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The Path to Next-Generation Manufacturing: How Software-Defined Systems Enable Scalable, Intelligent AI
Originally Recorded August 14, 2025 | 11 AM-12 PM ET
ABOUT THIS WEBINAR
Manufacturing is transforming through software-defined infrastructure, which replaces rigid, proprietary systems with modular, intelligent control. This session examines how industry leaders are leveraging open, flexible systems to accelerate innovation, enhance efficiency, and ultimately lower costs. Featuring real-world examples, we’ll highlight how Intel and its ecosystem of alliance partners — through edge virtualization, secure compute, and modular integration — enable this shift, and why software-defined foundations are critical for advancing industrial automation and enabling scalable AI at the industrial edge.
Key Takeaways:
- Software-defined manufacturing fundamentals
- Transitioning from legacy to open, modular systems
- Enabling scalable industrial AI at the edge
- Real-world case studies and proven deployments
- Intel technologies for secure, agile industrial infrastructure
- Partner ecosystem and collaborative innovation
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Kelly Switt, Senior Director, Intelligent Edge Global Business Development Lead, Red Hat
Kelly Switt leads the Industrial Edge business globally at Red Hat. Her organization is responsible for the development and delivery of software defined solutions designed to meet the future needs of the manufacturing and energy sectors. She is a transformation strategist who believes networked partnerships will elevate the community to become more open. Over the past 25 years, her focused approach has led organizations to achieve goals from securing marketing share through new product entrance, M&A integration and operational digitization. Her work was recognized by receiving the Transformation Leader of the Year Award by the prestigious Women in IT organization.
Ricky Watts, Sr. Director, Industrial and Robotic Division, Intel
With over 30 years of experience, Ricky is a seasoned leader in driving innovation for positive global impact. Throughout his career, he has spearheaded product marketing and business development initiatives across diverse sectors, including industrial, telecommunications, and embedded technologies such as control automation, medical devices, energy, and transportation. Drawing from his extensive background in the industrial and telecom sectors, Ricky offers valuable insights into how next-generation connectivity solutions can accelerate the transition to smart manufacturing, particularly in automation. Having worked internationally, he has gained valuable insights from living and working in various regions, including Asia, the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. His previous roles at companies like Motorola, Aircom International, British Telecom, and Wind River Systems have equipped him with a global outlook and a deep understanding of industry dynamics.
Robert Huschka, VP of Education Strategies, Association for Advancing Automation (A3)
Robert Huschka is the Vice President of Education Strategies at the Association for Advancing Automation (A3), where he leads the development of educational programs and identifies emerging technology trends to integrate into A3's offerings. Before joining A3 in January 2018, Huschka spent 18 years at the Detroit Free Press, including serving as Executive Editor, where he was recognized for his expertise in audience growth, community building, and content strategy. He holds a degree from the University of North Dakota.
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