FOREWORD

Continuing the Discussion on AI innovation and Circularity in Manufacturing This month ’ s issue has two overriding themes : AI innovation and manufacturing circularity . Both were debated extensively during CES2025 and the World Economic Forum ’ s Davos conference back in January .

This month , we look to continue the discussion , as manufacturers navigate an increasingly disruptive and unpredictable geopolitical landscape .

Highlights of our latest edition include :

• Insights from Lush executives on its sustainable manufacturing operations and reflections from our trip to its UK factory

• How Google Cloud & GFT are breaking down data silos and unlocking AI ’ s potential in manufacturing

• Advice on navigating supply chain disruption from Flex ’ s President of Manufacturing

• An exclusive interview with the CEO of RAK Ceramics on its digital-driven approach to ceramics

Don ’ t forget to check out our rundown of all the innovative features of Boston Dynamics ’ iconic robot dog , Spot .

MANUFACTURING DIGITAL MAGAZINE IS PUBLISHED BY

RACHAEL BROWN

Rachael Brown

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