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SOUTHWEST Session: Most manufacturers begin their AI journey with high expectations, yet research shows that 95 percent of GenAI projects fail to create real business value. A common trap is the shiny object syndrome, where leaders and empowered employees chase trendy tools that look impressive but do little to address core operational challenges. This is why only 5 percent of enterprise-built AI tools ever make it into production. The companies that succeed take a different path. They delve into the business itself, uncovering where AI can make the most significant difference. Predictive maintenance that prevents costly downtime, quality control that reduces waste, and supply chain optimization that improves resilience are just a few areas where measurable impact becomes possible. What often separates success from failure is expertise. Internal teams, no matter how skilled, can be limited by organizational bias, resource gaps, and familiar ways of thinking. That is why internal builds succeed only a third of the time. Third-party AI experts, on the other hand, bring fresh perspectives that identify blind spots, challenge assumptions, and apply proven frameworks that raise the success rate to nearly 70 percent. With the proper guidance, AI stops being an expensive experiment and becomes a powerful, revenue-generating asset. For manufacturers, this shift marks the difference between falling behind and building a sustainable competitive edge.

SOUTHWEST Session: Understand the essential steps for achieving CMMC compliance in this essential session. Colin Gilchrist will provide a comprehensive guide for organizations looking to bridge the gap between cybersecurity requirements and business growth, ensuring a strong compliance foundation.

SOUTHWEST Session: LillyWorks’ Protected Flow Manufacturing (PFM) solves “The Late Problem” for manufacturers by implementing the “Dynamic Production Method” (DPM). DPM applies 3 principles from Lean/TOC and other manufacturing improvement techniques to deliver fast results so that Manufacturers can quickly see their On-Time Delivery go up, and their production lead-times go down. Manufacturers can implement DPM quickly using LillyWorks’ Protected Flow Manufacturing (PFM) software. PFM speeds the flow of information to production personnel, so they have the visibility to make the right decisions to accelerate the flow of material and workorders through the manufacturing shop. Manufacturers implementing PFM typically see significant improvements in OTD, reductions in production leadtimes, and increased throughput within 60 – 90 days. PFM can be used in a stand-alone mode, or tied directly to the company’s ERP system.

Speaker at SOUTHWEST: Michael Crismon, SL MFG Sales Engineer, Epicor

SOUTHWEST Session: In today’s manufacturing landscape, effective communication isn’t just about speed—it’s about intelligence. As the industry faces growing complexity across global supply chains, workforce dynamics, and customer expectations, the ability to turn data into dialogue has become a defining competitive edge. This session, presented by Epicor , explores how manufacturers can harness Artificial Intelligence to transform business communications —from automating customer and supplier interactions to enabling real-time insights across production, sales, and service operations. Attendees will gain a practical understanding of how AI-driven tools can streamline collaboration, reduce administrative overhead, and enhance decision-making accuracy across the enterprise. We’ll showcase real-world examples of manufacturers leveraging Epicor’s AI-powered solutions to personalize communications, predict operational needs, and empower teams to focus on innovation rather than information management. Whether you’re seeking to modernize internal workflows or elevate customer engagement, this session offers a roadmap to achieving measurable ROI through intelligent communication ecosystems. Takeaway: Discover how AI is redefining the way manufacturers connect, collaborate, and compete—one conversation at a time.

SOUTHWEST Exhibitor: hyperMILL® is a modular and flexible CAM solution for 2.5D, 3D and 5-axis milling as well as mill turning and machining operations such as high-speed cutting (HSC) and high-performance cutting (HPC), with everything integrated in a single interface. The special applications for milling impellers, blisks, turbine blades, tubes and tire molds complete the range of functions available in hyperMILL®. Complete machining with just one CAM system and one postprocessor Complete machining for milling and mill turning with just one CAM software and just one post­processor results in integrated processes and minimized machining times, while also increasing reliability – for maximum process reliability, cost efficiency and quality. hyperMILL® provides the maximum possible benefits to customers thanks to its full compatibility with all current CAD solutions. hyperMILL® is offered as a direct integration for leading CAD systems: SOLIDWORKS and Autodesk® Inventor® as well as for OPEN MIND's own ‘CAD-for-CAM’ solution: hyperCAD®-S Increased competitiveness with hyperMILL® OPEN MIND customers benefit from leading 5-axis and postprocessor technology as well as diverse options for automation. These help to ensure a high level of competitiveness. The CAD/CAM systems from OPEN MIND meet the highest requirements worldwide in the tool and mold manufacturing, production machining, automobile, aerospace, motorsports, medical engineering and turbine machining industries.

SOUTHWEST Exhibitor: ARC Specialties designs and builds automated manufacturing systems and robotic cells for welding, cutting, material removal, and many other manufacturing processes.  Since 1983 ARC Specialties has provided innovative solutions including engineering and consulting services, robotic systems integration, turnkey systems, machine tools, controls and software. ARC Specialties has installations worldwide, and each of ARC’s systems is backed by our excellent service, technical support, and training. The combination of experience, technology, and reputation makes ARC Specialties the leader in a competitive marketplace.

SOUTHWEST Exhibitor: Our vision is to provide innovative and effective fluid solutions to those in need of products that will truly make a difference to their bottom line. We also take pride in providing safe and effective products. We understand machine operators, maintenance crews, and engineers come into contact with our products daily. To ensure safety and cleanliness, our products are formulated without chlorinated paraffin, traditional sulfurized fats, or animal fats and are low VOC and low HAP. We are constantly expanding our blending and raw material storage capabilities. This allows us to be highly responsive to customer needs, ensuring their needs are met from product development to delivery. We encourage all of our clients to feel comfortable contacting us so they can learn how we are able to help them increase their profits.

SOUTHWEST Exhibitor: SHAPE DESIGN TECHNOLOGIES, INC.   »Authorized DP Technology's ESPRIT CAM Reseller, Zoller, CIMCO       »Located In Houston, Texas   »Providing Local Support, Training, Automation, and Post Processor Optimization