The AI Advantage in Manufacturing

Published On:
August 29, 2025
Authored By:
APQC
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From smarter forecasting to fewer product defects and more optimized inventories, AI is reshaping how manufacturers operate. In late 2024, APQC surveyed 2,500 organizations to understand how AI is impacting performance on key manufacturing measures. 

The results are clear: Organizations that use AI extensively in manufacturing report significant improvements in forecast accuracy, product quality, and inventory management. Whether you're just beginning your AI journey or scaling up across plants, our findings offer insight into where AI is delivering the most value in manufacturing and how you can start capturing it.