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Feb 20, 2025

CESMII Welcomes Verizon as Newest Member to Advance Smart Manufacturing

#Press Release

Los Angeles, CA - February 20, 2025 — CESMII – The Smart Manufacturing Institute proudly welcomes Verizon as its newest member, marking a significant step forward in driving smart manufacturing adoption. This collaboration highlights a shared vision to leverage digital transformation and cutting-edge technologies to advance the future of manufacturing.

Verizon’s expertise in providing secure, real-time connectivity and advanced analytics capabilities supports CESMII’s mission to promote smart manufacturing adoption. Verizon’s focus on facilitating data collection, analytics, and automation aligns with CESMII’s goal of fostering industry-wide innovation through collaboration.

John Dyck, CEO of CESMII, stated: “Verizon’s membership reflects their interest in advancing connectivity and open architecture frameworks for smart manufacturing. Their potential contributions in bridging OT and IT solutions could be a valuable asset in driving efficiency, productivity, and competitiveness across our member network.”

Michael Weller, Practice Leader of Manufacturing, Energy, and Utilities at Verizon Business added: “Joining CESMII offers Verizon an opportunity to engage with industry leaders and explore opportunities to contribute to the future of manufacturing through digital innovation and collaboration.”

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