Art of the Possible

Co-hosted with Patrick Crawford, IPC Manager of Design Standards and Related Industry Programs, John Mitchell interviews guests about the IPC Design Competition and Design for Excellence at APEX.

In this episode, John Mitchell speaks with Jackie Mattox, Founder, President and Chief Executive Officer of Women in Electronics about encouraging diversity in the workplace and her keynote session at IPC APEX EXPO 2022.

In this episode, Mike Carano and John Mitchell "go green," discussing how to sustain and keep companies environmentally sound, how to use alternative forms of energy to power facilities, and to recycle where we can. This not only benefits the environment, but results in a positive image for customers, and can enhance workforce development.

John Mitchell and IPC's Chief Technologist Matt Kelly discuss how digital technologies are transforming the electronics industry, how the manufacturing supply chain can harness data and business insights, new skills needed to run a smart factory, and the growth of additive manufacturing and 3D printing, and more.

In this episode, John Mitchell and Shawn DuBravac discuss technology, market trends and insights on the biggest issues facing the global electronics industry, including supply chain resiliency/uncertainty, trade wars, skilled workforce shortage, and the expanding role of electronics in the global economy.

In this segment, Nilesh Naik and John Mitchell have a conversation on how to harness supply chain data. The industry is in the midst of a great data explosion. How can we codify data, consistently apply it and use it to our advantage in order to save time and money? Listen in as Nilesh shares his experience and expertise.

In this episode, Carsten Salewski and John Mitchell discuss the role that government agencies can play in helping the electronics industry be more successful. But new regulations pose a burden and navigating reporting processes can be complex. Is Europe at risk of losing workforce by overregulation?

Do you know what it takes to succeed in the fast-paced electronics manufacturing industry? And how do you measure success? John Mitchell speaks with Shane Whiteside on what it means to be a full-spectrum manufacturing partner, how to deliver value on multiple fronts, and improve customer engagement.

John Mitchell and Joe O'Neil have a lively discussion about how to keep data accurate and secure. No matter how great your systems are, someone can hack in and get data. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and robotics reveal greater efficiencies, but they can also cause security problems. What is needed to address this important issue?

In this episode, John Mitchell asks Jeff Timms for the advice he'd give to businesses moving toward the factory of the future. Jeff discusses the importance of embracing the changes coming, how to create strategies for doing business in a socially and environmentally sustainable way, and how those efforts will empower the workforce, our organizations, and our industry.

In this episode, David Heller and John Mitchell discuss how best to create a competitive environment by tackling several questions. What is the proper government role in creating a competitive environment? How do we encourage diversity and experience? Listen in on this lively discussion on issues critical to our industry.

Steve Pudles joins the podcast to talk about how companies can comply with new standards and regulations while facing increasing costs. While the factory of the future is the goal for everyone, and we encourage competition and innovation, how do we supplement small businesses in their compliance efforts?

The automotive industry was an early adopter of digital twinning, artificial intelligence, advanced robotics, co-bots and sophisticated data management. In this segment, John Mitchell talks "tech" with Robert Feuerstein on the critical elements, standards and technologies that define the factory of the future.