The New Industrial Playbook: Powered by AI
Inside the AI Transformation of Parts, People & Processes
Each week, we spotlight the AI news that matters most to industrial and distribution operators - from major tech shifts to real-world developments that impact how business gets done.
Our newsletter delivers timely, relevant insights to help you stay informed, make smarter decisions, and understand where AI is creating opportunity, risk, and real operational change.
Weekly Updates
Doosan Robotics Unveils “AI Robot Solution”
Last week at Automatica 2025, Doosan Robotics debuted its “AI Robot Solution,” designed to transform industrial manufacturing through advanced automation. Featuring AI-powered cobots with NVIDIA and AWS integration, the system streamlines complex tasks like multi-arm object handling, autonomous polishing, and vehicle inspection - boosting precision, efficiency, and flexibility. Read Full Article
AI Adoption Surges in Life Sciences Manufacturing
95% of life-sciences manufacturers are adopting or exploring using AI due to talent shortages, system risks, and regulatory pressures. Across the industry, AI is boosting product quality, strengthening cybersecurity, and easing workforce strain - marking a shift from short-term fixes to smarter, long-term manufacturing strategies. Read Full Article
Can AI Help America Make Stuff Again?
AI-powered software is reviving U.S. manufacturing through automating manual tasks like CNC machine programming. At a small Indiana factory, AI cut CNC setup time from 90 minutes to just seven - addressing the skilled labor shortage among aging machine operators. This shift toward intelligent automation could reshape the future of American precision manufacturing. Read Full Article
AI Adoption in Healthcare Is Rapidly Expanding
A new report shows that 80% of hospitals use AI to improve patient care and efficiency. Tools like generative AI, image analysis, and predictive analytics are streamlining workflows and enhancing clinical decision-making - driving better accuracy, lower costs, and improved outcomes across the industry. Read Full Article
Coming Soon: Innovation Summit
Cohosted by InstaLILY x SRS Distribution
We’re teaming up with our amazing client SRS Distribution, one of the leading names in building products distribution, to host a one-day summit for operators, IT innovators, developers, and teams who keep this industry running and push it forward every day. Expect practical takeaways, honest insights, and new connections. There will be two tracks: an innovators track, and a hackathon track with prizes. The day wraps with live demos and a happy hour to celebrate. More details on LinkedIn.
Final date and location coming soon - stay tuned!
What We’re Listening To
ServiceNow Officers on AI Healthcare Innovations
ServiceNow leaders explore agentic AI’s potential in healthcare, highlighting how AI agents can break down data silos, forecast health events, personalize treatment plans, and improve operational coordination across care teams. They emphasize orchestration of multiple intelligent agents working together, not just standalone copilots, to deliver seamless, context-aware workflows and drive real improvements. Watch and Listen Here.
Andy Paul on Sales & Strategy Enablement
On Revenue.io’s Sales Strategy & Enablement podcast, Andy Paul explores how AI, data, and conversational intelligence are reshaping sales today. Guests discuss aligning sales tools, coaching, content, and buyer-centric workflows to enhance rep productivity and accelerate pipeline. The series emphasizes continuous enablement through insights, real-time guidance, and integrated tech. Listen Here.
This newsletter is edited by Liz Mahoney, our Growth & Marketing Associate. If you have any feedback, please email liz@instalily.ai. We are always looking to improve.
