Factories will need AI to survive - Weekly Mash-Up 194

Factories Of The Future Need AI To Survive
Forbes

The rising demands of consumers and increasing production costs mean that manufacturers will need to use automation, machine learning, computer vision, and other fields of AI to understand and satisfy their customers. To eliminate inefficiencies such as a lack of flexibility or low productivity, factories will need to employ techniques such as adaptive manufacturing, predictive maintenance and automated quality control. Read more

Machine Learning Methods for Strategy Research
Harvard Business School

Machine learning methods are an integral part of modern business practices, particularly in the areas of marketing, logistics and knowledge flow analysis. This article takes a look at some of these methods and how they are used effectively in management. The article explains tools and concepts in clear, simple terms so that non-specialists and non-programmers can understand. Read more

The Car Manual Gets an AR Update
International Business Times

The owner’s handbook is one of the least used items in any car, but Genesis (owned by Hyundai) is changing that with its Genesis Virtual Guide app. The app uses augmented reality to explain everything from oil and washer fluid top-ups, to steering wheel buttons and every dashboard warning light. It works by overlaying the name of each component, light or button in real time as it is viewed through the camera; tapping on a specific item opens an explanation video. Read more

How Virtual Reality Will Revolutionise Sales and Marketing in the Real Estate Industry”
South China Morning Post

Virtual Reality has several potential uses in the real estate industry. Over the next five years, VR is expected to be commonplace in housing, as companies begin to realise its transformative potential. In the near future, both architects and customers will be provided with virtual prototype homes. This will make architects lives easier, as they will be able to receive immediate customer feedback on projects. On the consumer side, it’s expected that these visualisations will significantly accelerate the deal rate. Read more