According to Tim Cook (@tim_cook), Detroit’s Apple Manufacturing Academy is supporting small and medium businesses (SMBs) in adopting advanced manufacturing techniques, many of which leverage artificial intelligence for automation and process optimization. This AI integration enables SMBs to enhance operational efficiency, create local jobs, and spur economic growth in their communities. Apple’s initiative demonstrates how AI-powered smart manufacturing solutions can drive business transformation and competitiveness for US-based manufacturers, offering practical pathways for digital transformation in the sector (source: Tim Cook on Twitter, Oct 9, 2025).