Additive Manufacturing (AM) has transitioned from a prototyping tool to a potential powerhouse for high-volume industrial production. However, reaching true "production scale" requires more than just faster 3D printers. According to insights from experts Tyler Bouchard and Tyler Modelski, the industry must converge AM with industrial automation and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to eliminate systemic bottlenecks. While AI offers predictive insights, its true value emerges only when it manages the entire process chain rather than isolated machines.
