Europe customers could gain broader access to AI, workflow and XR tools after Vection and Xerox struck a non-exclusive five-year deal.
Ransomware attacks hit yearly high in August, says NCC Group
August saw ransomware activity hit a 2025 high, with 1,073 attacks logged as businesses in North America and Europe bore the brunt.
Manufacturers back MCP-linked AI for productivity gains
Connected product data is now seen as the key to productivity gains, with manufacturers citing faster decisions, development and launches.
Lumicent launches decision platform for industrial risk
Industrial operators could curb downtime and focus maintenance where it matters most as Lumicent links asset data to business risk.
Dell launches their rugged laptops for field workers
The new models aim to give utilities, emergency crews and factory teams tougher, better-connected kit for work away from the office.
TCL opens industrial museum to mark 45th anniversary
The museum underscores TCL's shift from a Huizhou maker into a global electronics group, as it marks 45 years with displays on its industrial rise.
Sift launches AI agent to tackle hardware telemetry
Hardware teams facing telemetry overload can now automate investigations inside Sift, with findings stored for reuse and human approval required before changes.
TCS & Jaguar TCS Racing extend AI partnership in Formula E
The extension will use artificial intelligence to sharpen Jaguar TCS Racing's strategy and feed lessons from Formula E into future electric cars.
Rockwell study flags cybersecurity as industrial growth risk
More than a third of industrial decision-makers now see cyber risk as a top barrier to growth, a Rockwell survey found.
Honeywell flags OT cybersecurity visibility gap in industry
Incomplete asset inventories are leaving industrial operators exposed, with only 21% able to track every OT system despite 88% calling programmes mature.
Forrester warns AI growth will strain energy & water
By 2027, AI expansion is set to drive up power and water costs, while forcing tougher rules on data centre building and funding.
