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mix high-volume manufacturing are better positioned to reap control that other manufacturers can only dream of and
the benefits. vastly reduce return rates -- all factors that can help
suppliers significantly increase revenue and market share.
Q: Apart from government-led initiatives that
aim to help lower entry barriers, what steps Returning to SMEs’ ability to cover costs of implementing
can companies take to bridge the digital gap? these technologies, the AI sector is also working to develop
How would an SME that has successfully Low-code or No-code AI, which would help push down the
incorporated AI and smart manufacturing overall costs. Domestic start-ups like MoBagel, Profet AI,
look, and what would the advantages look Chimes AI are all creating a subscription-based solution
like? for SME clients in the manufacturing sector called the
“automated robot learning” platform. The platform aims to
A: To bridge the digital gap, companies in the traditional lower costs by using plug-in tools to help SMEs quickly
sector must first implement the infrastructure for “collecting create their smart factories.
digital data” so there is enough information to develop
related applications, such as AI. Therefore, incorporating Due to hosting AI competitions, Aldea has over 50 AI
sensors, cameras, and set-top boxes used to collect data models to build foundations for clients, which develops the
from machinery, semi-finished and finished products, and AI engine to combine industry know-how, allowing SMEs to
even continuous data, such as on-site plant environment develop their own AI solutions without the high price tag.
and dies’ cooling efficiency are all crucial for digitalization.

SMEs that successfully integrate AI/smart manufacturing
will gain the most in lowering costs and increasing profits.
Examples include AI production scheduling to shorten
manufacturing times, reduce raw material waste, and
increase production capacity; optimized production and
product inspection done by AI can improve quality control,
and reduce defect rate. Suppliers can then achieve quality

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