Discrete manufacturers made the AI bet. Here’s why it’s only half paying off

The missing intelligence layer that's keeping procurement AI from delivering on its promise.  

By April Guenet, Product Marketing Manager, aPriori • July 27, 2026

Wistron opens manufacturing plant for Nvidia AI systems

The 324,000-square-foot, $700 million Texas facility produces advanced Nvidia chips and will play a key role in bolstering the company's U.S.-based artificial intelligence supply chain.

By Jeff Kinney • July 24, 2026

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The Rise of AI in Manufacturing

How are manufacturers using AI, and what should leaders know about the technology? 

By Manufacturing Dive staff

Despite steep decline in cyberattacks targeting manufacturers, threats remain high: report

Cyber threats dropped 56.2% in the first half of 2026, but the attack surface is expanding as companies scale connected equipment across their operations, SonicWall reported.

By Nathan Owens • July 23, 2026

AI-assisted training: How Google Cloud is addressing workforce challenges

Companies can leverage AI to enhance onboarding and inspections through audio, video and image validation, said Praveen Rao, Google Cloud’s global head of manufacturing.

By Nathan Owens • July 22, 2026

JetZero inks EXIM $3B request for North Carolina plant funding

The letter of interest is under export credit agency’s Make More in America Initiative, a program that helps manufacturers secure capital for their facilities, equipment and infrastructure in the U.S.

By Sara Samora • July 21, 2026

Beyond AI ambition: Turning intelligence into real impact

Discover how leading manufacturers are turning AI ambition into measurable operational impact.

By Jasmeet Singh, Executive Vice President and Global Head of Manufacturing, Infosys • July 20, 2026

TSMC makes another $100B US investment

The funding will result in four additional advanced semiconductor manufacturing facilities, bringing the company’s total in the U.S. to 12, the National Institute of Standards and Technology said.

By Jeff Kinney • July 17, 2026

‘Always-on’ supply chains are becoming the norm, experts say

Manufacturers and retailers that moved early on their digital transformations and automation strategies are starting to reap the benefits, experts said at Supply Chain Dive’s outlook event.

By Nathan Owens • July 16, 2026

Microsoft, 3M form AI, data center R&D partnership

The joint effort is part of the chemical and cable manufacturer’s commitment to develop and produce electronic components to meet surging artificial intelligence and data center demand.

By Sara Samora • July 16, 2026

Lite-On Technology to establish $919M manufacturing campus in Texas

The Taiwan-based electronics manufacturer is also establishing its North American headquarters in the Dallas-Fort Worth area as it aims to cash in on AI and data center demand. 

By Sara Samora • July 15, 2026

Majority of manufacturers struggle to scale execution systems: Rockwell

Integration of separate, patchwork systems has become one of the biggest industry challenges in the era of AI and growing cyber risk, according to a recent report.

By Nathan Owens • July 15, 2026

The AI gap in manufacturing is real — and it’s compounding

Every AI cycle your competitors complete without you widens a gap that grows harder to close.

July 13, 2026

Micron ups US manufacturing, supply chain pledge to $253B

The DRAM maker is also spending up to $3 billion toward the semiconductor supply chain, including $500 million to boost GlobalWafer’s manufacturing and R&D capabilities at its fab in Texas.

By Sara Samora • July 10, 2026

Deere settles right to repair dispute with FTC

The settlement requires Deere to provide farmers and independent repair providers the same equipment repair resources it provides its authorized dealers for the next 10 years, the FTC said.

By Jeff Kinney • July 10, 2026

Ford, GM sign memory supply agreements with Micron

The deals will strengthen the automakers’ sources of supply for memory and storage for use in next-generation vehicles.

By Phil Neuffer • July 9, 2026

Apple, Broadcom pledge at least $30B to produce more US chips

The new multiyear agreement is part of a larger $600 billion commitment and includes expansion of a facility in Fort Collins, Colorado.

By Jeff Kinney • July 9, 2026

How a drone maker aims to fix the supply chain

Powerus co-founder and U.S. Army veteran Brett Velicovich explains how the company is working to bring the drone end-to-end manufacturing process to the United States.

By Sara Samora • July 8, 2026

Solstice Advanced Materials to acquire specialty chemicals firm for $14.5B

The Element Solutions deal aligns with the data center cooling supplier’s electronics growth strategy, which includes formulation and research and development.

By Sara Samora • July 7, 2026

Digital twins, software maturity and other automation trends

AI-powered simulation technology and other types of robotics software are becoming more powerful and cost-effective for manufacturers.

By Nathan Owens , Katie Pyzyk • July 1, 2026

Cobots become simpler, smarter with AI

Collaborative robots have taken off in recent years as artificial intelligence makes them useful for a wider variety of applications.

By Katie Pyzyk • July 1, 2026

Manufacturing conferences and trade shows to watch in 2026

Upcoming industry events will showcase the latest products and cover topics ranging from tariff mitigation and automation to workforce retention strategies.

By Manufacturing Dive Staff • Updated July 1, 2026

Where to start with mobile automation

Formova’s leadership outlined what companies should consider when transitioning their operations to accommodate automated guided vehicles or mobile robots.

By Nathan Owens • July 1, 2026

Rocket Lab to acquire Iridium Communications for $8B

The deal will be the rocket manufacturer’s “shortcut” to enter the space applications market, CEO Peter Beck said. Accessing Iridium’s spectrum could also help level the playing field with rival SpaceX.

By Sara Samora • June 30, 2026

Onsemi agrees to buy Synaptics for about $7B

Onsemi said it believes the all-stock transaction will enhance its global position in physical artificial intelligence.

By Jeff Kinney • June 30, 2026

Humanoid hype, surging investor capital and the state of industrial robots

Executives discussed the future of robotics, from bipedal prototypes and increased automation demand to growing accessibility for manufacturers of all sizes.

By Nathan Owens • June 30, 2026