RubinBrown was featured on Manufacturing.net, where Consulting Services Partner Todd Hass contributed insights on how manufacturers can leverage artificial intelligence to navigate economic uncertainty. The article explores how AI tools can provide key predictive insights, modernizing companies' existing data infrastructure. Read the full article on Manufacturing.net by clicking here.

Key Highlights: 

• Tariff volatility is disrupting manufacturers’ operations and cash flow, particularly among small and mid-sized companies
• AI tools can provide critical data for areas like predictive cost modeling, active supply chain insights, and alternative sourcing & scenario planning
• AI won't solve every problem manufacturers face, but the right tools can address their most pressing issues and force them to confront the state of their data infrastructure, which is overwhelmingly behind the curve.
• Manufacturers can realize significant cost reductions by combining AI insights with practical tariff optimization tactics.
  

The AI Advantage in a Volatile Tariff Era

Published on: August 27, 2025

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Published: 09/03/2025

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Published: 09/03/2025

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