Great Question: A Manufacturing Podcast AI in Motion: How TE Connectivity is Transforming Transportation
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Jul 15, 2025 David Brown, the Vice President and CTO of Transportation Solutions at TE Connectivity, dives into the revolutionary impact of AI on transportation. He discusses how AI accelerates product design and enhances factory operations. The conversation highlights the importance of agility in manufacturing and the need for ongoing engineer training to fully integrate AI. Brown also explores generative AI’s role in design and the significance of organizational support in realizing AI’s potential, paving the way for innovation in the industry.
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Dual AI Strategies at TE Connectivity
- TE Connectivity splits AI initiatives into engineering and manufacturing strategies to maximize impact.
- They use AI hubs, training programs, and generative AI to enhance product development and factory operations.
Focus AI Training on Outcomes
- Focus AI training on clear, outcome-driven goals to engage engineers effectively.
- Address language and accessibility to reduce fear and skepticism about AI adoption.
Enable AI with Data and Low-Code Tools
- Prioritize access to high quality data for effective AI use.
- Leverage low-code and no-code AI tools to empower more engineers without deep programming skills.