From Concept to Factory: Enabling Smart Manufacturing with the Digital Thread Webinar

We are pleased to announce the second expert-led webinar in the TRANSFORM series, titled “From Concept to Factory: Enabling Smart Manufacturing with the Digital Thread”, hosted by AIM Centre in partnership with Dell Technologies.

This free online session takes place on Wednesday, 10th September at 2:00 PM (Irish time) and will explore the strategic role of the Digital Thread in advancing smart manufacturing across Europe.

About the Webinar

This webinar is part of the TRANSFORM projectTraining and Re-skilling for Smart Manufacturing — a European collaboration funded by Erasmus+ KA210-VET. The TRANSFORM initiative is dedicated to developing digital competencies in the manufacturing sector, focusing on emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), data analytics, and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).

The series is delivered by the three TRANSFORM project partners:

  • - AIM Centre (Ireland)

  • - ESTIA (France)

  • - IESE Business School (Spain)

Together, these sessions provide deep insights into the future of European manufacturing, viewed through the lens of digital transformation, innovation, and sustainability.

Who Should Attend

This session is ideal for manufacturing professionals, digital transformation leaders, technical educators, SMEs, and job seekers who are eager to upskill and remain competitive in an evolving industrial landscape.

Whether you are just beginning your digital transformation journey or are already implementing advanced technologies, this session offers valuable perspectives on building an integrated digital infrastructure across the manufacturing lifecycle.

Meet the Hosts

The session will be presented by two leading voices in digital and smart manufacturing:

  • - Laura Hanlon, Solution Architect for Edge Computing, Dell Technologies Customer Solution Center

  • - David Bermingham, Director of AI, AIM Centre

Together, they will guide participants through the concept of the Digital Thread, highlight key technologies enabling its implementation, and discuss real-world case studies of its adoption across the industry.

About TRANSFORM

TRANSFORM is an Erasmus+ KA210-VET small-scale partnership focused on vocational education and training. The project is designed to support upskilling in areas critical to smart manufacturing, such as AI, MES, and data-driven innovation. By developing flexible and high-quality training materials, TRANSFORM aims to build a skilled workforce capable of leading the next phase of industrial transformation in Europe.

Register to Attend

Participation is free, but registration is required. You can register here.

Stay informed, stay competitive, and join us in shaping the future of European manufacturing.

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