Smart Research Questions and Analytical Hints: Manufacturing Industry is an essential guide for leveraging AI and ML to transform decision-making in manufacturing businesses. This book provides practical solutions to common challenges, from predictive maintenance and quality control to production efficiency and supply chain optimization. By focusing on the formulation of smart research questions, it equips professionals with the tools to uncover valuable insights from their data. Detailed examples illustrate how AI and ML can predict equipment failures, optimize maintenance schedules, detect defects, streamline production, and enhance supply chain resilience. Emphasizing data visualization and effective reporting, this book ensures that complex analytical findings are communicated clearly and persuasively. Ideal for manufacturing professionals and data scientists, it offers a comprehensive approach to driving innovation and achieving operational excellence through advanced analytics.