Infosys Manufacturing Tech Index: AI Pulse

AI in Manufacturing: Beyond Pilots. A Shift in Enterprise Strategy and Scale Download the Report

Infosys Manufacturing Tech Index: AI Pulse

Gain a clear view of how large manufacturers are adopting, funding, and operationalizing AI. Based on a global survey of 650 senior executives at companies with revenues over $1B, the report benchmarks how AI is creating value, where it is falling short, and what foundations are still needed to scale AI across operations.

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Key Insights

AI is reshaping manufacturing, but execution defines who wins. Though it is widely adopted, value creation remains uneven. Our findings from the Infosys Manufacturing Tech Index: AI Pulse, Volume 1 highlight three truths shaping what comes next for AI in manufacturing.

AI is Now a Core Strategic Capital Commitment

AI has moved beyond experimentation into the core of manufacturing decision-making.

75% of manufacturers have embedded AI into their strategy, signalling long-term commitment rather than short-term trials.

Strategic Intent Alone Does Not Guarantee Success

Declaring AI a priority increases the number of initiatives launched but does not ensure business impact.

Only 1 in 5 AI initiatives meet business objectives.

Execution Bottlenecks Limit AI Value

As AI moves deeper into operations, foundational challenges form the real constraint.

Cybersecurity (23%) and data (21%) are cited as the top challenges to scaling AI.

Key Takeaways for Manufacturers

Run AI like a capital investment

Apply clear stage gates, value checkpoints, and exit initiatives.

Strengthen execution foundations

Prioritize data architecture and cybersecurity governance.

Secure the IT-OT boundary early

Address cybersecurity and data readiness at the IT/OT seam to enable control as AI scales.

Enable the workforce to realize value

Equip talent with the skills to trust, adopt, and act on AI insights in daily decision-making.

Leverage external partners strategically

Engage external expertise to accelerate deployment, while building internal capabilities.

Leadership Speak

Perspectives from senior leaders on how AI adoption and execution are evolving.

From ambition to impact: Hear Jasmeet Singh, EVP & Global Head of Manufacturing at Infosys, introduce the Infosys Manufacturing AI Index: AI Pulse and explain how manufacturers are operationalizing AI to deliver measurable value.

Thought Leadership

In-depth insights on how AI and technology are shaping today’s business landscape.

AI in Manufacturing: From Strategic Intent to Operational Reality

Insights from Jasmeet Singh, EVP & Global Head of Manufacturing at Infosys

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