Panel 07 - FACTORY 4.0 Conference 2026
Workforce 2026
Upskilling for the AI-Powered Factory
Explore how AI literacy, data skills and robotics training can prepare the industrial workforce for smarter, more automated production.
October 7, 2026
ABOUT THE PANEL
Building Skills for the Smart Factory
Industrial workforce upskilling is becoming essential as AI, automation and smart manufacturing reshape industrial roles and skill requirements.
This panel explores practical industrial workforce upskilling strategies focused on AI literacy, data skills, robotics training and workforce resilience.
Experts will also examine talent shortages, job transformation and practical workforce strategies that support resilience, productivity and long-term industrial competitiveness.
PANEL 07
Panel Speakers
Experts in manufacturing, education and workforce development will share practical approaches to upskilling people for AI-enabled industrial environments.
More speakers coming soon
We will be back on August 3 with the complete FACTORY 4.0 speaker lineup.
Are you a technology leader, industry expert, or innovation voice shaping the future of smart manufacturing? Apply to speak at FACTORY 4.0 2026.
Key discussion topics
What the panel will explore
Upskill for the Future
Join FACTORY 4.0 2026 to explore practical upskilling strategies for AI-enabled, automated and competitive manufacturing.