Foundation

Our Foundation members are laying the groundwork for the next generation of manufacturers.

Foundation Benefits

Leading the Way:

Automation Alley’s Foundation Members are an exclusive group of brands that are leading the world in promoting the fourth industrial revolution by providing solutions, curating the latest digital content, and developing strategic initiatives that are changing the way we do business.

Our network of technology, manufacturing, professional service, academic, and government entities work together to promote a software-first mindset that leverages the intersections of advanced technologies, systems and people around the region through successful technology integration.

Our Foundation Members make an impact through participation in working groups, roundtables, thought leadership, blogs, and white papers with a commitment to shared resolution for the biggest challenges to manufacturing. It is the vision of the members which enables the mission of the whole to be achieved. This shared vision is the foundation on which we work together to build a stronger future for Michigan.

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Michigan Auto Supplier Transition Program Expands Eligibility to Small Manufacturers Across Michigan

by Automation Alley | Manufacturing

TROY, Mich., September 22 2026 — Small manufacturers across Michigan can now access no-cost business support through the Michigan Auto Supplier Transition Program (MAST-P), following an expansion of program eligibility from six counties to all 83 counties in the...

Resilience by Design: Rewiring the Modern Supply Chain

by Automation Alley | Supply Chain

Supply chains have always been about movement: materials, components, information and finished goods flowing across companies, borders and continents. But in 2026, the conversation has expanded far beyond moving products efficiently from one point to another. After...

Technology risk management: How to modernize while successfully managing risk

by WIPFLI | Cybersecurity

More businesses than ever are embracing a digital transformation. Cloud-based systems, big data and AI are creating a flood of new opportunities to operate more effectively and better understand your customers. But is your business prepared to tackle the new risks...