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Smart Factories: What’s really happening with 5G use cases?

Unlock the full potential of your factory and improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE). Discover how private 5G delivers ultra-reliable, high-capacity connectivity for automation, analytics, and empowered workers.

September 25, 2025

12:00 PM ET / 11:00 AM CT / 9:00 AM PT / 5:00 PM GMT

Duration: 60 minutes

Sponsors:  Verizon Business & Atlas Copco

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Summary

This session, hosted by Verizon Business and Atlas Copco, will dive into the current reality of 5G through the lens of industrial IoT devices.

Evaluating private 5G use cases in a modern digitized factory requires a strategic assessment of key performance indicators and business goals with an eye toward process and worker impact. Atlas Copco's smart integrated assembly leverages 5G to create meaningful business value in manufacturing and assembly operations.

The rapid growth in the 5G device ecosystem has opened up a new category of use cases. The technology's ultra-low latency, expanded coverage, and high-capacity connectivity support mission-critical applications such as industrial automation. Furthermore, private cellular activates connected worker services so that the most valuable asset in a plant, the people, are empowered with digital tools to drive improved effectiveness, efficiency, engagement, and collaboration.

 

 

Speakers

Rodney Hill | Product Launch Manager | Atlas Copco Tools & Assembly Systems

As Product Launch Manager at Atlas Copco, Rodney has been at the forefront of the smart integrated manufacturing revolution, working extensively with wireless technologies including 5G, Real-Time Locating Systems (RTLS), as well as enterprise software products. Rodney brings 18 years of experience in launching integrated wireless assembly tools and helping customers use cutting edge technologies with their existing systems across diverse manufacturing environments including: automotive, aerospace, energy, and general industry.

 

Michael Weller | Associate Director - Global Solutions | Verizon Business

Michael is the Practice Leader for Verizon’s Manufacturing, Energy, and Utilities (MEU) team. Michael’s MEU group drives strategic business development and industry engagement for Verizon Business Group customers in these vertical markets.

 

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