“We’re not just installing tech—we're reinventing the value chain.”— CxO, $65M Manufacturer | Agentic Business Transformation Client
You’ve heard the AI hype. But here’s the truth most consultants won’t tell you:
77% have adopted AI. Only 1% are capturing transformative value.
Right now, the cost of inaction is rising, and a rare 12–18 month “asymmetric advantage window” has opened. If you act now—before AI becomes table stakes—you can lock in a 3+ year competitive edge. But the window is already closing.
Most manufacturers have dipped their toe into AI. But in 2025, the game has changed. Three forces—technology maturity, economic pressure, and falling costs—have collided. This isn’t about experimentation anymore. It’s about locking in long-term market leadership.
Mid-market manufacturers who leverage AI across 3+ functions (maintenance, quality, supply chain, and customer-facing) unlock step-change growth: