Xometry Leverages Cloud for Manufacturing Digitization

Xometry announces a partnership with Google Cloud to leverage Vertex AI to help accelerate the deployment of new auto-quote methods and models within Xometry’s AI-powered Instant Quoting Engine.

Using Vertex AI, Xometry will accelerate the deployment of its instant-quoting and fulfillment capabilities to encompass a comprehensive set of manufacturing technologies. Vertex AI will help Xometry expand the markets it serves for custom manufacturing and advance the digitization of manufacturing globally.

“Since our inception, Xometry’s two-sided marketplace has harnessed data and the power of AI to connect buyers and suppliers in real-time, driving the digitization of industry around the world,” says Matt Leibel, Xometry’s chief technology officer. “Google Cloud’s expertise in AI and its Vertex AI platform will help enable us to get to market even faster with new offerings in entirely new categories, allowing us to become even more indispensable to our customers and suppliers globally.”

“Xometry is at the forefront of the AI adoption cycle,” says Brad Little, vice president, Google Cloud. “Our innovative work with Xometry to power their AI-driven digital marketplace has the potential to transform custom manufacturing, while seamlessly and efficiently connecting customers and suppliers globally.”

Xometry’s two-sided marketplace is playing a role in the digital transformation of the manufacturing industry, connecting enterprise buyers with manufacturers. Xometry’s technology shortens development cycles, drives efficiencies within corporate environments and helps stabilize supply chains. Xometry’s product portfolio includes its digital marketplace, Thomasnet.com industrial sourcing platform and cloud-based tools, including Xometry Teamspace, centralized project management software for large projects.

Sources: Press materials received from the company and additional information gleaned from the company’s website.