Deloitte: 80% of manufacturers invest in agentic AI
Key Takeaways
- ●80% of manufacturers invest in smart manufacturing with agentic AI.
- ●The focus is on increasing production output and reducing errors.
- ●Optimizing capacity and scheduling are key drivers.
The manufacturing sector is at the forefront when it comes to implementing advanced AI. Deloitte's "2025 Smart Manufacturing and Operations Survey" shows a massive willingness to invest in autonomous systems to optimize operations.
Agentic AI in manufacturing
According to the survey, a full 80% of manufacturers are investing in smart manufacturing initiatives driven by agentic AI. The goal is clear: to improve production output, minimize errors, and optimize capacity utilization.
This shift from reactive to predictive and autonomous systems is crucial to remaining competitive in an industry characterized by tight margins and high quality demands.
The BetterHuman AI Angle
Deloitte's numbers match our own results. Our case study from a Danish manufacturing company shows exactly how our autonomous agents deliver a 34% error reduction and a 2.1 million DKK annual saving through optimized quality control and planning.