SEE OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE IN ACTION
Go behind the scenes at two of Spartanburg's leading manufacturing facilities and see firsthand how technology, people, and processes come together to drive operational excellence.
- 2 EXCLUSIVE TOURS
- NO ADDITIONAL COST
- LIMITED CAPACITY
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GO BEYOND THE CONFERENCE ROOM
Plant tours turn Summit insights into real-world experience. See how leading manufacturers approach technology adoption, lean initiatives, product launches, quality, and operational challenges, and bring those lessons back to your own organization.
SEE IT
Experience advanced manufacturing processes firsthand.
LEARN FROM LEADERS
Hear directly from plant leaders about the decisions and strategies behind their operations.
TAKE IT BACK
Discover ideas and practices you can apply in your own facility.
Spartanburg Steel Products (SSP)
See Advanced Manufacturing in Action
Explore 575,000 square feet of Tier 1 and Tier 2 stamping operations and see how advanced technology and legacy equipment work together to deliver complex manufacturing solutions.
ON THE TOUR
- Cobots & Automation: See new process development integrating cobots and profile-bending technology.
- Complex Product Launches: Learn how teams overcome tight deadlines, demanding requirements, and budget constraints.
- Lean Manufacturing: Hear directly from plant leaders about lean initiatives and operational best practices.
- Real-World Operations: Experience two manufacturing facilities firsthand.
TOUR DETAILS
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
8:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Limited to 40 attendees
BMW Plant Spartanburg iFactory
* Each tour participant is required to print a copy of the completed tour waiver and email it to Ann-Marie Dowling, adowling@endeavorb2b.com, or submit it at check-in.
Explore 32 Years of Manufacturing Innovation
Step inside BMW Plant Spartanburg and explore the people, technology, and production milestones that have shaped BMW's largest manufacturing facility worldwide.
ON THE TOUR
- BMW Zentrum: Explore interactive exhibits showcasing the evolution of BMW X models.
- 32 Years of Innovation: Discover the milestones that shaped BMW Manufacturing.
- Future-Focused Technology: See how technology continues to transform automotive production.
- Final Assembly: Get an introduction to operations inside the plant.
TOUR DETAILS
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
9:00 AM & 11:00 AM