Tech Desk 
Jul 31, 2025
Apple will launch a new Manufacturing Academy in Detroit to assist American companies in implementing innovative manufacturing practices on August 19.
In collaboration with Michigan State University, the academy will provide free training courses aimed at assisting small and medium-sized enterprises in utilising AI and smart manufacturing techniques.
"Apple works with suppliers in all 50 states because we know advanced manufacturing is vital to American innovation and leadership," said the Apple's Chief Operating Officer Sabih Khan.
"With this new programming, we're thrilled to help even more businesses implement smart manufacturing," he continued.
Additionally, experts from Apple will lead workshops at the academy on topics like automation, data analytics, deep learning, and machine learning.
To improve supply chains and boost productivity, Apple engineers will also offer businesses in-person and virtual consulting services.
This programme supports American innovation and advanced manufacturing as part of Apple's four-year commitment to invest more than $500 billion in the US.
Apple's manufacturing plans are unlikely to be significantly impacted by the academy due to high labour and production costs, even though it might benefit American companies.
The Apple Manufacturing Academy will roll out virtual programming later in 2025 with a skills development curriculum that teaches critical workplace competencies like project management and manufacturing process optimisation.
