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Last updated: February 14, 2026

2026 Manufacturing Trends: Tariffs, China+1, Repairability, AI & ‘Smart’ Factories [Podcast]

Posted on December 19, 2025 by Adrian Leighton

As we wrap up 2025 and head into a new year, a lot of importers are asking the same questions: Are tariffs finally calming down—or could we be blindsided again? Is “China + 1” still the right strategy? Is repairability … Continue reading →

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Revolutionizing Manufacturing with AI: Insights from Bryan DeBois [Podcast]

Posted on November 29, 2024 by Adrian Leighton

We explore the transformative world of artificial intelligence (AI) in manufacturing, joined by Bryan DeBois, Director of Industrial AI at Rovisys, a leading system integrator. Bryan brings years of experience in digital transformation, industrial AI, industry 4.0, and smart manufacturing. … Continue reading →

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AI Product Design: How to use AI early during Industrial Design (Examples)

Posted on April 4, 2024 by Adrian Leighton

AI product design appeals to today’s industrial designers who are looking for improvements in efficiency and creativity. We’re going to explore how combining two innovative AI tools, ChatGPT and Midjourney, could change the way designers approach the early concept discovery … Continue reading →

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