Why Data Is the Foundation for AI and Smart Manufacturing Success

At CBT’s 2024 More Than MFG Expo, Matt Feldhues, Mike Stevens, Kasey Jastrzembowski and Jake Hall shared real-world insight into how AI is becoming part of day-to-day manufacturing, and why data is the foundation for leveraging smart manufacturing practices. About CBT CBT is the region’s largest industrial distributor, providing our customers with the latest products, technologies, services, and solutions in the fields of automation, networking, pneumatics, belting & conveyor, electrical & lighting supplies, and mechanical power transmission equipment. At CBT, our mission is to serve as the best business partner for our customers, suppliers, CBT employees, and stakeholders. We continue to invest in the best people, technologies, and products in order to provide a customer experience like no other. Our team of industry-leading Specialists and highly skilled employees deliver winning strategies that drive customer productivity, profitability, and company success. Delivering strategic industrial automation solutions, services, and technology…CBT DOES THAT. About Our Panelists: Mike Stevens brings more than 23 years of IT leadership to his role as Digital Solutions Director at CBT Company. His experience spans smart manufacturing, AI integration, cloud platforms like Azure, data strategy, and DevOps. Prior to CBT, he led BI and Innovation at General Cable Corporation (now Prysmian Group). Mike specializes in driving digital transformation across industrial environments, with expertise in project management, agile methodologies, and enterprise system integration. Kasey Jastrzembowski is a Technical Director for the P&G Global Fem Care business. She sets the end-to-end technical strategy for the organization’s digital transformation leading intelligent controls, automation, and the manufacturing digital foundations. In her 15 years of experience across Baby and Fem Care, she has delivered integrated equipment and IT/OT designs that both deliver on production needs and transform the plants into a modern automated approach. She is an advocate for women in technology and building capability across the organization to deliver scalable integrated strategies that accelerate our transformation and deliver business value. Matt Feldhues is driven by curiosity, a strong work ethic, and a genuine interest in helping others succeed. Both in his career and personal life, he’s focused on doing meaningful work and finding ways to improve how things operate whether it’s a process, a project, or a team. Matt thrives when he’s supporting those around him, and he’s at his best when he’s helping others reach their goals. Always looking for better solutions and new perspectives, Matt brings energy and purpose to everything he does. 👍 Like this video if these smart manufacturing insights were valuable 🔔 Subscribe for more executive strategies on digital transformation and automation 💬 Comment below, what’s your company’s biggest opportunity or challenge with smart manufacturing?