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eBook: The Ultimate Guide to the Use of Artificial Intelligence for Supply Chain Optimization

This guide will help procurement professionals understand how various types of artificial intelligence (AI), including machine learning (ML), natural language processing (NLP), big data, and advanced analytics, can benefit industry. We’ll also explore how seven industrial sectors are applying AI today.

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In the past five years, business adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) has more than doubled. 

The Ultimate Guide to the Use of Artificial Intelligence for Supply Chain Optimization helps procurement professionals understand the role and benefit that various types of AI can play in industry, from more accurate forecasting to improved transparency. It provides an overview of machine learning (ML), natural language processing (NLP), big data, and advanced analytics before exploring how seven industrial sectors are applying AI today.     

This guide also provides insight into how AI will be used in the future for supply chain management. Here, you’ll learn about geospatial intelligence (GEOINT), tracking the world’s oil supply, and military intelligence.

CPOs can play an integral role in reimagining and modernizing supply chains to help bolster American manufacturing. The Ultimate Guide to the Use of Artificial Intelligence for Supply Chain Optimization offers foundational knowledge for decision-makers seeking to safeguard our supply chains against disruptions, identify suitable suppliers, and move mundane tasks off their desks so they can focus on building big ideas.

Here at Xometry, we see firsthand how AI can optimize supply chains and transform businesses. After all, our marketplace is powered by artificial intelligence. It helped us create a machine-learning path toward pricing part designs and lead times quickly and accurately. Our digital solution also connects individuals and businesses with big ideas to manufacturing service suppliers who can help bring them from concept to finished product. This eBook will help you learn from our experts.

A Peek at the Table of Contents

Introduction

Chapter 1: Artificial Intelligence in Smart Procurement

  • What Is Smart Procurement?
  • Types of AI in Smart Procurement
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  • Chapter 1 Review

Chapter 2: Machine Learning and AI in Manufacturing

  • How Does Machine Learning Work?
  • Types of ML Training Methods
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  • ML in Manufacturing
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  • Chapter 2 Review

Chapter 3: 7 Ways AI Is Used Across Industries

  • 1. Healthcare
  • 2. Construction
  • 3. Manufacturing
  • 4. Retail and E-Commerce
  • 5. Human Resources
  • 6. Financial Services
  • 7. Transportation
  • Chapter 3 Review

Chapter 4: How AI Will Be Used in the Future for Supply Chain Management

  • What Is Geospatial Intelligence?
  • Unique Uses for GEOINT
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  • Geospatial Intelligence in Supply Chains
  • Chapter 4 Review

Conclusion

Resources & Further Reading

  • Get On-Demand Manufacturing Through Xometry
  • Find Services and Suppliers on Thomasnet.com®
  • Read Our Procurement Articles

Contributors

Xomety X
Team Xometry
This article was written by various Xometry contributors. Xometry is a leading resource on manufacturing with CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication, 3D printing, injection molding, urethane casting, and more.