The future of manufacturing is no longer about automation alone. It is about intelligence AI-driven systems that think, adapt, and act in real time, working alongside people to drive better business outcomes. Over the next decade, artificial intelligence will fundamentally reshape how factories operate, how leaders make decisions, and how value is created.
While much of the industry is still discussing AI’s potential, leading manufacturers are already embedding industrial AI into core workflows to improve margins, increase resilience, and accelerate growth. The next era of manufacturing pairs human expertise with AI-powered intelligence to deliver measurable impact without disrupting existing operations.
This exclusive roundtable brings manufacturing leaders together to cut through the AI noise and have an honest discussion on what works, what doesn’t, and how to move forward aligned to Saudi Arabia’s Future Factories Program and Vision 2030 ambitions.
Keerthie Maruthapillai is the Presales Solution Architect for IFS Middle East, bringing over a decade of experience to the role. Throughout his tenure at IFS, encompassing both consulting and presales, he has played an integral part in compiling tailored solutions using IFS applications to meet customer needs. Keerthie’s responsibilities include preparing and delivering demos, conducting Business Value Engineering, managing RFX processes, and contributing to bid management efforts. His specialization lies in Manufacturing and Supply Chain, where he actively supports customers in achieving their service milestones. Keerthie is passionate about leveraging software solutions to solve complex business challenges at IFS.
Mohamad Salloum is a Presales Solution Architect at IFS, based in Dubai, UAE. He brings over 15 years of experience in ERP, implementation, business consulting, and presales. Mohamad specializes in finance and project management solutions, supporting organizations in streamlining operations and achieving strategic goals through tailored enterprise software implementations.
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