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A Devastating Surprise Industries See with AI Integration

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Artificial intelligence is quickly reshaping the process industries, and the organizations that successfully harness their operational data will be the ones that gain a lasting competitive advantage. But before AI can deliver meaningful insights, manufacturers must first bridge the gap between operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT).

In this episode of the Industry Forward podcast, SkyIO’s Fred Husman joins Siemens’ John Nixon to discuss how manufacturers are connecting data from PLCs and other industrial systems to build AI-ready digital twins. Using Constellation Brands as an example, they explore practical strategies for creating a unified data foundation that supports advanced analytics, AI, and smarter operational decision-making.

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