On 9-11 September 2019, the US edition of our NG Manufacturing Summit will bring together senior manufacturing decision-makers and business leaders from across North America at the fantastic The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island, Florida to share their views on how to tackle the biggest challenges in smart manufacturing today.
Amongst others, the summit will look at key topics such as: Accelerating Digitisation in Manufacturing; Seamless connectivity and operational efficiency; and Automation driving a changing workforce.
From case studies that lift the lid on operations inside best-in-class organisations, to workshops and collaborative sessions that focus on real challenges and future technology innovations, to one-to-one meetings with industry peers offering practical advice tailored to your specific needs, the summit will provide you with everything you need to implement your key projects more effectively.
GDS asked for a narrative – they really wanted to understand what I’m working on. They took that information and put together a couple of days that were more valuable for me.
Our Approach
Every GDS Summit has one stated aim: to help attending executives implement their key projects more effectively. We do this by developing an in-depth understanding of those executives' project needs, the business outcomes they want to achieve, and the challenges they face in terms of hitting those goals.
Who Attends
Past Attendees
6 Challenges in Manufacturing
- How do we improve the life of our consumers? How do we do what we do as a service?
- How can we collect data?
- How can we use the insights we get from that data to drive strategy?
- Security (IT/OT)
- Seamless connectivity and operational efficiency
- How do you create, spread and embed a smart manufacturing mindset?
Summit Schedule
Grab your name badge, say hello, activate the onsite app and prepare to leave the office behind for two-and-a-half days of networking, learning and intelligence gathering.
What? When? How? Where? Join our Master of Ceremonies for a brief welcome and orientation session, where we’ll explain your itinerary for the next few days.
From independent thinkers to technology pioneers to execs from some of the world’s most progressive brands, our keynote speakers are handpicked to provide you with the insight you need to inspire your next business decision.
Smart factories are at the heart of Industry 4.0. They use information and communication technology throughout the supply chain and production line. This brings a much higher level of both automation and digitisation.
The end goal: Machines using self-optimisation, self-configuration and even artificial intelligence to complete complex tasks in order to deliver vastly superior cost efficiencies and better-quality goods or services.
Key discussion points:
- Maximize operational efficiency across assets: Shifting from reactive to predictive maintenance using artificial intelligence and industrial IoT.
- Smart Devices: which devices are adding a layer of intelligent functionality around existing industrial control system activities
- Data visualization: assisting employees to understand whats going on, and empower them to take decisions which can improve operational efficiency
- Predictive maintenance: to predict faults before they happen. The technology also has the capability to locate nearest service technician and map out the best route for the person to reach the premises.
- Additive manufacturing: opens up possibilities for mass customization
Manufacturing companies intend to invest around 5% of their revenue in digitalization by the year 2020. Industry 4.0 will separate the leaders in manufacturing from the laggards. The major investments will be on digital technologies like sensors or connectivity devices, and on software and applications like manufacturing execution systems.
Key discussion points:
- Data intensity: data strategy, data collection, storage and analysis, and data-driven decision-making
- Connectivity: sensor usage in production and output, and networking of production equipment and plants
- Adaptability: customization capability, design and modeling, and robotics
- Integration: enterprise and supply chain data integration
- IoT: strategy and systems implementation
What are the training and investments required for manufacturing leaders to make major transformational business changes from top floor to plant floor?
Key discussion points:
- Digital acumen: Leaders need to understand how to use digital technologies and how to apply them to advance manufacturing
- Talent: How to attract game changing digitally savvy talent while also attracting and retaining needed “plant floor” roles
- Safety: As interactions between humans and their automated counterparts increase, how do you ensure that they get along?
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Time to kick off your heels, loosen those ties and get to know your fellow summit attendees. Relax, drinks are on us.
From independent thinkers to technology pioneers to execs from some of the world’s most progressive brands, our keynote speakers are handpicked to provide you with the insight you need to inspire your next business decision.
The most important meal of the day. Get yourself set for a productive day by joining us for coffee, croissants and more.
From independent thinkers to technology pioneers to execs from some of the world’s most progressive brands, our keynote speakers are handpicked to provide you with the insight you need to inspire your next business decision.
Multiple tables, multiple hot topics: in this session, you choose where you sit, who you sit with and what you want to discuss. The takeaways are down to you: have your say, question others and find your own answers.
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Take advantage of time to network with fellow summit attendees and further discuss your business transformation projects.
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Worked up an appetite? Recharge those batteries with our buffet-style lunch, and prepare to meet the afternoon head-on.
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Take advantage of time to network with fellow summit attendees and further discuss your business transformation projects.
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Time for a well-deserved break in your busy schedules.
Time for some fun; you’ve earned it. Join us for our second night’s dinner and entertainment. Details to follow.
The most important meal of the day. Get yourself set for a productive day by joining us for coffee, croissants and more.
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Take advantage of time to network with fellow summit attendees and further discuss your business transformation projects.
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What have been the most interesting discussion points over the last few days? What are the key takeaways? Are there any immediate actions to be implemented? And what further questions have emerged?
Worked up an appetite? Recharge those batteries with our buffet-style lunch for your journey home.
Summit Location
Our events take place at some of the most prestigious venues in the world. Five-star accommodation, dining and amenities make attending one of our summits both business and pleasure. Being productive has never been so much fun.
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Senior executives love our summits because of the unparalleled opportunity to meet people with ideas on how to move their key projects forward. But don’t just take our word for it…
To discuss how GDS Summits can help you solve your project challenges contact us on: 0117 921 4000 or email sayhello@gdsgroup.com.