Industry 4.0: Closing the Loop Between Visionary and Practical

The fourth industrial revolution has prompted manufacturers to digitize their factories, bringing together information technology and operational technology to create a cyberphysical network. This technology showcase will address the need to close the loop between innovative thinking and practical application with a special emphasis on the advantages that come from being an early adopter of new technology. Attendees will hear from MIT’s Dr. Neil Gershenfeld about breaking down boundaries between digital and physical worlds followed by the opportunity to connect with Dr. Gershenfeld in an interactive session to discuss his current work, “Assembling Assemblers.” Participants will also explore completed MxD projects that have practical applications and hear unique industry perspectives on closing the loop between pilot and practice.

Date: May 21, 2019

Time: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Location: MxD (1415 N. Cherry Avenue, Chicago, IL 60642)

Registration Deadline: May 17 by 5:00 PM CT

Reasons to Attend

• Hear from MIT’s Dr. Neil Gershenfeld about his current efforts on “Assembling Assemblers” and breaking down boundaries between digital and physical worlds

• Understand the advantages of being an early adopter of innovative technology such as Artificial Intelligence (AI)

• Explore a selection of completed MxD projects that closed the loop between visionary ideas and practical applications within a factory setting

• Learn from industry leaders about their movement from pilot projects to practical applications of new digital technology

• Network with MxD members including manufacturers, solution providers, and universities who are engaged in developing and deploying more effective technology

Who Should Attend

The ideal attendees are manufacturing professionals who are involved in and responsible for crafting and deploying digital strategy within their organization, as well as academics, solution providers, and government representatives who are interested in working collaboratively to progress digital technology within the manufacturing sector.

Tentative agenda to come.