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16 MiMfg Magazine April 2018 MFG Forum: Become a Leader in Industry 4.0 The forth industrial revolution has begun, and with it, powerful technologies and processes that will dramatically change the manufacturing landscape are emerging. Industry 4.0 is more than a buzz word, it embodies the opportunities and challenges for manufacturers to create new value in a changing world. It is imperative that manufacturers understand how to compete in this new economy while protecting their company, their people and their intellectual property. In 2018, MMA is proud to partner again with the National Center for Manufacturing Science to help manufacturers of all sizes understand the growing importance of Industry 4.0. Industry 4.0 and Your Future Business At its core, Industry 4.0 represents the convergence of physical and digital technologies including: robotics, Internet of Things (IoT), analytics, additive manufacturing, augmented reality and autonomous vehicles. Learn from a global manufacturing I strategist how businesses must compete to capitalize on new opportunities and what your next great innovation may look like. Technology’s Impact on Manufacturers Large and Small The challenges of the fourth industrial revolution don’t just affect large corporations; they challenge manufacturers of all sizes all across the supply chain. Attendees will hear from a panel of manufacturing leaders — representing businesses small, medium and large — about the impact behind Industry 4.0, ways to utilize new technology and the many lessons learned along the way. Register Today! Date & Time Wednesday, May 9, 2018 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Location Suburban Collection Showplace, Novi Pricing $150/person for MMA Industry and Associate members $250/person for MMA Insurance and Future members Registration Online: mimfg.org Phone: 517-487-8521 E-mail: [email protected] Past Attendees Say “I highly recommend decision- makers attend the MMA MFG Forum in the future. The Forum provides a good balance of value adding presentations and solid net- working opportunities. This was my first and I plan on attending in all future MMA MFG Forums.” — Phil Sponsler, Orbitform “MMA brought their game to this year’s forum. Very timely and thought provoking topics coupled with a solid speaker lineup. Excellent Job!” — Thomas Alongi, UHY LLP “The MFG Forum was invaluable to me and my team. The keynote and discussion panels were highly informative, lively, and helped motivate me to make positive changes in my organization.” — Eric Bowers, Butterball Farms Inc.