BIRMINGHAM, Mich. — Manufacturers are accelerating investments in automation and artificial intelligence, but many are encountering a common obstacle: the networks supporting those systems were not designed for the demands they now face.
Topics include AI, 5G, automation, robotics, smart factories and mixed-model production.
February 17, 2026
NASHVILLE, TN—The Manufacturing & Automation eXchange (MAX) has announced details of its MAX eXperience educational program, featuring a comprehensive lineup of six immersive workshops, a keynote presentation, and targeted education sessions designed to equip manufacturing professionals with practical strategies for today’s rapidly evolving production environment.
John Deere Davenport Works has recently implemented productivity enhancing tools such as 5G connectivity, artificial intelligence, data analytics and digital twins.
WASHINGTON—According to the National Association of Manufacturers, Deere, General Motors, Whirlpool and other companies are deploying advanced communication systems in their factories.
From forest fire prevention and border patrol to tax inspection and counterterrorism, the applications for aerial drones are multiplying daily. Now, there is a new use for them: transporting car parts.
PARIS—According to a recent study conducted by the Capgemini Research Institute, 5G technology is benefiting manufacturers that have already adopted it in their factories.
General Motors has announced that its Factory ZERO has become the first automotive plant in the U.S. to install dedicated 5G fixed mobile network technology.
The fifth generation of wireless technology is quickly emerging. It will greatly expand the broadband capabilities of mobile networks and provide advanced wireless service for a wide variety of applications ranging from cell phones to assembly lines.