In today’s complex global landscape, manufacturers face unprecedented challenges: geopolitical uncertainty disrupting supply chains, cost impacts due to onshoring, and labor shortages. Organizations are being forced to evolve their use of technology and reduce dependencies on distant suppliers. Digital transformation has become a necessary catalyst, and Artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a crucial enabler of this transformation. This paper explores how AI, particularly when leveraged through advanced cloud platforms like Oracle Cloud SCM, is enabling manufacturers to reshape their operations and achieve greater control over their supply chains.
“AI has evolved from ancillary technology to an enabling tool in manufacturing; it’s rapidly becoming a differentiating technology in the modern factory. From securing raw materials through intelligent sourcing algorithms, to optimizing factory floor operations with real-time adaptability, to predicting maintenance needs before they impact production, AI is transforming all aspect of manufacturing.” – Loren Joski, SVP of Manufacturing, Peloton Consulting Group
