Manufacturers do not need more standalone technology programs. They need a Manufacturing Performance Stack that brings together Cybersecurity, Operational Technology (OT), Engineering, Automation, AI, Data and Workforce Enablement to improve operational performance, resilience, productivity and growth. As manufacturers modernize plants, strengthen supply chains and scale digital operations, they are looking for partners that can connect capabilities across the manufacturing value chain rather than implement isolated solutions.

This session examines how service providers can position their manufacturing capabilities as part of an integrated performance strategy tied directly to business outcomes. Attendees will gain insight into why siloed technology-led approaches are becoming less effective, how leading providers are expanding relationships by connecting services across manufacturing functions and where the greatest opportunities exist for growth within existing accounts. Through manufacturing case studies, ISG market research, benchmarking data and client examples, the session will show how providers can strengthen executive engagement, increase account value and build longer-term strategic partnerships.

The discussion will also explore how manufacturing buyers are shifting from purchasing individual solutions to investing in connected operating models that improve performance across engineering, production, maintenance, quality, supply chain and plant operations. Attendees will leave with a practical framework for aligning capabilities to manufacturing outcomes, differentiating in a competitive market and positioning their organizations to capture the next wave of manufacturing investment through 2027 and beyond.