{"679204":{"#nid":"679204","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Georgia Tech Manufacturing Institute Hosts 10th Annual Internet of Things for Manufacturing Symposium ","body":[{"value":"\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn the rapidly evolving world of manufacturing, embracing digital connectivity and artificial intelligence is crucial for optimizing operations, improving efficiency, and driving innovation. Internet of Things (IoT) is a key pillar of that process, enabling seamless communication and data exchange across the manufacturing process by connecting sensors, equipment, and applications through internet protocols.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/research.gatech.edu\/manufacturing\u0022 rel=\u0022noreferrer noopener\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EGeorgia Tech Manufacturing Institute\u003C\/a\u003E (GTMI) recently hosted the 10th annual \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/iotfm2024.fis.gatech.edu\/\u0022 rel=\u0022noreferrer noopener\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EInternet of Things for Manufacturing (IoTfM) Symposium\u003C\/a\u003E, a flagship event that continues to set the standard for innovation and collaboration in the manufacturing sector. Held on Nov. 13, the symposium brought together industry leaders, researchers, and practitioners to explore the latest advancements and applications of IoT in manufacturing.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u0022The purpose is to bring the voice of manufacturers directly to the university community,\u0022 explained \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/people.research.gatech.edu\/node\/3981\u0022 rel=\u0022noreferrer noopener\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EAndrew Dugenske,\u003C\/a\u003E a principal research engineer and director of the \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.fis.gatech.edu\/\u0022 rel=\u0022noreferrer noopener\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EFactory Information Systems Center\u003C\/a\u003E at GTMI. \u0022It\u0027s about learning from industry to guide our research, education, and knowledge base, which is inherent to Georgia Tech.\u0022\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EInitiated over a decade ago, the IoTfM Symposium has grown into a premier event that highlights Georgia Tech\u0027s commitment to advancing manufacturing technologies.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u0022This symposium provides a unique platform to share and learn from cutting-edge advancements in IoT and now AI for manufacturing,\u201d said Dago Mata, regional director of business development at Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and one of the event\u2019s speakers. \u201cThe opportunity to engage with industry leaders and showcase practical, real-world implementations was highly motivating.\u0022\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis year\u2019s symposium welcomed over 100 attendees from across the country. Speakers from TCS, Amazon Web Services, Southwire, and more shared insights on the latest advancements, use cases, current challenges, and future directions for IoT in manufacturing processes.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u201cMy favorite aspect was the case studies presented by major manufacturers, highlighting successful IoT and AI implementations,\u0022 said Mata, who has attended the symposium since 2018. \u0022These provided actionable takeaways and inspiration for driving similar innovation in my projects \u2014 the blend of exclusive learning from real-world applications and the presence of diverse experts made it a truly practical and inspiring event.\u0022\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA distinctive feature of the IoTfM Symposium is its commitment to providing a platform for industry partners to voice their perspectives on powerful manufacturing research, says Dugenske. \u0022We ask our industry partners to tell us about their experiences, challenges, and future predictions. This way, we can guide our research with the real-world needs of the manufacturing sector to form stronger collaborations and better prepare our students.\u0022\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis unique format not only enhances the relevance of the symposium but also fosters a collaborative environment where industry leaders can learn from each other and from Georgia Tech\u0027s academic community.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs GTMI looks to the future, the symposium will continue to evolve, incorporating new elements and expanding its reach. Dugenske envisions even greater integration with other GTMI initiatives and broader industry engagement.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u0022Our goal is to create an event that highlights our capabilities and builds deeper connections within the manufacturing community.\u201d\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E","summary":"","format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe event brought together industry leaders to explore IoT advancements in manufacturing, providing a platform for industry partners to share their perspectives and guide important research.\u003C\/p\u003E","format":"limited_html"}],"field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The event brought together industry leaders to explore IoT advancements in manufacturing, providing a platform for industry partners to share their perspectives and guide important research."}],"uid":"35575","created_gmt":"2025-01-06 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