Foundation

Our Foundation members are laying the groundwork for the next generation of manufacturers.

Foundation Benefits

Leading the Way:

Automation Alley’s Foundation Members are an exclusive group of brands that are leading the world in promoting the fourth industrial revolution by providing solutions, curating the latest digital content, and developing strategic initiatives that are changing the way we do business.

Our network of technology, manufacturing, professional service, academic, and government entities work together to promote a software-first mindset that leverages the intersections of advanced technologies, systems and people around the region through successful technology integration.

Our Foundation Members make an impact through participation in working groups, roundtables, thought leadership, blogs, and white papers with a commitment to shared resolution for the biggest challenges to manufacturing. It is the vision of the members which enables the mission of the whole to be achieved. This shared vision is the foundation on which we work together to build a stronger future for Michigan.

The Economics of Trust: Why Executives Are Investing in Transparency

by DataOps | Big Data, Culture

Data trust is the new currency of leadership. And today, that currency has real economic value. As organizations push for faster insights, AI adoption, and data-driven decision-making, one challenge rises above the rest: Do people trust the data enough to act on...

Unhappy with Your Firm’s AI ROI? You Need a Chief AI Officer

by WIPFLI | Artificial Intelligence

Within mid-market firms, there’s been much talk about AI as a potential pathway to increased productivity and more effective use of resources. But while many businesses have begun exploring AI tools, one study found that 95% of companies that implemented generative AI...

Turning Your Manufacturing Website into a Sales Engine

by BNP Media | Manufacturing

A manufacturing website is essential to doing business. It showcases capabilities, builds credibility, and helps people learn about your business. But for many, that’s where the story stops. The site looks polished, but it doesn’t work. It doesn’t drive qualified...