12th - 13th June 2025

Agenda

(Formerly FTWorX)

DAY 1

08:00 - 08:50

REGISTRATION

08:55 – 09:00

CHAIRPERSON’S OPENING REMARKS

09:00 - 09:30

Transforming Manufacturing with 5G and IoT Connectivity

  • Real-time data sharing powered by 5G technology
  • Boosting efficiency with IoT-driven predictive maintenance
  • Secure industrial communication through private networks
  • Preparing for the future with advanced connectivity technologies

09:30 - 10:00

Enhancing Plant Performance through an Interactive Connected Worker Experience

  • How cutting-edge solutions can transform operations
  • Discovering practical applications of the platform in manufacturing settings
  • Streamlining processes, enhancing productivity, and driving operational excellence
  • Deploying digital solutions and fostering a culture of innovation
  • Enhancing overall plant performance with connected worker platforms
  • Implementing strategies for ongoing innovation and improvement

10:00 - 10:30

Driving Digital Transformation with Low-Code Platforms: Enhancing Agility and Efficiency

  • Leveraging low-code platforms to streamline manufacturing processes and improve operational agility
  • Accelerating digital transformation through customized, scalable solutions without complex coding
  • Enabling cross-functional teams to collaborate and build process automation workflows
  • Integrating legacy systems with modern tools to enhance efficiency and reduce downtime

10:35 - 11:25

COFFEE BREAK

11:30 - 12:00

Enabling the Front-Line with Data and AI

  • Why 47% of leading manufacturers are using AI to empower front-line workers
  • How turnkey AI solutions help junior operators perform like seasoned veterans, driving operational excellence
  • Gaining a competitive edge by lowering costs, improving Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), and addressing productivity gaps caused by workforce turnover
  • Showing how manufacturing benefits from AI and advanced analytics
  • Understanding common pitfalls that cause AI projects to fail and strategies to ensure successful implementation

12:00 - 12:30

The Future of Maintenance, Repair, and Operations: Leveraging AI for Sourcing Transparency and Inventory Optimization

  • How AI can provide greater visibility and transparency in MRO sourcing, ensuring more informed decision-making
  • Streamlining inventory management, reducing excess stock and minimizing shortages
  • Exploring the integration of AI in predictive maintenance to align inventory levels with actual maintenance needs, driving efficiency
  • Leveraging AI in MRO operations can lead to cost savings and improved operational efficiency across the supply chain
  • Preparing organizations for future challenges and opportunities

12:30 - 13:00

Optimizing Manufacturing Processes: Strategies to Improve Process Flow, Reduce Cycle Time, and Boost Efficiency

  • Identifying bottlenecks, optimizing workflows, and streamlining the production process for enhanced efficiency
  • Leveraging digital tools, IoT, and data analytics to monitor and optimize manufacturing operations in real-time, driving faster decision-making
  • Improving Equipment Utilization: Strategies to enhance the utilization and uptime of critical manufacturing equipment, ensuring that production capacity is maximized
  • Workforce Optimization: Aligning workforce skills and capacity with production demands, enhancing team collaboration, and reducing downtime through effective training and deployment
  • Continuous Process Improvement: Establishing a culture of ongoing process evaluation and refinement to ensure long-term improvements in production efficiency

PLANNED INVESTMENT AREAS

  • COVID-19
  • Digital Technology
  • 5G
  • Workflow and Process Automation
  • Automatic & Autonomous Transformation Solutions
  • 3D Printing for Digital Manufacturing
  • Manufacturing Footprint Optimization
  • Solutions for industrial PC’s and Monitors
  • Manufacturing Supply Chain Strategy & Implementation
  • Robotic Automation
  • Sustainability 4.0
  • Industrial Automation & Control solutions
  • Data Governance
  • Digital/Software Adoption
  • Connected Worker
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Cloud Manufacturing
  • Digital Twin
  • Workforce Training and Development
  • Machine & Deep Learning
  • Plant Safety & Inspection
  • Industry 5.0
  • Lean Digital Manufacturing
  • Connected Manufacturing
  • Big Data & Manufacturing Information
  • Smart Manufacturing / Digitalisation
  • Cybersecurity
  • Blockchain
  • Manufacturing Automation
  • Predictive Maintenance PdM 4.0
  • Cloud, Edge & IoT Data Management
  • Augmented & Virtual reality (AR & VR)
  • Asset Optimization & Inspection
  • M2M Communication
  • Wearable Digital Technology
  • Asset Performance Management (APM 4.0)
  • Sensors

13:05 - 13:55

LUNCH

14:00 - 14:30

Driving Efficiency with Robotics Automation & Advanced Camera Systems

  • Integrating advanced robotics and machine vision technologies to create powerful, intelligent automation systems
  • Leveraging machine vision, robotic programming, mechanical design, and automation consulting to boost productivity
  • Enhancing quality control and automating repetitive tasks to streamline production processes Exploring how robotics and advanced camera systems drive innovation in the manufacturing industry

14:30 – 15:00

Using Data-Driven Decision-Making to Enhance Production Processes

  • Optimizing operations for competitive advantage in manufacturing?
  • Streamlining manufacturing operations to increase efficiency and minimize costs
  • Applying lean manufacturing principles for continuous improvement
  • Strengthening supply chain resilience to mitigate risks and ensure consistent product availability
  • Maintaining high-quality standards while scaling operations effectively

15:00 – 15:30

Optimizing Operations with ERP Solutions

  • The role of industry-specific ERP solutions in optimizing production and reducing lead times
  • How automation improves quality and streamlines workflows in manufacturing operations
  • Achieving real-time visibility for enhanced decision-making and inventory management
  • Integrating advanced technologies to modernize manufacturing processes

15:35 - 16:25

COFFEE BREAK

16:30 - 17:00

Decarbonization Innovations, Challenges, and Opportunities

  • Exploring the role of emerging technologies like carbon capture, renewable energy, and energy-efficient processes in decarbonizing operations
  • Balancing production growth with environmental responsibilities to meet sustainability goals
  • Overcoming barriers to adopting green technologies and integrating them into existing manufacturing processes
  • Insights into regulatory pressures, industry standards, and how they are shaping sustainable practices in manufacturing
  • Strategies for fostering innovation while driving operational efficiency and cost control in sustainable manufacturing

17:00 - 17:30

Leveraging AI for Advanced Data Protection and Cybersecurity

  • Implementing AI for growth in key industries like healthcare and finance
  • Optimizing complex infrastructure to support scalable AI solutions
  • Leading global AI teams to deliver impactful, secure AI and cloud solutions
  • Strategic partnerships to expand AI adoption across the enterprise
  • Balancing AI investment with ROI through effective AI governance

PLANNED INVESTMENT AREAS

  • COVID-19
  • Digital Technology
  • 5G
  • Workflow and Process Automation
  • Automatic & Autonomous Transformation Solutions
  • 3D Printing for Digital Manufacturing
  • Manufacturing Footprint Optimization
  • Solutions for industrial PC’s and Monitors
  • Manufacturing Supply Chain Strategy & Implementation
  • Robotic Automation
  • Sustainability 4.0
  • Industrial Automation & Control solutions
  • Data Governance
  • Digital/Software Adoption
  • Connected Worker
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Cloud Manufacturing
  • Digital Twin
  • Workforce Training and Development
  • Machine & Deep Learning
  • Plant Safety & Inspection
  • Industry 5.0
  • Lean Digital Manufacturing
  • Connected Manufacturing
  • Big Data & Manufacturing Information
  • Smart Manufacturing / Digitalisation
  • Cybersecurity
  • Blockchain
  • Manufacturing Automation
  • Predictive Maintenance PdM 4.0
  • Cloud, Edge & IoT Data Management
  • Augmented & Virtual reality (AR & VR)
  • Asset Optimization & Inspection
  • M2M Communication
  • Wearable Digital Technology
  • Asset Performance Management (APM 4.0)
  • Sensors

17:30 - 18:00

The Expansion of AI and Robotics in Modern Manufacturing

  • Exploring the integration of robotics, AI, and automation to enhance efficiency and quality across all business areas
  • Strategies for upskilling the workforce to effectively utilize advanced technologies
  • Addressing challenges in implementing smart manufacturing solutions within traditional operations
  • The role of data analytics in optimizing robotic and automated systems for continuous improvement
  • Highlighting successful transformations through advanced robotics and automations

18:00 - 19:00

DRINKS RECEPTION

DAY 2

08:55 – 09:00

CHAIRPERSON’S OPENING REMARKS

09:00 – 09:30

The Expansion of AI and Robotics in Modern Manufacturing

  • Exploring the integration of robotics, AI, and automation to enhance efficiency and quality across all business areas
  • Strategies for upskilling the workforce to effectively utilize advanced technologies
  • Addressing challenges in implementing smart manufacturing solutions within traditional operations
  • The role of data analytics in optimizing robotic and automated systems for continuous improvement
  • Highlighting successful transformations through advanced robotics and automations

09:30 – 10:00

Building a Smart, Connected and Agile Network for Enhanced Efficiency

  • Implementing IoT and digital tools for real-time visibility in manufacturing operations
  • Designing modular systems for quick adaptation to market and operational changes
  • Utilizing data analytics to streamline processes and improve decision-making
  • Integrating generative AI to optimize workflows and reduce downtime
  • Case Study: Insights from leveraging digital transformation for agility

10:00 - 10:30

Leveraging Artificial Intelligence in Enterprise Asset Management for Enhanced Productivity

  • Exploring the integration of AI-driven mobile apps to automate and enrich data for plant maintenance and frontline work
  • Discovering how AI solutions can significantly boost EAM productivity and information accuracy
  • Examining the impact of excessive work order times on productivity and how AI-driven mobile solutions can drastically reduce time spent on capturing work order information
  • Understanding the importance of mobile asset management in turning frontline workers into knowledge workers

10:35 - 11:25

COFFEE BREAK

11:30 – 12:00

Accelerating AI Commercialization: From End-to-End Development to Scalable Impact

  • Delving into AI and emerging tech from E2E development of product lifecycle
  • Breaking down the business need of technical AI and how to deploy use cases
  • Best practices and strategies to extract value of AI use cases for commercialization
  • How to rapid scale AI and accelerate time to market

12:00 – 12:30

Accelerating Digital Transformation: Rapid Adoption in Dynamic Environments

  • Identifying key factors for achieving rapid transformation across global operations
  • Overcoming barriers to quick adoption of new digital technologies
  • Modernizing legacy systems without disrupting business processes
  • Leveraging real-time data and analytics for smarter, faster decision-making
  • Implementing agile frameworks to support digital transformation at scale

12:30 – 13:00

Data-Driven Decision-Making Through Predictive and Prescriptive Analytics

  • Transforming raw data into actionable, real-time insights with AI analytics
  • Integrating real-time analytics across enterprise systems for operational efficiency
  • Leveraging machine learning models to predict trends and optimize performance
  • Ensuring data governance and quality to maximize AI-driven decision-making
  • Scaling AI-powered analytics in data-rich, complex environments

PLANNED INVESTMENT AREAS

  • COVID-19
  • Digital Technology
  • 5G
  • Workflow and Process Automation
  • Automatic & Autonomous Transformation Solutions
  • 3D Printing for Digital Manufacturing
  • Manufacturing Footprint Optimization
  • Solutions for industrial PC’s and Monitors
  • Manufacturing Supply Chain Strategy & Implementation
  • Robotic Automation
  • Sustainability 4.0
  • Industrial Automation & Control solutions
  • Data Governance
  • Digital/Software Adoption
  • Connected Worker
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Cloud Manufacturing
  • Digital Twin
  • Workforce Training and Development
  • Machine & Deep Learning
  • Plant Safety & Inspection
  • Industry 5.0
  • Lean Digital Manufacturing
  • Connected Manufacturing
  • Big Data & Manufacturing Information
  • Smart Manufacturing / Digitalisation
  • Cybersecurity
  • Blockchain
  • Manufacturing Automation
  • Predictive Maintenance PdM 4.0
  • Cloud, Edge & IoT Data Management
  • Augmented & Virtual reality (AR & VR)
  • Asset Optimization & Inspection
  • M2M Communication
  • Wearable Digital Technology
  • Asset Performance Management (APM 4.0)
  • Sensors

13:05 - 13:55

LUNCH

14:00 - 14:30

Transforming Continuous Improvement: The Role of AI and Connected Worker Technology

  • Predicting bottlenecks and identifying patterns with AI and Connected Worker Technology for proactive solutions
  • Showcasing case studies on boosting productivity, quality, and retention through these technologies
  • Integrating AI and CW technology into CI frameworks to foster continuous learning and agility

14:30 - 15:00

Maximizing Plant Performance: Driving Efficiency, Innovation, and Sustainability

  • Implementing advanced workflows to optimize plant performance and streamline operations
  • Scaling automation to boost efficiency while maintaining operational flexibility
  • Using real-time data to monitor and drive continuous facility performance improvements
  • Designing facilities for high efficiency and sustainability to meet environmental goals
  • Leveraging digital tools for predictive maintenance and reducing downtime

15:05 - 15:10

CHAIRPERSON’S CLOSE