AI and Automation Reshape Manufacturing and MedTech at MD&M East

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With a focus on bringing back intentional content curated to address the most current trends and advancement shaping the sector, the event kicked off with a keynote presentation from A.K. Karan of Baxter International, "Baxter's Approach to Optimizing Supply Chains with AI & Machine Learning," showcasing how cloud-connected AI/ML systems with sensor monitoring are revolutionizing manufacturing operations by enabling real-time anomaly detection and predictive maintenance to create resilient production in today's complex global landscape. Emily Winston of Boichik Bagels continued with the keynote "Bridging Tradition and Innovation: Enhancing Quality Food Production Through Automation," demonstrating how an engineering background transformed artisanal bagel-making into a scalable operation where hybrid production systems with robotic arms maintain hand-crafted quality while increasing output to 50,000 bagels daily. Omar Khateeb of Khateeb & Co. presented "The Third Wave: The Future of Big Tech and MedTech," examining strategic acquisition trends of AI companies by larger tech firms and the rise of software-first models in medical device development, highlighting both exciting acquisition opportunities and pressing regulatory concerns.

"Engineering and manufacturing are evolving and accelerating into an era defined by intelligence, connectivity and purpose, "says Melissa Magestro, VP of Informa Markets Engineering. "From AI-driven MedTech to adaptive automation strategies, the energy, ingenuity and conversations at MD&M East reflected not just a showcase of technology, but a collective readiness to lead through changes and advance the dialogue that drive progress."