AI-driven predictive maintenance can reduce machine downtime by up to 50% and extend machinery lifespan by 40%.Siemens Gamesa achieved a 25% reduction in defects in wind turbine blade manufacturing using AI, expecting ROI within 2.5 years.AI optimizes production schedules by adjusting plans based on real-time data, ensuring continuous operations and maintaining productivity.The concept of 'dark factories' – fully automated, AI-driven facilities operating without human intervention – is becoming a reality.