Post by Manufacturing Enterprise Solutions Association (MESA) International

The Knowledge Committee at MESA is back again! In this episode of MESA Knows Smart Manufacturing, we explore what it takes to build the modern IT/OT “dream team.” As manufacturers pursue AI, industrial data platforms, cloud integration, cybersecurity modernization, and digital transformation at scale, the traditional boundaries between enterprise IT and operational technology are rapidly disappearing. Joined by Dirk Sweigart, our crew examines the organizational models, leadership strategies, technical skill sets, and cultural changes required to create high-performing cross-functional teams capable of delivering measurable business outcomes. We’ll discuss how leading organizations are balancing governance with agility, integrating operational expertise with modern data and AI capabilities, and redefining the future roles of engineers, architects, and manufacturing leaders. Whether you are just beginning your convergence journey or already scaling smart manufacturing initiatives globally, this conversation will provide practical insights into how people, process, and technology must evolve together to succeed in the next era of industrial transformation. https://lnkd.in/exrXtB_N