Rewiring Industry: How GenAI Can Pull Manufacturing Back Into Profit
Europe’s industrial manufacturers are caught in a bind. Profitability is slipping, productivity has plateaued, and traditional cost-saving levers have lost their edge. But now, Generative AI is emerging as more than a technological trend—it’s fast becoming a strategy for turning the sector’s fortunes around. This became evident in a study, conducted by Strategy& in partnership with VDMA Software and Digitalization, and presented at Hannover Messe in March 2025.
AI-Based Predictive Maintenance Set to Hit $1.69 Billion by 2030 – Why cloud, edge, and smart data are reshaping industrial upkeep—globally
Industrial maintenance has traditionally been reactive—fixing broken pumps,stalled belts, or unplanned shutdowns. But that’s changing quickly. According to the AI-Based Predictive Maintenance Market Report 2025–2030 by Research and Markets, global spending on AI-powered maintenance tools is expected to grow from USD 939.73 million in 2025 to USD 1.69 billion by 2030.
Trump’s 360° Trade War: What Industrial Leaders Need to Know
Uncertainty is the new normal. President Trump’s aggressive tariff strategy is not just a trade policy—it’s a global shockwave. Companies that move quickly to understand and manage the macroeconomic impacts will be better prepared to weather the volatility and protect competitiveness. Those that wait for clarity may fall behind.

