The Manufacturing Connection

Artificial intelligence is no longer something “coming someday.” It’s already helping manufacturers improve quality, streamline operations, support workforce decisions, and stay competitive in a rapidly changing environment.

From generative AI tools that speed up documentation and training, to predictive systems that reduce downtime and optimize production, the pace of change is accelerating. Many manufacturers are starting small and then building momentum as they see results.

Read the AI Trends Resource

Our latest resource highlights key AI trends emerging across the manufacturing sector, including where manufacturers are seeing the strongest early returns and what capabilities are becoming essential for the future.

👉 Read the full AI Trends Brief

A Moment of Inspiration

As you review these trends, consider:

• Are you already using AI in small ways—maybe without realizing it?
• Are teams experimenting with tools to support scheduling, maintenance, quoting, or customer communication?
• Could AI help solve one current shop floor or business challenge?

The manufacturers who benefit most from AI aren’t necessarily the largest or most high-tech, they’re the ones willing to explore practical opportunities early.

Enter Our AI Workshop Raffle

To help manufacturers take the next step, AMT is giving away one free seat in an upcoming AI Workshop for Manufacturers.

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Submit by March 6, 2026 — and stay tuned! We’ll notify the winner soon after.

AI is becoming part of modern manufacturing—one practical use case at a time. We hope this resource sparks ideas, conversations, and new possibilities for your business.

Stay tuned for more insights and upcoming opportunities.

Happy New Year!

A new year brings fresh momentum, new possibilities, and a shared opportunity to move manufacturing forward together. As we begin 2026, we are launching our Manufacturing Communication Initiative, a year-long effort designed to deliver practical insights and meaningful perspectives on the technologies, trends, and challenges shaping manufacturing in the NY Southern Tier.

Our goal is simple. To create a resource you can return to throughout the year for clarity, inspiration, and actionable information that supports real progress in your organization.

To kick things off, there is no more timely topic than artificial intelligence. While generative AI has existed for several years, its rapid acceleration has moved it beyond experimentation. Today, AI is delivering practical, reliable solutions that are already being used in manufacturing environments every day.

There is far too much depth to cover in a single discussion, but we can help you begin to see what AI looks like in practice. Below, you will find videos and resources highlighting how manufacturers are applying AI on the shop floor and beyond. These are real facilities, real use cases, and real results. This is what AI delivered for Southern Tier manufacturing through 2025, and we expect even greater impact in 2026.

Explore recent AI case studies:

Skills that Pay Off – AI Training for Manufacturing Results

Cost-Effective AI Camera for Quality Monitoring

Webinar Link:

Unlocking the Real Value of AI for Your Manufacturing Operation Webinar

Stay Tuned—more is coming in our February post, and you won’t want to miss it. We’ll be giving away a seat to an upcoming all-day Generative AI workshop designed to help you bring AI into your business!

Contact us if you want to learn more.

Welcome to our go-to spot for helpful information and updates for Southern Tier manufacturers.

Each month, this page will drop a quick hit of insight, innovation, or opportunity you won’t want to miss, and our 2026 AMT calendar keeps you in the loop.

The first reveal lands January 6, 2026, so be sure to scan the QR4 each month to find out more.