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February 18, 2026 - Volume 20 Issue 04
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Many manufacturers have implemented partial automation, but creating a "smart" factory necessitates transitioning from isolated machines to a fully integrated data ecosystem. According to Jacob Thompson, product marketing manager at Epicor, the most significant progress is made when automation enhances visibility and control rather than just increasing the number of machines.
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