Smart Factories need smarter people As automotive manufacturers accelerate digital transformation, the industry faces a fundamental reckoning about workforce development. Four industry leaders reveal how they are reshaping roles, building skills and bridging the gap between automation ambitions and human capability. Ilkhan Ozsevim
AMNA 2025: Auto industry looks to data driven, people-first digital transformation The AMNA 2025 conference brought together OEMs, Tier 1s, suppliers and technology partners to discuss shared challenges and solutions as the automotive industry navigates rapid technology and economic changes Nick Holt
Digital shopfloors: PdM powers manufacturing uptime Automotive manufacturers are integrating predictive maintenance systems to boost shopfloor productivity and reduce downtime. Waites' Bill Kilbey explains how digital tools transform equipment reliability across OEM and supplier operations. Ilkhan Ozsevim
A new generation of automation at Mercedes-Benz’s Düsseldorf plant Blending AI and automation, Mercedes-Benz's Düsseldorf van plant is taking a major step in automation with the deployment of a four-legged robotic assistant – Aris Nick Holt
BMW Regensburg deploys GenAI to reinvent quality checks BMW’s Regensburg plant is using generative AI to automate bespoke quality inspections, enhancing speed and consistency across its complex, mixed-model production. Ilkhan Ozsevim
