The manufacturing industry in North America is undergoing its fourth evolution into a high-technology, digitalized, and data-driven industry. This Industry 4.0 period began long before the COVID-19 pandemic affected global society but has been accelerated in response to many of the challenges associated with it. In this report, we examine and explore the current manufacturing industry in North America and the challenges and opportunities it faces as adoption of Industry 4.0 thinking, tools, standards, and processes becomes more widespread.
The manufacturing industry in North America is undergoing its fourth evolution into a high-technology, digitalized, and data-driven industry. This Industry 4.0 period began long before the COVID-19 pandemic affected global society but has been accelerated in response to many of the challenges associated with it. In this report, we examine and explore the current manufacturing industry in North America and the challenges and opportunities it faces as adoption of Industry 4.0 thinking, tools, standards, and processes becomes more widespread.
Travel Accommodations
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If you are looking to travel to the Cleveland/Chattanooga area for one of our Smart Factory Institute events or training classes, you can receive the special Smart Factory Institute booking rate with these featured hotels.
Fairfield by Marriott
Cleveland, TN
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Complimentary Hot Breakfast
Spacious Guest Rooms with ergonomic workstations, fast Wi-Fi, and Smart TVs with streaming access (Netflix, Hulu, etc.).
24-Hour Business Center – Equipped for printing, scanning, and workspace needs.
Free High-Speed Wi-Fi
Meeting Room Availability – Great for small team gatherings, interviews, or private consulting discussions.
Indoor Heated Pool
24-Hour Fitness Center
Guest Laundry Facilities and Dry Cleaning Services
24-Hour Market – Snacks, drinks, and light meals available anytime.
Complimentary Coffee & Tea Service in the lobby, available 24/7.​​
Courtyard by Marriott Chattanooga Downtown
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The Courtyard by Marriott in downtown Chattanooga is just blocks from the Tennessee Aquarium, Tennessee River, Coolidge Park, UT Chattanooga and within walking distance to over 32 restaurants. Enjoy an evening out across the street from our downtown Chattanooga hotel to take in a movie at the IMAX or visit the Tennessee Aquarium. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour business center, large in-room workstations and access to meeting space. Join us in The Bistro, where you can enjoy healthier food and beverage options. 24-hour fitness center and unwind at the end of the day by enjoying the indoor pool. Or relax in your room and watch all your favorite shows on streaming services like Netflix or Hulu on our 48" Smart TVs.