Connected Manufacturing Forum 2026
June 15 - 16, 2026
Ritz-Carlton St. Louis
Leoncio Castillo
IT BRM ICU Medical
Monday, June 15, 2026
8:40 AM Keynote Panel: Factory Lifecycle Planning: Marching Toward Complete Digital Automation
Discover how forward-thinking manufacturers are leveraging digital twins, predictive analytics, and integrated planning platforms to optimize every stage of the factory lifecycle. We’ll explore real-world examples of how digital automation reduces downtime, enhances agility, and drives sustainable growth.
Whether you're overseeing legacy systems/plants, building greenfield operations or a combination of both, this session will equip you with the strategic insights needed to future-proof your manufacturing enterprise and lead your organization into the era of intelligent automation.
Key Takeaways:
• Building a strategic roadmap for end-to-end digital factory transformation
• Best practices for integrating automation across lifecycle stages
• Identifying executive-level metrics to measure ROI and operational impact
• Exploring emerging technologies reshaping factory planning and execution
4:40 PM Track B: Workshop: Breaking Down Silo Mentality When Introducing New Technology
Organizational silos can derail even the best technology initiatives. In this interactive workshop, Leoncio shares practical methods for fostering collaboration, aligning stakeholders, and overcoming resistance when rolling out new technology. His experience with working across global facilities and plants has led to improvements in data orchestration and communication across multiple functions. Participants will explore real scenarios, discuss common pitfalls, and learn actionable techniques to strengthen cross functional partnerships that support successful adoption.
Key Takeaways
- Identifying silo behaviors early and address them before they impact technology projects
- Utilizing practical communication and collaboration strategies that build trust across departments
- Exploring BRM-driven approaches for aligning stakeholders, clarifying ownership, and creating shared accountability
Check out the incredible speaker line-up to see who will be joining Leoncio.
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