Digital and AI in Italy: from the 2025 review to the challenges of 2026
The 2025 results provide a solid and well-structured picture of the digital landscape in Italy. The market continues to grow, confirming the increasingly central role of digital technologies in the development of companies and industrial sectors. ICT services maintain a positive momentum, while artificial intelligence stands out as the primary driver of innovation, with applications […]
Technical data and operational know-how: why they must be managed as a strategic asset
In industrial companies, a significant share of day-to-day work relies on technical information that guides decisions, operational activities, and design choices. These data are often underestimated, yet they have a direct impact on process efficiency, quality, and reliability. When we talk about technical data, we are not referring only to drawings or design files. We […]
From forecasting to simulation: how to apply AI to demand planning and S&OP decisions
The application of artificial intelligence to demand planning processes and S&OP decision-making is transforming how industrial companies assess the future and define their strategies. The focus is no longer solely on improving forecast accuracy, but on making the entire S&OP cycle more responsive, predictive, and oriented toward operational impact. AI makes it possible to connect […]
Why MOM isn’t the issue: the real limit lies in the maturity of operating systems
Operational variability has become a structural condition of industrial production. Fluctuations in product mix, unstable supply chains, increasingly frequent priority shifts, and the need for rapid decisions are putting pressure on organizational models designed for far more stable environments. Among the reference models used to manage this complexity, Manufacturing Operations Management (MOM) serves as the […]
Loss of corporate knowledge: real risks and consequences
The loss of corporate know-how is a phenomenon often underestimated, yet capable of undermining a company’s continuity and growth prospects. Every business thrives on know-how — a combination of technical, operational, and relational expertise that ensures daily efficiency, enables the resolution of complex problems, and turns hands-on experience into added value. Without this heritage, a […]
Industrial Workforce Planning: resource loads and capacity utilization
In a constantly evolving production environment, industrial workforce planning is a key factor in project success. Yet planning often takes place without an updated picture of available capacity, resource saturation levels, or the skills that can be activated at different times. The result is a plan that appears solid in theory but poorly aligned with […]
Industrial project management: the hidden causes of failure
Delays, overloads, overlapping activities. In many companies, industrial project management gets out of hand despite well-defined plans and structured tools. But why does this really happen? It happens more often than many are willing to admit: projects that begin with clear objectives, defined timelines, and controlled budgets, yet gradually spiral out of control. Sometimes the […]
Think You Have Full Production Visibility? Here’s Why You Might Not
In many manufacturing companies, the belief of having production under control often clashes with a more fragmented reality. The systems are in place — MES, ERP, monitoring tools. Data is collected and sometimes even displayed.But true visibility in production means understanding what’s happening, where, and why — in real time. And that doesn’t always happen. […]
The report “Il Digitale in Italia” 2025: growth continues, but at two speeds
The annual report “Digital in Italy 2025” has been released. Published by Anitec-Assinform—the Italian association for Information and Communication Technology—it provides a comprehensive overview of the Italian ICT market, offering in-depth analyses on technologies, trends, investments, and digital policies. Its authoritative data is widely used by businesses, institutions, and policymakers to guide strategies and decisions. […]
Artificial Intelligence and Demand Planning: the future of the supply chain depends on forecast accuracy
In today’s landscape, market complexity, demand volatility, and the interdependence of supply networks are reshaping how companies make decisions within their supply chains. Accurate planning has never been more critical — or more challenging. Businesses now face shorter product life cycles, tighter margins, rising demand for customization, and increasing pressure to respond quickly. In this […]