A Huge Thank You to Cargo Conference 2026
What an incredible experience at Cargo Conference in Orlando! We had an amazing time showcasing DataGun alongside our partners at ThinkOwl, connecting with freight professionals, and demonstrating how AI data readiness transforms document capture.
Congratulations to our iPad giveaway winner! The energy and conversations at our booth made this event unforgettable. Thank you to everyone who stopped by to learn about our manufacturing AI integration solutions and data security solutions.
Orlando confirmed the industry's appetite for practical AI preparation strategies. Now we're bringing that energy home to Michigan.
Next Stop: Data and Drinks in Sterling Heights
We're excited to announce our next event: Data and Drinks. Join Michigan manufacturing leaders for an evening panel discussing how to secure, structure, and activate data for AI success. Expect drinks, insights, and practical business data strategy you can implement immediately.
Event Details
Data and Drinks
Wednesday, March 26, 2026
6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Velocity SmartZone
6633 18 Mile Road
Sterling Heights, MI 48314
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Is Your Manufacturing Data Ready for AI?
Companies that don't secure, structure, and activate their data, risk falling behind as AI adoption accelerates. Our panel provides actionable insights into preparing your organization's data infrastructure and staying competitive.
Why Attend
AI Data Readiness
Identify and fix gaps before they block your AI initiatives. Learn how to assess your AI infrastructure preparation and create an improvement roadmap.
Manufacturing AI Integration
Prepare your infrastructure for intelligent automation. Discover what manufacturing AI integration really requires beyond the hype.
Data Security Solutions
Safeguard sensitive information while enabling AI capabilities. Get practical approaches to data security that protect without slowing innovation.
Real-World Use Cases
Lessons from Michigan businesses already applying AI data readiness strategies. Hear what worked, what didn't, and what to do differently.
Meet Our Expert Panelists
Jim Shanley (
We Build Databases)
President & COO with expertise in database architecture and AI automation
George Singos (
Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center)
Business Solutions Manager specializing in manufacturing AI integration
Jeff Berlin (
E.L. Hollingsworth)
COO leading operational transformation through AI infrastructure preparation
Pete Wayne (
Corrigan Oil)
CIO implementing enterprise data security solutions and AI readiness
Moderated by Mike McBrien (
We Build Databases)
CRO guiding companies through business data strategy and digital transformation
Why Attend Data and Drinks?
Network with Michigan Leaders
Connect with manufacturing professionals facing the same AI data readiness challenges. Share strategies and build relationships.
Get Practical Answers
Our panelists share real experiences with manufacturing AI integration, including mistakes and lessons learned.
Enjoy Drinks on Us
Relax with drinks while discussing serious topics. The best insights happen in comfortable settings.
Take Home Action Items
Leave with specific next steps for improving your AI infrastructure preparation and data security solutions.
What Makes This Event Different
Most AI events are too technical or too vague. Data and Drinks delivers practical business data strategy from people who've implemented these solutions.
You'll hear honest conversations about:
- • Where AI data readiness efforts succeed and fail
- • How to secure budget for data security solutions
- • What manufacturing AI integration really costs
- • Which battles are worth fighting
Our Commitment to Michigan Manufacturing
We Build Databases has served Michigan for over 25 years with custom database development, cloud integration, and AI automation solutions. We've worked with Johns Hopkins University, Georgetown University, and the University of Michigan, delivering custom database solutions for research and institutional analytics.
Now we're helping Michigan manufacturers prepare for AI. Manufacturing AI integration isn't optional anymore. It's becoming a competitive necessity.
Event FAQs
Is this right for my company?
If you're in manufacturing and thinking about AI, yes. Whether starting AI data readiness planning or actively implementing, you'll find value.
What should I bring?
Just yourself and questions about manufacturing AI integration. We provide drinks and insights.
Can I bring colleagues?
Absolutely! Register each person separately for accurate headcount.
Join Us March 26 in Sterling Heights
From Orlando's Cargo Conference to Michigan's manufacturing heartland, we're helping organizations prepare for AI success. Preparing your data for AI isn't just good practice anymore. It's essential for staying competitive.
Join Data and Drinks for practical strategies you can implement immediately.
Quick Facts:
March 26, 2026
6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Velocity SmartZone, Sterling Heights
Free registration required
Drinks and networking included
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