EY Manufacturing Leadership

EY Manufacturing Leadership Breakfast

We are delighted to invite you to the EY Manufacturing Leadership Breakfast on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at the SETU Xcelerate Centre, Waterford, from 8:00am to 10.15am with optional 1-1s and networking till 11am.

Join us for an insightful morning as we explore the transformative role of AI and digital technologies in the manufacturing sector with case study applications. This event will showcase how to drive EBITDA growth with cost savings and revenue acceleration using AI and Operational Excellence underpinned by managing risk for resilience.

Our panel of industry experts will provide valuable insights into practical applications of AI, the integration of digital technologies and OpEx, and strategies for risk management. We will also discuss funding opportunities available to support your continuous improvement initiatives.

Event Details:

Opening Address: Ronan Clinton, EY Waterford Office Lead Partner, will lead with an overview of the manufacturing sector in the South East.

AI in Manufacturing: exploring practical applications of AI in manufacturing. Discover how AI can drive efficiency, enhance productivity, and unlock new opportunities for growth.

OpEx and digitalisation: the integration of digital technologies and Operational Excellence. Learn how to streamline processes and achieve sustainable improvements in performance.

Resilience & Risk Management: the critical aspects of cybersecurity and risk management in today's digital landscape. Understand how to build resilience against potential threats while leveraging AI and digital transformation.

Funding Transformation: insights into available grants and incentives. Gain a clear understanding of how to secure funding for your transformation initiatives.

For senior leaders in manufacturing in the South East this is an opportunity to gain valuable insights of how to implement AI, OpEx and digitalisation with a solid approach to risk, focusing on some of the key topics facing manufacturing in Ireland as we face into 2026.

We look forward to welcoming you to this must attend event. Please click the button below to register and secure your place. If you are unable to attend and would like to forward to a colleague, please do.

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