iosys Blog https://iosys.swiss/blog/ Notes from the field on digitalization and AI for manufacturing SMEs, from iosys, the company behind factorIQ. en Tue, 04 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT The Model Comes Last: AI Architecture for Manufacturing SMEs https://iosys.swiss/blog/12-ki-architektur-kmu/ https://iosys.swiss/blog/12-ki-architektur-kmu/ Tue, 04 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT Chris Ryan Expert Article The four tiers behind AI in a manufacturing SME: source and mirror, fact layer, explain and rank, workplace. Where hallucinations are actually prevented. AI Agents in Order Intake: What Works Today https://iosys.swiss/blog/11-ki-agenten-auftragseingang/ https://iosys.swiss/blog/11-ki-agenten-auftragseingang/ Wed, 29 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT Chris Ryan Expert Article How AI agents automate order intake in manufacturing: four stages, deterministic checks, and where a person still approves. Which AI Tools Pay Off for Manufacturing SMEs? https://iosys.swiss/blog/10-ki-tools-fertigungs-kmu/ https://iosys.swiss/blog/10-ki-tools-fertigungs-kmu/ Mon, 13 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT Chris Ryan Expert Article Which AI tool categories pay off for manufacturing SMEs: document extraction, data access, on-premises. Conditions, not vendor lists. Ask Your Machines: Natural Language Access for Your Factory Data https://iosys.swiss/blog/09-ask-your-machines/ https://iosys.swiss/blog/09-ask-your-machines/ Tue, 06 Jan 2026 09:00:00 GMT Chris Ryan Expert Article How natural language interfaces let factory operators query production data instantly. iosys' AI translates questions into SQL, cutting data access 80%. Engineered AI: How Process Automation Redefines Manufacturing in 2026 https://iosys.swiss/blog/08-engineered-ai/ https://iosys.swiss/blog/08-engineered-ai/ Sat, 20 Dec 2025 09:00:00 GMT Chris Ryan Expert Article Discover how Engineered AI redefines manufacturing in 2026 with purpose-built automation, proactive monitoring, and adaptive interfaces for measurable ROI. How to Get AI Going in Manufacturing https://iosys.swiss/blog/07-ki-in-manufacturing/ https://iosys.swiss/blog/07-ki-in-manufacturing/ Mon, 01 Dec 2025 09:00:00 GMT Chris Ryan Expert Article Getting AI started in manufacturing: why small automation projects are the door opener for Swiss factories. Expert insights from KI Kompass. Digitalization in SMEs – why and how? – Part III https://iosys.swiss/blog/06-digitalization-in-smes-part3/ https://iosys.swiss/blog/06-digitalization-in-smes-part3/ Wed, 07 May 2025 09:00:00 GMT Chris Ryan Industry Insights AI agents for manufacturing SMEs: self-regulating production processes, servitization, and competitive advantage through AI automation. Digitalization in SMEs – why and how? – Part II https://iosys.swiss/blog/05-digitalization-in-smes-part2/ https://iosys.swiss/blog/05-digitalization-in-smes-part2/ Fri, 04 Apr 2025 09:00:00 GMT Chris Ryan Industry Insights Bridge the OT-IT gap in manufacturing: how unified namespace and modern data architecture connect production to ERP systems. Digitalization in SMEs – why and how? – Part I https://iosys.swiss/blog/04-digitalization-in-smes-part1/ https://iosys.swiss/blog/04-digitalization-in-smes-part1/ Mon, 24 Mar 2025 09:00:00 GMT Chris Ryan Industry Insights Digitalization guide for manufacturing SMEs: practical steps to get started with Smart Factory Navigator and transparent project planning. iosys bridges the shopfloor data gap for maxon https://iosys.swiss/blog/02-maxon-success-story/ https://iosys.swiss/blog/02-maxon-success-story/ Mon, 04 Nov 2024 09:00:00 GMT Chris Ryan Success Story Most factories run ERP but never connect the shopfloor. Three lessons from how iosys closed the OT-IT gap for drive-systems maker maxon.