By INFRANOVA Capital · October 2026
Most of the practical value of artificial intelligence in traditional manufacturing sits in unglamorous uses: production scheduling, predictive maintenance, inventory planning, automated reporting and faster quoting.
The common barrier is skills rather than technology. Make UK and PwC research found that 60% of manufacturers cite skills as the main barrier to adopting AI and automation.
The sensible place to start is where there is a clear baseline, a named owner and a measurable payback. Small, well-defined projects build confidence and capability before larger investments are considered.
Sources: Make UK/PwC Executive Survey 2026.
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