QAD | Redzone Taps Reinvention Expert Aidan McCullen for AI-Focused Manufacturing Event
Event summary
- Aidan McCullen, reinvention expert and former rugby player, will keynote QAD | Redzone's Champions of Manufacturing 2026 event in Munich on October 8–9, 2026.
- The event focuses on AI-driven transformation in manufacturing, emphasizing measurable productivity gains.
- McCullen's keynote will challenge attendees to use AI as a catalyst for organizational reinvention.
- QAD | Redzone's platform combines Redzone, Adaptive ERP, and ChampionAI to enhance manufacturing operations.
The big picture
QAD | Redzone's event underscores the growing urgency for manufacturers to leverage AI for operational resilience. As AI reshapes industries, companies that treat disruption as an opportunity will outpace competitors. The focus on measurable outcomes aligns with broader trends in AI-driven efficiency gains across manufacturing.
What we're watching
- AI Adoption Pace
- How quickly manufacturers will integrate AI-driven solutions into core operations.
- Resilience Metrics
- Whether AI implementations deliver measurable improvements in productivity and profitability.
- Leadership Mindset
- The extent to which manufacturing executives embrace AI as a strategic opportunity rather than a disruption.