The Ultimate Guide to Manufacturing

2026 · American Edition

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
Analyst Insights
Rockwell's Plex named major player in six IDC reports
IDC MarketScape · Manufacturing · Data Analytics
This month
Maisa named as one of Gartner's global Set Diamonds
Gartner · Manufacturing · Digital Transformation
This month
SUSE buys Losant to boost open source industrial IoT
Gartner · Manufacturing · Virtualisation
Fri, 20th Feb 2026
Backslash raises USD $19m to secure AI 'vibe coding'
Gartner · Manufacturing · Digital Transformation
Fri, 13th Feb 2026
CFOs boost tech, sales & AI as headcount growth slows
Gartner · Manufacturing · Digital Transformation
Wed, 11th Feb 2026
Expert columns
Stephanie Davis Neill: How I use an “operator mindset” in leadership
By Stephanie Davis Neill of Click Boarding
Last month
Why the future of maintenance depends on women - and AI that learns from them
By Candi Robison of Ultimo
Last month
Interviews
Exclusive: Google sees success with niche AI playbooks
Discussing Cloud Services
Last week
Affirmo: Could AI make a reality of IoT dreams?
Discussing Cloud Services
This month
Rockwell Automation brings SecureOT to industrial systems
Discussing Digital Transformation
Last month
Exclusive: Edifier outlines next phase of global audio strategy
Discussing Headphones
Tue, 10th Feb 2026
Recent news
Accel-KKR invests in LeanDNA to boost global AI supply chains
About Data Analytics
Thu, 30th Oct 2025
Endeavour & Jabil unveil rapid AI data centre platform for cloud
About Collaboration
Fri, 18th Jul 2025
NetRise launches AI tool to spot unknown software weaknesses
About Enterprise security
Wed, 30th Apr 2025
Cybord partners with Fuji America to enhance SMT quality
About Strategy
Wed, 29th Jan 2025
SAS launches AI supply chain agent in industry push
About Government
Today
SAS adds Copilot & agentic AI tools to Viya platform
About Business Intelligence
Today
TCS expands Google Cloud tie-up with four AI offerings
About IT services
2 days ago
Mars expands Google Cloud AI tie-up with Gemini Enterprise
About Cloud Services
Last week
Valeo expands Google Cloud tie-up with Gemini rollout
About Data Protection
Last week
GE Appliances rolls out 800 AI agents across operations
About Cloud Services
Last week
Tata Steel expands Google Cloud AI across global operations
About Storage
Last week
Cognizant named OpenAI Codex partner for enterprise AI
About IT services
Last week
Prometheus Group buys Tamarack to expand procurement
About Procurement
Last week
Snowflake expands AI tools for business users & developers
About Business Intelligence
Last week
Schneider Electric & Deloitte launch AI industrial tie-up
About Productivity
Last week
UK reindustrialisation investment set to fall sharply
About Productivity
Last week
Airsys launches LiquidRack AI cooling system in UK
About Sustainability
Last week
Supply chain leaders prioritise sustainability, survey finds
About Productivity
Last week
SAP unveils agentic AI tools for manufacturing supply
About Robotics
Last week
Gallagher Security chief celebrates 20 years of growth
About Government
This month
Job moves
Gallagher names Rimbert to lead US federal growth push
Move at Gallagher Security
Last month
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