Advanced manufacturing and supply chains

Society is entering the Intelligent Age – an era defined by far more than technology alone and transforming all aspects of society. In this new era, industrial operations are being redefined as frontier technologies deliver advancements facilitating collaborative intelligence and amplifying human ingenuity.

This white paper presents a bold yet actionable vision of one such frontier technology – AI agents. It outlines how AI agents create tangible value in industrial operations and deliver on the vision of self-controlling, near-autonomous systems. It highlights the transformative potential of two types of AI agents – virtual AI agents and embodied AI agents – and provides insights and case studies from leading industries while challenging conventional thinking and inspiring new strategies.

Successfully navigating the transition to near-autonomous, AI-agent-driven operations requires manufacturers to adopt a comprehensive, value-driven approach. Establishing strong organizational and technological foundations that support this vision will be crucial to capture the technology’s full potential.