Unplanned downtime is one of the costliest problems in manufacturing, and AI is rapidly transforming how plants manage equipment health. This panel will explore how leading manufacturers are using machine learning, IoT sensor data, and real-time monitoring to predict failures before they happen and extend asset life cycles. Panelists will discuss how to integrate predictive maintenance solutions with existing systems, balance accuracy with cost, and build trust with operators and engineers on the factory floor. The conversation will also highlight the vendor landscape—from turnkey platforms to custom AI deployments—and the ROI frameworks that prove value to leadership. Attendees will walk away with a clear understanding of how AI-driven maintenance strategies reduce downtime, improve safety, and unlock resilience across operations.