NPR
Made in America: How AI is keeping this U.S. factory competitive
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
GE Appliances has implemented artificial intelligence systems in its manufacturing operations to monitor product quality and optimize production processes. The company did not specify which factories use the technology, the extent of AI deployment, or measurable changes to output or defect rates.
Original reporting: https://www.npr.org/2026/09/01/nx-s1-5869801/ai-manufacturing-jobs-data-factory
