Automation and AI in Manufacturing: What you need to know for 2025 predictions

Automation and Artificial Intelligence (AI) have been massive trends for manufacturing industry businesses for a while now, and for these industries in 2025, this is not only set to continue but also continue to grow in importance. In this article we are going to look at how AI and automation have impacted the manufacturing industry in 2024, why it is looking set for 2025 trends in manufacturing to be dominated by these technologies, and what key trends are set for automation and AI in 2025 and beyond.

A brief overview of how AI and automation impacted manufacturing in 2024

AI and automation have had an enormous impact on manufacturing industry businesses, with how goods and products are created, behind the scenes with business processes, and with customers, clients, and providers.

According to Make UK, 67% of manufacturers have already invested in automation, with a further 29% either already making plans to, or looking into adopting automation for their businesses. Also, 80% of B2B sales interactions between buyers and suppliers will occur in digital channels by 2025.

The main reasons why business processes have seen AI and automation integrated into the business is to:

• Improve overall efficiency
• Provide a consistent level of quality (branding, standards, etc)
• Reduce costs and overhead expenses
• Increase safety and data security
• Standardise business practices for transparency and compliance.

It is fair to say that AI and Business Process Automation (BPA) have been a transformative force for manufacturing businesses.

The trend for adoption and adaption of the technology is going to continue in 2025 and considerably further as digital applications, engagements, and growth change the way in which customers and providers expect to do business.

Combining effective AI and automation with sophisticated modern CRM is helping businesses to increase sales and develop more robust working practices.

TEB understands that new trends and developments mean new tools and techniques are required, which is why our system is not static and out-dated, but constantly reviewed and developed with new features to keep you on the cutting edge.

Why is it expected that AI and automation will grow in manufacturing in 2025?

Manufacturing companies are already competing in highly saturated markets, and any option that allows for better use of materials, time, resource, and budget is going to make a serious strategic impact on future business.

AI and automation are far more cost effective and time saving options for many companies, and as digital solutions continue to be normalised and made accessible, the use of the tools will continue to grow.

The right tools and correct usage of AI and automation can allow you to:

• Reduce the length of sales cycles
• Be better prepared to action opportunities as soon as they are identified
• Increase sales
• Reduce costs
• Lower instances of errors
• Boost profits

Setting up your digital infrastructure may seem like a daunting task, but the longer you leave it, the more difficult it will become to remain competitive.

In order to manage the process, it is essential that you carefully evaluate your systems, how your teams are working, and what you are doing with the data you have available, this will allow you to choose the right options for your business and ensure that you can get a competitive edge.

TEB Apps helps our customers boost sales and maximise lead conversions with easy-to-use tools that have third-party integration, are supported across multiple locations, and are constantly evolving to ensure you are getting exactly what you need as you need it.

What key manufacturing automation trends are expected in 2025?

AI and automation in 2025 is expected to continue to grow in usage and in what these tools are capable of doing.

Some of the key trends that are expected to impact the manufacturing industry include:

• Digital inventory management with integration into sales and marketing, allowing for faster responses to customer queries, less overstocking or stock wastage, and improved performance.
  
  
• Analytic reporting and pricing based on trends, customer spend, competitor analysis, and information gathered through the entire sales cycle.
  
  
• Integration with smart devices in warehouses to ensure full transparency and easier adjustments to customer orders.
  
  
• Adoption of CRM with mobile and app functionality to ensure real-time information is available and updatable for sales teams and out-of-office employees.
  
  
• Extensive digital architecture developments to improve data security, ensure legal compliance, and to allow manufacturers to ensure costs, overheads, and other expenses are accounted for across multiple regions and locations.
  
  
• AI driven automation with robust data security protections and highly developed pipelines to ensure data is optimised for usage across companies and individual departments.

Your manufacturing business generates an enormous amount of data on a daily basis, and this information can make a considerable impact regarding the growth and development of your operations.

Being able to make use of the data, ensure it is legal and compliant wherever you have a location, and your team can access the elements that are going to benefit them is going to continue to be important in 2025 and beyond.

How can TEB help your manufacturing business in 2025?

Standing out and making the most of your resources is going to be a key factor for manufacturing 2025, and we are here to help you take your business to the next level.

When you bring TEB into your business you can expect to benefit from:

• Powerful automation with intuitive dashboards allowing you to ensure you are making the most of every opportunity, with data that is secure, accurate, and reliable.
• Simple pricing allowing you to create quotes with just a few clicks and use specification, volumetric and look-up pricing to save time.
• Integrated order automation letting you manage thousands of products and their variations, and ensuring your customers are always able to be given the right details at the right time.
• Customisable Terms & Conditions (T&Cs) sets to ensure you and your clients are always fully covered, and you can switch between sets seamlessly for different customers depending on their business/industry.

Book a demo today and discover for yourself how TEB Apps can make 2025 a year of successful and sustainable growth for your business, and one that sets you and your business up for greater profits