Introduction
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While AWS re:Invent typically draws large crowds at venues along the Las Vegas Strip, this year marks a notable shift: we are bringing re:Invent to our manufacturing and industrial clients through a completely virtual and complimentary three-week event set to commence on November 30.
This year’s conference is packed with opportunities to learn from pioneering AWS customers in manufacturing and industry, showcasing how they leverage AWS cloud technologies to enhance their operations and serve their customers. Our program features 5 keynotes, 18 leadership sessions, and over 500 breakout sessions.
To maximize your re:Invent experience, manufacturing and industrial clients should:
- Register for re:Invent.
- Preview the sessions dedicated to manufacturing and industry (detailed below), and keep an eye out for additional information in our specially curated Manufacturing re:Invent Attendee Guide.
- Bookmark this post as we will update it regularly with the latest links and information.
Why Attend the Manufacturing Sessions at re:Invent?
For more than 25 years, Amazon has been at the forefront of designing and manufacturing intelligent products, distributing billions through its globally integrated network utilizing state-of-the-art automation, machine learning, AI, and robotics—all powered by AWS. From product design to smart factories and connected products, discover how AWS can transform your manufacturing and industrial operations with the most comprehensive and advanced cloud solutions, featuring security tailored for sensitive industries.
Sneak Peek: Manufacturing Sessions at re:Invent
Be sure to save this preview and check back for direct links to add to your re:Invent schedule.
MFG201: Terex Enhances Quality and Streamlines Production with AWS
Date: January 12, 2021 | 9:00 AM-9:30 AM PST and 5:00 PM-5:30 PM PST
Date: January 13, 2021 | 1:00 AM-1:30 AM PST
Manufacturers worldwide are embracing digital transformation to operate more intelligently, improve existing products, and innovate new ones. Companies like Terex, with a history spanning nearly a century, face challenges from legacy systems during this transition. In this session, we will explore emerging trends and solutions in product and production design, adapting supply chains, and enabling smart factories. Hear from the VP of IT at Genie, a Terex brand, Scott McNeal, as he discusses how Genie is digitizing production and product offerings to enhance operational efficiency and deliver new customer services.
MFG202: Simulating Urban Transport Dynamics with AWS
Date: January 12, 2021 | 2:45 PM-3:15 PM PST and 10:45 PM-11:15 PM PST
Date: January 13, 2021 | 6:45 AM-7:15 AM PST
Simulation tools are essential for engineering and planning teams to analyze how real-world behaviors impact their work; however, the storage and computing resources required can be expensive to maintain on-premises. Arup’s City Modelling capability employs open agent-based model (ABM) approaches to simulate individual activity and travel behavior in urban settings. Conducting an ABM scenario for a city the size of London can necessitate writing, storing, and analyzing approximately 6 Tb of data. Learn how AWS facilitates parallel simulations to explore hyperparameters efficiently.
MFG301: 3M Enhances Global Material Tracking with AWS
Date: January 13, 2021 | 10:30 AM-11:00 AM PST and 6:30 PM-7:00 PM PST
Date: January 14, 2021 | 2:30 AM-3:00 AM PST
AWS assists industrial clients in completing their Industry 4.0 transformation journeys. Join us as we hear from 3M, an American multinational corporation, and learn how they aggregated data from various sources across different business functions to create a unified supply chain view in an AWS Data Lake. Discover how users can quickly build secure, self-service reports on raw materials and finished goods, derive valuable insights, and optimize operations.
MFG302: Hyundai Develops Smart Services and Solutions for Connected Machinery
Date: January 13, 2021 | 12:30 PM-1:00 PM PST and 8:30 PM-9:00 PM PST
Date: January 14, 2021 | 4:30 AM-5:00 AM PST
Many manufacturers aim to enhance customer experiences, improve product quality, and create new revenue streams through smart services. Join us to learn how to create connected product or machinery offerings on AWS using IoT and machine learning services. Hear from Hyundai Construction Equipment about their experience developing Hyundai Connect, a smart service designed to make equipment and job site operations more efficient, economical, and convenient for customers.
MFG303: Rivian Accelerates Automotive Innovation with AWS
Date: January 14, 2021 | 8:15 AM-8:45 AM PST and 4:15 PM-4:45 PM PST
Rivian is a prominent name among American electric vehicle manufacturers. To lead the charge in sustainability and innovation among global automakers, Rivian envisioned a digital thread to streamline IT operations and foster innovation. Discover how Rivian has restructured its simulation and modeling R&D operations using AWS to reduce time-to-market. Join this session to learn how Rivian uses open-source frameworks, the virtually limitless scale of AWS compute, and other advanced AWS technologies to accelerate engineering and analytical innovations. Also, learn how Rivian overcame challenges and enhanced the engineering experience while promoting self-service through cloud-based services and automation.
MFG304: Semiconductor Design on AWS with Guest Speaker Qualcomm
Date: January 14, 2021 | 11:15 AM-11:45 AM PST and 7:15 PM-7:45 PM PST
Semiconductor design involves an array of resources and partnerships beyond what is necessary for design and verification. This includes collaboration with tool vendors, IP providers, foundries, and consumers. Customers are utilizing advanced node workflows and leveraging AWS’s extensive services to enable analytics, AI/ML, and yield management. In this session, Qualcomm will discuss running workflows on AWS, and we will outline AWS’s efforts across the semiconductor industry to drive innovation and scale workflows.
IOT291-L: Leadership Session—Connect Today, Transform Tomorrow with AWS IoT
As IoT devices proliferate, creating an increasingly connected world, the data generated empowers organizations to harness actionable insights and operate at software speed. Regardless of your digital journey stage, AWS IoT enables secure device connection and management, data collection and analysis, and solution deployment that unlock new opportunities and enhance business value. Join Dirk Didascalou, VP of AWS IoT, as he shares the latest developments in AWS IoT and how organizations leverage it to tackle real-world challenges, such as gaining consumer insights, enhancing user experiences, and optimizing business operations.
AWS On Air with Georgia-Pacific, Tuesday, December 8, 6-6:30 PM PT
Join Roshan Shah, VP of Digital Transformation AI/IoT at Georgia-Pacific, as he discusses the company’s extensive achievements, the lessons learned from mistakes, and the eight-figure value added to their bottom line over the past year by utilizing AWS for large data volumes.
In this era of rapid industrial transformation, it’s crucial to recognize the importance of addressing pay gaps and providing equitable opportunities for all. For more insights on this topic, consider this resource from SHRM.