AI in Manufacturing: From Early Wins to Scalable Transformation

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

11:30 AM - 12:20 PM East Coast USA Time

Location: SME Main Stage

Moderator(s)

Richard Huff

Director, Industry Consortium and Partnerships
ASTM International

Panelist(s)

Peter Lindecke

Co-Founder / CCO
Amsight GmbH
Davis J. McGregor, PhD

Assistant Professor
University of Maryland, College Park
Erick Braham

Research Scientist
AV Inc

Artificial intelligence is already delivering measurable gains across manufacturing—from predictive maintenance and quality inspection to supply chain optimization. Yet many organizations struggle to move beyond isolated pilots and proof-of-concepts. This panel will explore how manufacturers can translate early AI wins into scalable, enterprise-wide transformation. This panel will discuss what’s working today, current challenges for scaling, and how data infrastructure, workforce enablement, and operational integration determine implementation success. Attendees will gain practical insights into positioning AI as a sustained driver of productivity, resilience, and competitive advantage.