Join Joel Neidig at the MPMA Strategic Networking & Leadership Forum 2026
Advanced manufacturing is entering a new phase—one where physical components don’t just perform a function, but also carry a secure, traceable digital identity. At this year’s MPMA Strategic Networking & Leadership Forum 2026, Joel Neidig will explore how this convergence of advanced manufacturing and data provenance is transforming the way parts are produced, tracked, and trusted across their lifecycle.
Why Data Provenance Matters in Advanced Manufacturing
As industries push toward greater transparency, compliance, and efficiency, the ability to track the full history of a component—from raw material to final application—has become critical.
Data provenance provides a secure, verifiable record of a part’s origin, manufacturing process, and performance over time. When integrated directly into the component itself, this data becomes a powerful tool for:
- End-to-end traceability across complex supply chains
- Regulatory compliance and audit readiness
- Improved maintenance, repair, and lifecycle management
- Protection against counterfeiting and data loss
This shift is especially impactful in industries like mining, defense, and energy, where reliability and documentation are non-negotiable.
Additive Manufacturing Meets Secure Data
One of the most exciting developments in additive manufacturing is the ability to embed encrypted data directly into a part during production.
In this session, Joel will demonstrate how advanced manufacturing techniques can be used to integrate secure, digital information within a physical component—creating a seamless connection between the part and its digital thread.
This approach enables:
- Built-in authentication and verification
- Persistent data that travels with the part
- Reduced reliance on external documentation systems
It’s a major step forward in creating smarter, more connected manufacturing ecosystems.
Standardizing Manufacturing Data with MTConnect
Capturing data is only part of the equation—standardizing it is what makes it usable at scale.
The session will highlight the role of MTConnect in enabling consistent, interoperable data collection across machines and processes. By structuring manufacturing data in a common format, organizations can unlock deeper insights, improve process control, and ensure data integrity throughout production.
Securing the Digital Thread with LOTAR International
Long-term data preservation is essential for industries with extended product lifecycles. Integration with LOTAR International ensures that critical manufacturing data remains accessible, secure, and usable for decades.
This is particularly important for compliance, certification, and future maintenance needs—where access to original manufacturing data can be the difference between downtime and continued operation.
Shaping the Future of Smart Manufacturing
The convergence of advanced manufacturing, additive manufacturing, and data provenance is redefining what’s possible in modern industry. By embedding trusted data directly into physical components, manufacturers can create a more transparent, efficient, and resilient ecosystem.
If you’re attending the MPMA Strategic Networking & Leadership Forum 2026, don’t miss this opportunity to see how these technologies are coming together to drive the next wave of manufacturing innovation.
Don’t Miss the Session
Speaker: Joel Neidig
Topic: The Convergence of Advanced Manufacturing and Data Provenance
Event: MPMA Strategic Networking & Leadership Forum 2026
Date: June 3
Connect with us at the event to learn how ITAMCO is helping lead the way in advanced manufacturing, additive manufacturing, and digital traceability.
