Apple Manufacturing Academy helps hundreds of U.S. businesses embrace AI‎

The gathering of hundreds of companies at an Apple Manufacturing Academy event has shown how far Apple's program has gone to increase the use of AI and automation in the supply chain.Workers at Block Imaging - Image Credit: AppleLaunched in 2025, the Apple Manufacturing Academy in Detroit provided a way to teach U.S. workers how to use new technologies in production. In the first Apple Manufacturing Academy Spring Forum held in East Lansing, Michigan, the program has been shown to be improving how U.S. companies operate.In a press release about the event, Apple discusses Block Imaging, a medical imaging equipment servicing and refurbishing firm that took part in the academy. The firm hosted attendees for a tour of its facility, to show how Apple's program improved efficiency on the factory floor. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums