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How close are we to fully intelligent, autonomous manufacturing?

In this powerful panel discussion from Automate 2025, leaders from Ford Motor Company, SYNAOS, WiBotic, RGo Robotics, and CALTU dive into the reality of intelligent autonomy on factory floors. The session explores what's working, where we still face hurdles, and what innovations are coming next.

🔍 Topics covered:
The difference between autonomy vision vs. deployment reality
Interoperability and infrastructure challenges
How AI is influencing robotics and automation
Futureproofing investments in fast-changing environments
Insights into robot-as-a-service models, mobile robot orchestration, and AI-driven operations

👥 Featured Panelists:
Paul Stevens – Global Strategy Manager for Autonomous Robotics, Ford Motor Company
Wolfgang Hackenberg – CEO & Co-Founder, SYANOS
Ben Waters - Co-founder and CEO, WiBotic
Dan Radomski, CALTU
Amir Bousani, Co-founder and CEO, RGo Robotics

📍 Filmed live at Automate 2025 in Detroit, Michigan.

Key Moments (Timestamps):
0:00 – Welcome and Panel Introductions
2:00 – Defining Intelligent Autonomy in Manufacturing
6:01 – Where Are We Now: Vision vs. Reality
10:57 – The Role of AI in Autonomy Today
15:02 – Challenges with Interoperability and Infrastructure
21:44 – Autonomous Deployment Lessons from Real Use Cases
27:13 – Futureproofing in a Fast-Moving Market
31:00 – CapEx vs. OpEx Approaches in Autonomy
35:17 – Distributed and Scalable Manufacturing Models
37:41 – What’s Next: The Future of Factory Autonomy
43:05 – Closing Reflections and Takeaways