Implementing Cutting-Edge Technologies and Streamlined Processes for Flexible, Efficient Automotive Manufacturing

9 September 2025

Detroit, MI, USA

Top 10

US Automotive Manufacturers in Attendance

75%

Automotive Manufacturers

74%

Senior Decision Makers

24

Interactive Sessions

Whilst demand for electric vehicles is accelerating, it is uncertain whether it will be sustained, forcing automakers to build in flexible approaches to their manufacturing strategies. Legacy plants and rigid production lines optimized for traditional models lack the agility to pivot to evolving product mixes, which can lead to missed opportunities and eroding profit margins.

These tightening margins further underscore the need to cut costs and improve efficiency through the intelligent use of I4.0 technologies.

Whilst integrating Industry 4.0 solutions like robotics, AI, and IoT enables this shift towards flexible, demand-driven manufacturing, automakers are finding the fragmented technology stacks and a lack of skilled talent to implement these complex systems effectively as a major factor slowing the pace of adoption and scalability of successful initiatives.

Join auto experts in Detroit to discover how they are aligning organizational structures and processes to enable flexibility to stay ahead of rapidly evolving customer preferences while boosting productivity and profitability across automotive operations.

2024 Automotive Smart Manufacturing Expert Speakers

Brian Breuhan of General Motors speaking at AMG World

Brian Breuhan

Global Manufacturing Optimization Strategist

General Motors

Jeffrey Liaw of Martinrea speaking at AMG World

Jeffrey Liaw

Global Director, Advanced Manufacturing Technology

Martinrea

Tazeen Hossain of Rivian speaking at AMG World

Tazeen Hossain

Sr Digital Product Manager

Rivian

Robert Richard of ZF Axle Drives Marysville speaking at AMG World

Robert Richard

IT Supervisor

ZF Axle Drives Marysville

Muhammad Anas of Gestamp speaking at AMG World

Muhammad Anas

Industry 4.0 Specialist

Gestamp

Gerry Abbey of Copia Automation speaking at AMG World

Gerry Abbey

Director of Product Marketing

Copia Automation

Suraj Visveswaraiya of Volvo Group speaking at AMG World

Suraj Visveswaraiya

Digitalization and IIOT Engineer

Volvo Group

Floyd Dickson of Ujigami speaking at AMG World

Floyd Dickson

Vice President of Sales

Ujigami

Sanjay Ahire of Ford Motor Company speaking at AMG World

Sanjay Ahire

Data Scientist

Ford Motor Company

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2024 Key Themes

Smart Manufacturing for Automotive 2024 Themes

Who you will meet:

Automotive Manufacturing VP’s, Directors, Global Heads,  Managers and Senior Engineers of:

    • Industry 4.0
    • Intelligent Automation / Manufacturing Automation
    • Smart Manufacturing / Digital Manufacturing / Advanced Manufacturing
    • IoT & Connected Devices
    • Data / AI / ML / Manufacturing Analytics
    • Plant Management & Operations
    • Emerging Technology
    • Smart Factories
    • Manufacturing Operations / Engineering / IT
    • Digital Transformation
    • Production
    • Robotics

Solution Providers

Our sponsors, technology & solution providers include:

  • IoT Hardware, Software, Platforms,
    Infrastructure
  • Robotics
  • Data & Analytics
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI) / Machine Learning
    (ML) / Robotics Process Automation (RPA)
  •  Cloud Computing
  • Digital Twins
  • Cobots
  • AGVs / AMRs
  • Cyber Security
  • XR/AR/VR
  • Vision Systems
  • Additive Manufacturing / 3D Printing
  • Predictive Maintenance Systems
  • Integrated ERP / MES / MOM
  • Edge
  • Blockchain

Automotive Past Attendees Include:

2024 Sponsors

Get in touch to be positioned as an industry expert amongst the most prominent and influential players in the development of manufacturing 4.0 technology.

2024 Media Partners

Testimonials

Worlds IO

The event was well planned and executed. The attendees were engaging and collaborative, and the right titles /personas for Worlds. The opportunity to present to the entire group of attendees was extremely valuable and a terrific opportunity to educate, confirm if our messaging resonated and to create leads. The communications up to and including event were also solid.

Global Manufacturing Optimization Strategist, General Motors

Great discussions and insights around a variety of Industry 4.0 technology topics. Excellent networking opportunities as well. My team took a great deal of information and contacts from the program.

So many great conversations during this conference. Thank you For pulling together key auto manufacturer technologists and diverse vendor solution providers for a day of collaboration.

Consulting and Digital Solutions / SICK

Magna International

I thought the content was very relevant and resonates with the journey most companies are undertaking with regards to Digital Transformation

Vice President, IT Business Relationship Management / Magna International

General Motors

Overall the event provided a lot of good discussions, networking and sharing of knowledge.

Advanced Technology ME Global Vehicle System Processing – General Assembly / General Motors

Augmentir

Thank you very much for putting on a great event. The size was perfect just enough folks but intimate enough to engage.

Head of Customer Relationships / Augmentir

Ford Motor Company

Thanks for the opportunity. I enjoyed the way the conference was put together. Specifically, the demos by the vendors. I would like to be involved in your future events so feel free to reach out.

Manager, Manufacturing & IIoT Analytics / Ford Motor Company

Lead Engineer – Technology & Innovation Tooling & Pressed Parts Group, Jaguar Land Rover

The Concept of roundtable discussions was good and worked well

Lead Engineer - Technology & Innovation Tooling & Pressed Parts Group, Jaguar Land Rover

Nimak

Very open discussions were had with open minded individuals.  The event ensured good discussions without any restrictions and allowed us to get to know different perspectives of customers, competitors, etc.

Torben Lauman
Sales Manager, Nimak

General Motors

Interesting discussion format filled with knowledgeable people

Richard Doggart
CI Manager, General Motors

Rivian

Awesome event

Muhammad Majeed
Lead Manufacturing Engineer Rivian Automotive

Grove Automotive LCC

For me this was a great format to present and interact with professionals across the automotive range.  Good mix of OEM and Tier Suppliers.  Very interesting topics of discussion and good information exchange and feedback.  Interesting to learn the differences of large high volume OEM’s vs low volume niche and new energy vehicles.

Chief Engineer, Grove Automotive LCC

Past Event Photos

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Content Highlights

Industry Insights: How Can Disruptive Technologies Transform Your Industry 4.0 Roadmap?

Ahead of September’s Smart Manufacturing for Automotive Summit in Detroit, we spoke with 4 of our official event partners to address what they feel are the benefits of integrating industry 4.0 initiatives, the challenges their solution addresses, and what they’re most looking forward to about sharing their expertise at #SmartManuAuto 2024. Download the article to… Read more »

5-Step Guide to Implementing a Predictive Maintenance Program White Paper

Ahead of the Smart Manufacturing for Automotive Summit on 10 September 2024 in Detroit, MI, USA, we are delighted to share this complimentary whitepaper from Banner Engineering highlighting a 5-step guide to implementing a predictive maintenance program. Complete the form below to access the whitepaper FREE.

Motors, Fans and Pumps: 4 common causes of rotating asset failure and how to prevent them

Ahead of the Smart Manufacturing for Automotive Summit on 10 September 2024 in Detroit, MI, USA, we are delighted to share this complimentary whitepaper from Banner Engineering exploring the 4 common causes of rotating asset failure and how to prevent them. Complete the form below to access the whitepaper FREE.

Navigating the USCAR/CESMII Smart Manufacturing Roadmap

As we prepare for the upcoming Smart Manufacturing for Automotive Summit, we are excited to partner with and share insights from our expert speakers on CESMII’s (The Smart Manufacturing Institute). This roadmap, developed in partnership with USCAR, outlines strategies for fostering a more productive and sustainable automotive manufacturing environment through enhanced interoperability, data-driven orchestration, and… Read more »