Brian Ellis
Speaker at SOUTHEAST: Brian Ellis, Founder, Docket
Speaker at SOUTHEAST: Brian Ellis, Founder, Docket
SOUTHEAST Session: As global manufacturing enters the next wave of industrial transformation, the convergence of digital threads and IoT is reshaping the way products are designed, built, and maintained. A digital thread creates a seamless flow of data across the product lifecycle — from design and engineering to production and aftermarket service. When paired with IoT-enabled smart factories, this integration unlocks unprecedented operational visibility, agility, and intelligence. This session explores how manufacturers are leveraging IoT to create connected ecosystems that power predictive maintenance, real-time quality control, autonomous operations, and closed-loop decision-making. We will discuss practical frameworks for implementing digital threads and highlight ROI-driven success stories from discrete and process manufacturing. Participants will walk away with a clear understanding of: The role of IoT sensors, edge computing, and AI in transforming factory floors Use cases that demonstrate measurable gains in OEE, sustainability, and workforce efficiency A roadmap for integrating IoT into existing manufacturing systems without disrupting operations This talk is essential for manufacturing leaders looking to accelerate their Industry 4.0 journey and future-proof their operations through connected intelligence.
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Speaker at SOUTHEAST: Jordan Walker, Sr Applications Engineer, Hawk Ridge Systems
Speaker at SOUTHEAST: Patrick Ives, Head of Operations, PRYM
Speaker at SOUTHEAST: Nick LaVigne, Director of Greenwood Manufacturing Operations, Monti Inc.
Speaker at SOUTHEAST: Michelle Leon, Operations Manager, Levil Technology
SOUTHEAST Exhibitor: AutoForm was founded in Zurich, Switzerland, in 1995 and has continually grown at a rapid pace. Recognized as the leading provider of software for product manufacturability, tool and material cost calculation, die face design and virtual stamping as well as BiW assembly process optimization. The company has profoundly revolutionized the market with its innovations for rapid and reliable validation of the design, engineering and manufacturing processes. Today, AutoForm’s software addresses the major challenges in the automotive industry, such as CO2 emissions reduction and fuel savings, weight reduction, material consumption optimization of the body-in-white, increasing safety regulations, digitalization and implementation of Industry 4.0. However, there are still many unresolved challenges regarding sheet metal forming not only in the automotive industry but in other industries as well. AutoForm is becoming involved in medical and electrical appliance sectors and white goods industry. Since our foundation, we have proven to be a reliable, long-term partner for our customers and their sustained success. In our mission to provide state-of-the-art software through continuous investment in research and development, we will continue to be your best choice. Through our dedication to be the best at what we do, you can be sure that AutoForm will lead the way in advanced technological solutions that give you the competitive advantage. All of the major automotive OEMs and the majority of their suppliers have selected AutoForm as their software of choice. Over 3500 users in more than 1000 companies in 50 countries around the world trust in AutoForm for their key engineering and manufacturing operations.
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