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Engineer smart manufacturing t to support optimizing aerospace products and processes during jet engine production.

Smart manufacturing for aerospace and defense – Part 3: Optimize products and processes across the full lifecycle 

October 10, 2025

Aerospace manufacturing doesn’t stop at launch. Discover how smart manufacturing and real-time data are optimizing aerospace products and processes, driving agility, efficiency and right-first-time quality across the entire lifecycle.

By Jalisha Henry
2 MIN READ
Engineers reviewing aerospace production plans on the factory floor to validate and finalize the manufacturing plan before launch.

Smart manufacturing for aerospace and defense – Part 2: Validate and finalize your manufacturing plan before launch to ensure flawless production 

October 10, 2025

Bringing an aerospace program into production is no small task. By virtually validating and finalizing your manufacturing plan, you can feel confident that facilities, processes, and systems are ready before launch. Ensuring a smoother ramp-up, stronger collaboration and reliable results from day one. Explore how smart manufacturing makes it possible in our latest blog.

By Jalisha Henry
2 MIN READ
Two aerospace engineers reviewing a digital plan on a tablet inside an aircraft manufacturing facility—illustrating collaboration and model-based production planning.

Smart manufacturing for aerospace and defense – Part 1: Creating a model-based plan that delivers high-quality products with speed and precision 

August 29, 2025

The way you plan determines how well you build. This post breaks down how model-based manufacturing helps reduce rework, accelerate ramp-up, and prepare your team for what’s next.

By Jalisha Henry
2 MIN READ
A satellite orbiting Earth in split view showcasing the digital twin vs the real-world counterpart.

Visit us at Space-Comm Expo 2025: Accelerating the commercial future of space

March 6, 2025

Meet us at Space-Comm Expo 2025, booth B40 to discover how Siemens is revolutionizing space innovation by bridging the real and virtual worlds, enhancing satellite design, testing and performance.

By Edward Jinks, Frank Vossen and Jalisha Henry
2 MIN READ
Edwin Gasparraj of SIXDIGMA talks through how to use digital technologies to machine an airfoil

Using digital manufacturing to machine high-quality components for aerospace and defense

November 8, 2023

Aerospace and defense products are some of the most complex products in the industry. Plus, these products and their many…

By Claire Cole
2 MIN READ

Aerospace factory of the future: Moving from a traditional to digital machine shop

October 5, 2023

Running an aerospace and defense machine shop in today’s competitive environment is incredibly challenging, but it doesn’t have to be….

By Claire Cole
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wind turbine being worked on in a factory to demonstrate supply chain impact

How to identify and address supply chain disruptions in the A&D industry

September 27, 2023

What is market intelligence and how can it help companies streamline manufacturing processes? Introduction In recent years, the aerospace and…

By Hannah Straub
4 MIN READ
Wire frame of airplane sitting in hangar.

Overcoming roadblocks to achieve digital transformation of manufacturing in the A&D industry  

September 8, 2023

How can you achieve smart manufacturing faster? Introduction   Digital transformation in the A&D industry has become critical to achieve smart…

By Hannah Straub
4 MIN READ
A woman in a hard hat in an airplane manufacturing shop examines a tablet

MBOM management: Building a successful smart manufacturing strategy for aerospace and defense

August 30, 2023

Aerospace and defense manufacturers are facing a challenging environment. Beyond fierce competition, they’re facing increased part complexity, rigorous quality standards,…

By Zvika Weissman
4 MIN READ