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Michael Weller
As the global head of Manufacturing Practice at Verizon Business, Michael is responsible for driving strategic business development and high-level industry engagement. He plays a pivotal role in shaping how the industrial sector evolves, focusing on delivering cutting-edge thought leadership to address the complex innovation challenges facing modern manufacturers. Under his leadership, he bridges the gap between technology and industry, fostering digital transformation across the globe. With a deep commitment to the industrial space, he remains at the forefront of identifying and solving the unique hurdles of connectivity, efficiency, and scale in global manufacturing.
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The Intersection of IT/OT: From Organizational Friction to Factory Floor Results
While IT and OT must collaborate and integrate each other's respective best practices, they also must accommodate different approaches, objectives and business requirements.By: Michael Weller02 July, 2026 | 3 minutes
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