Executive Industry roundtable – How to achieve efficiency in production?

How to achieve efficiency in production? 

In an era defined by rapid technological change and shifting market dynamics, the ability to not just adapt, but to thrive, sets apart the leaders in the manufacturing sector.  This webinar is designed for C-level technology leaders poised to guide their organizations through these changes with agility and foresight. This interactive online event will provide insights into current topics such as digitalization and emerging technologies, and the future of work.
Join us for an engaging roundtable discussion where industry leaders from Etteplan, Fastems, Scanfil, and the University of Tampere will come together to explore innovative strategies and best practices for achieving production efficiency. 

Gain valuable insights into industry trends and proven methods to overcome efficiency challenges in the production sector. 

Agenda

April 9th, 2025 | 11 AM – 12 PM EET

Welcome and introductions

Panel discussion: Digitalization & Emerging Technologies

Advanced Automation in Manufacturing
•     Enabling collaboration between humans and machines
•     Exploring how automation is redefining efficiency on the factory floor.

Integration Challenges and Opportunities
•     How businesses can integrate advanced technologies such as AI, digital twin, and virtual reality into existing workflows. 
•     The potential benefits and the obstacles that companies face during this integration.

Future Trends in Technology Adoption
•     Which technologies are expected to have the most significant impact on industries 
•     How companies can prepare to adopt these innovations.
 
Panel discussion: The Future of Work

Navigating Labor Shortages with Technology
•     How automation and digital tools can be solutions to the lack of skilled workers. 
•     Strategies for upskilling and reskilling the existing workforce to manage and work alongside new technologies.

The Socioeconomic Impact of Automation
•     Examining how the rise of automation can enhance competitiveness by transforming various job sectors.
•     Potential policy responses and company strategies to leverage automation for maintaining a competitive edge in the market.

Reshoring as a Strategic Move
•     Analyzing the trend of reshoring manufacturing and services in response to global market changes and technological advancements. 

Wrap up