Cliff Notes Podcast: Lead manufacturing

Alan O'Neill brings decades of motorsport experience to education, having worked with historic Grand Prix cars and run multiple race teams. In 2010, he transitioned to teaching motorsport engineering, where he identified significant gaps between education and industry needs. Show Sponsor - for your manufacturing website needs: Holdingbay    https://holdingbay.co.uk Learn from the cliff notes on Motorsport Education Race teams rate mainstream qualifications at low marks out of 10 Many programs lack mandatory practical experience Some colleges claim to teach motorsport while only working on regular road cars What does the future hold with SCU Motorsport's plans Show Notes:     https://cliffnotespodcast.com/podcasts/63/ Resources:     Website: SCU Motorsport Visit: LinkedIn SCU Motorsport Contact email: SCU Motorsport   Credits:   Host: Tristan Bailey If you or a friend would be a good guest with a story about People, Process or Technology that moved them forward, then book a quick call on the website.  REVIEWS:   Please leave a review where you listened to the show, or on the bottom of the show web page, above. FOLLOWS:    Follow the show on Twitter https://twitter.com/cliffnotespod Subscribe to the show to keep listening or via email, form on the website.

Following on from the interview on "How Britain Shaped the Manufacturing World", discover the secrets behind successful companies and the minds that cover all the bases between automotive and pharmaceutical. Join into the stories of visionary entrepreneurs, inventors and small businesses, uncovering the strategies that propelled their inventions and Great Britain to new heights. Philip Hamlyn-Williams, a renowned historian and author latest book "Vehicles To Vaccines" continues the fascinating history of Britain's manufacturing prowess after 1951 to present day. Show Sponsor - for your manufacturing website needs: Holdingbay    https://holdingbay.co.uk Learn from the cliff notes on British Manufacturing History  What do you remember in the last 90 years? Show Notes:     https://cliffnotespodcast.com/podcasts/62/ Resources:     Buy the book Vehicles To Vaccines - Pen & Sword History Writing at British Manufacturing History Contact to Philip Hamlyn-Williams Credits:   Host: Tristan Bailey If you or a friend would be a good guest with a story about People, Process or Technology that moved them forward, then book a quick call on the website.  REVIEWS:   Please leave a review where you listened to the show, or on the bottom of the show web page, above. FOLLOWS:    Follow the show on Twitter https://twitter.com/cliffnotespod Subscribe to the show to keep listening or via email, form on the website.

Southern Manufacturing and Electronics is the first show of the year for many people in the UK manufacturing community. So it was great to get out to meet friends and partners and many new faces this week. We took the microphone out and recorded with visitors and companies running stands. Many of whom are part of the ConeX Portal a community with a mission is to help UK engineering and manufacturing businesses thrive. Show Sponsor - for your manufacturing website needs: Holdingbay    https://holdingbay.co.uk Learn from the cliff notes on The Voice of UK Manufacturing Luke Appleby, Equilibrium Risk Sam Baynham, ConeX Portal Gary Rice, FermionX Ronnie Ellaway, AMI James Worthington, MyWorkwear Logan Wheeler, Vision Engineering Alex Chung, Central Scanning Show Notes:     https://cliffnotespodcast.com/podcasts/61/   Credits:   Host: Tristan Bailey If you or a friend would be a good guest with a story about People, Process or Technology that moved them forward, then book a quick call on the website.  REVIEWS:   Please leave a review where you listened to the show, or on the bottom of the show web page, above. FOLLOWS:    Follow the show on Twitter https://twitter.com/cliffnotespod Subscribe to the show to keep listening or via email, form on the website.

Did you know that increasing the number of parts in manufacturing can lead to a higher number of exception messages during assembly, making streamlined processes and supply chain optimization even more crucial? Podcast on the intricacies of supply chain management and optimization, exploring the challenges and opportunities faced by manufacturing business owners in today's complex market. Show Sponsor - for your manufacturing website needs: Holdingbay    https://holdingbay.co.uk Learn from the cliff notes on Supply Chain   Show Notes:     https://cliffnotespodcast.com/podcasts/60/ LeanDNA is the first inventory optimization and execution platform that synchronizes workflows and operationalises data by connecting systems, sites and suppliers to provide prioritized actions and recommendations that help optimize inventory. LeanDNA can connect to any ERP with fast turnaround time. Users are seeing a 3-4x return on investment because of key results. Links and resources: Main website on https://www.leanDNA.com Call Harrison Wells https://www.linkedin.com/in/harrisonwells/    And I always want to hear what helps? https://twitter.com/cliffnotespod   Credits:   Host: Tristan Bailey Guest: Michael Lynch Music: Drinks On The Bar - Dougie Wood If you or a friend would be a good guest with a story about People, Process or Technology that moved them forward, then book a quick call on the website.  REVIEWS:   Please leave a review where you listened to the show, or on the bottom of the show web page, above. FOLLOWS:    Follow the show on Twitter https://twitter.com/cliffnotespod Subscribe to the show to keep listening or via email, form on the website.

Join us as we discuss bringing the day to day running data and action items from visual management and paper notes, to a connected and full cycle solution. My guest, Michael Lynch, Co-Founder of Praxie, shares insights into the evolving landscape of AI, its practical applications, and how businesses can leverage this transformative tool to gain a competitive edge. The conversation delves into the role of so many data points in manufacturing and the challenges faced by companies in managing diverse processes, often relying on tools like Excel sheets. Praxie aims to address this by offering a digitisation platform that allows companies to start small and gradually build custom applications tailored to their needs. Michael emphasises the significance of digitising processes to gather intelligence and optimise manufacturing. He highlights the long tail of manufacturing processes, often managed through traditional methods like Excel sheets and explains how it helps replace these with digital solutions, improving efficiency and transparency.   Show Sponsor - for your manufacturing website needs: Holdingbay    https://holdingbay.co.uk Learn from the cliff notes on Prototypes 3D modeling Urges organisations to embrace digital infrastructure for seamless communication. Recommends a pragmatic approach to AI as a copilot in practical applications. The Urgency of Digital Transformation, Stresses the strategic importance of getting digital ready in the next twelve months. Warns against complacency, emphasising the potential productivity challenges for those still relying on traditional methods. Discusses AI as a copilot, enhancing productivity by providing better advice and action-taking capabilities. Highlights the need for additional layers of security when AI is tasked with addressing specific issues. Explores role in scenario planning, particularly in supply chain optimisation. Draws parallels between the evolution of microchips and increasing capacity for complex scenario analysis. Michale positions Praxie as a game-changing tool for adding value to manufacturing processes. Boasts Praxie's ability to make enterprise software more accessible, delivering real value with impressive turnaround times.   Show Notes:     https://cliffnotespodcast.com/podcasts/59/ Tech enthusiasts, aspiring inventors, and anyone curious about the intersection of engineering and entrepreneurship. Join us as we unravel the secrets behind creating prototypes and explore the limitless possibilities of 3D printing. Links and resources: Use Praxie as your “platform of platforms” to simplify everything https://praxie.com And I always want to hear what helps? https://twitter.com/cliffnotespod   Credits:   Host: Tristan Bailey Guest: Michael Lynch Music: Drinks On The Bar - Dougie Wood If you or a friend would be a good guest with a story about People, Process or Technology that moved them forward, then book a quick call on the website.  REVIEWS:   Please leave a review where you listened to the show, or on the bottom of the show web page, above. FOLLOWS:    Follow the show on Twitter https://twitter.com/cliffnotespod Subscribe to the show to keep listening or via email, form on the website.

Ever wondered what it takes to turn a wild idea into a tangible creation? In this episode, we're diving into the fascinating world of 3D printing with Scott Tarcy. How does he transform concepts into reality? Meet Scott, mechanical engineer turned entrepreneur, and president of CADdesignhelp. With over 15 years of experience, Scott has carved a niche in the 3D modeling and printing universe, helping clients move from idea to possible.   Show Sponsor - for your manufacturing website needs: Holdingbay    https://holdingbay.co.uk Learn from the cliff notes on Prototypes 3D modeling The journey from mechanical engineering to entrepreneurship. The diverse projects and inventions brought to life through 3D printing. Insights into the intricacies of FDM and SLA technologies. The challenges of maintaining online visibility and the importance of adaptability. Scott's upcoming affordable training course "Engineeringreneur" Show Notes:     https://cliffnotespodcast.com/podcasts/58/ Tech enthusiasts, aspiring inventors, and anyone curious about the intersection of engineering and entrepreneurship. Join us as we unravel the secrets behind creating prototypes and explore the limitless possibilities of 3D printing. Links and resources: Cad Design Help https://caddesignhelp.com/ Scott Tarcy on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-tarcy-a52b138 And I always want to hear what helps? https://twitter.com/cliffnotespod CREDITS:   Host: Tristan Bailey Music: Drinks On The Bar - Dougie Wood   If you or a friend would be a good guest with a story about People, Process or Technology that moved them forward, then book a quick call on the website.  REVIEWS:   Please leave a review where you listened to the show, or on the bottom of the show web page, above. FOLLOWS:    Follow the show on Twitter https://twitter.com/cliffnotespod Subscribe to the show to keep listening or via email, form on the website.

Imagine having a strategic tool at your disposal that can help your business adapt, evolve, and make informed decisions. In this podcast interview, we unravel the power of Wardley Mapping with the expert guide, Ben Mosior. The burning question we seek to answer: How can Wardley Mapping revolutionise your business strategy? Discover how Wardley Mapping can transform your business strategy, setting you on the path to success in an ever-evolving marketplace, on this podcast with Ben Mosior. Our guest, Ben Mosior, is a Principal at Hired Thought and a recognised authority in the field of Wardley Mapping. With a wealth of experience in strategic thinking and a passion for helping an organisation thrive, Ben is the perfect person to take us on this practical journey.   Show Sponsor - for your manufacturing website needs: Holdingbay    https://holdingbay.co.uk Learn from the Cliff Notes on value chain mapping 03.00 What is possible in flow? 05:50 What can you map? 10:30 How do we understand the value or future value of Mapping? 10:57 Break down what the four stages look like, please? 11:38 Looking at industry specific ... 13:55 If additive started in stage 2 (Custom Built), where might it be going? 15:56 The Punch Escrow by Tal M Kline 16:09 Would we move towards or away from the initial map? 16:48 Maps all experiments - play out what if all the things were in stage 4 (Commodity), what would now be possible in stage 2 (Custom Built)? 20:27 Mapped outliers, can lead to the next present day, for everyone 24:29 How do you see language and learning evolve? Super-power reads: Delve deeper into the subject of mapping and thinking The Reflective Practitioner by Donald Schon Deciphering Sun Tzu by Derek M. C. Yuen Helping: How to Offer, Give, and Receive Help by Edgar Schein Ben's work is not just about mapping, it's about empowering businesses to shape their future. He's a strategic thinker, an educator, and a practitioner who helps companies cut through the fog of uncertainty to make sound, future-proof decisions. Show Notes:     https://cliffnotespodcast.com/podcasts/57/   Links and resources: Machinery and Manufacturing magazine: https://machineryandmanufacturing.com/ Founder at Hired Thought: https://hiredthought.com/ More in the show notes...   CREDITS:   Host: Tristan Bailey Music: Drinks On The Bar - Dougie Wood If you or a friend would be a good guest with a story about People, Process or Technology that moved them forward, then book a quick call on the website.  REVIEWS:   Please leave a review where you listened to the show, or on the bottom of the show web page, above. FOLLOWS:    Follow the show on Twitter https://twitter.com/cliffnotespod Subscribe to the show to keep listening or via email, form on the website.

In this episode Tristan discusses the manufacturing industry with guest Laura Crawford. Laura is the founder and managing director, editor, journalist, and PR specialist at Machinery and Manufacturing Magazine. With 20 years of experience in the publishing industry focused on engineering and manufacturing, Laura brings a wealth of knowledge and insights to the conversation. Show Sponsor - for your manufacturing website needs: Holdingbay    https://holdingbay.co.uk The Cliff Notes on industry reporting. - Where is the pulse of manufacturing in the uk? - Who are you focusing on for reading? - Have you seen change in the sector? - Rolls Royce new deal shows the way to the future - Do you visit businesses in person? - Where do you like to conduct interviews? - How do you connect readers to say spec sheets? - Are people getting better promoting themselves? - What are the next challenges or opportunities? - Should keep your ears open to multiple channels - Chooses her super power items. This episode of Cliff Notes offers valuable insights into the dynamic and ever-evolving world of manufacturing. Laura Crawford's extensive experience in the field, combined with her passion for promoting stories and achievements, makes for an engaging and informative discussion. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities within the manufacturing sector, as well as the importance of embracing technology and collaboration for future success. Whether you're a manufacturing professional, business owner, or simply curious about the industry's innovations, this episode provides a compelling glimpse into the exciting world of manufacturing. Tune in to gain a fresh perspective on how companies are shaping the future of manufacturing in the UK and beyond. Show Notes:     https://cliffnotespodcast.com/podcasts/56/ Links and resources: Machinery and Manufacturing magazine: https://machineryandmanufacturing.com/ CREDITS:   Host: Tristan Bailey Music: Drinks On The Bar - Dougie Wood If you or a friend would be a good guest with a story about People, Process or Technology that moved them forward, then book a quick call on the website.  REVIEWS:   Please leave a review where you listened to the show, or on the bottom of the show web page, above. FOLLOWS:    Follow the show on Twitter https://twitter.com/cliffnotespod Subscribe to the show to keep listening or via email, form on the website.

We delve into the world of live immersive experiences and hardware manufacture with Clockwork Dog, a company known for its innovative products that enhance live shows, escape rooms and interactive art projects. Most of all they are a UK based SME manufacturing company making connected devices and control software. Join us as we uncover the insights and perspectives shared during this engaging conversation. Eyal Danon an accomplished project manager specialising in experiential events, with a background in directing for theatre. Currently a Director at Clockwork Dog. Managing both the production of an event as well as the client services side, managing expectations and developing the creative content.   Show Sponsor - for your manufacturing website needs: Holdingbay  https://holdingbay.co.uk The Cliff Notes on small parts in Live Interactive Experiences. - What is a live interactive experience? - What sort of PLC are you using?  - How many switches can you connect to each?  - How many 100 at a time are you building the enclosures?  - Do you manufacture in the UK? - How many have you in stock?  - Whats a digital master?  - How do you use black PCBs?  - Which compliance checks have you followed?  - How possible is it to make a product, with supply line issues?  - How have changes forced improvement in the products?  - What advice would you give to SME?  - Do you use the hardware too?  - Whats on the horizon?  - Chooses a book linked to his super power. We discuss the process of planning and evolving the parts and supply chain of building your own small electrical products. We reflect on the valuable insights shared by Clockwork Dog regarding the ever-evolving landscape of immersive experiences, the role of technology in enhancing live shows, and the importance of continuous innovation in business and for the entertainment industry. Show Notes:   https://cliffnotespodcast.com/podcasts/55/ Links and resources: Clockwork Dog Website: https://clockwork.dog https://cogs.show/hardware : Explore Clockwork Dog's interactive platform and products. "The Goal: A Process of Ongoing Improvement" by Eliyahu M. Goldratt: A book that provides insights into the theory of constraints and process improvement.   CREDITS: Host: Tristan Bailey Music: Drinks On The Bar - Dougie Wood If you or a friend would be a good guest with a story about People, Process or Technology that moved them forward, then book a quick call on the website.  REVIEWS: Please leave a review where you listened to the show, or on the bottom of the show web page, above. FOLLOWS:  Follow the show on Twitter https://twitter.com/cliffnotespod Subscribe to the show to keep listening or via email, form on the website.

Discover the secrets behind successful companies and the minds that shaped them in a look at 100 years of history. Join us as we delve into the stories of visionary entrepreneurs, inventors and small businesses, uncovering the strategies that propelled their inventions and Great Britain to new heights. Philip Hamlyn Williams, a renowned historian and author. Williams, latest book "How Britain Shaped the Manufacturing World," delves into the fascinating history of Britain's manufacturing prowess and its impact on the world.   Show Sponsor - for your manufacturing website needs: Holdingbay  https://holdingbay.co.uk Learn from the Cliff Notes on the manufacturing history - 03:01 Grand father made surgical instruments at the great exp - 03:59 From 1851 steam trains without internal combustion - 08:30 What was the challenge with cotton that helped? - 08:50 How did steam pumps help oil? - 12:28 Who produced the first motor car? - 18:25 Which companies are you fond of? - 23:53 Take power to people not people needing to move - electric - 24:49 Communications innovations, people could not see the point? - 32:43 Do you think we are heading to 2051 with strong innovation? - Chooses a hand tool and an area of innovation. We discuss the changing period of British manufacturing over roughly a hundred years, from the Great Exhibition in 1851 to the Festival of Britain in 1951. The innovation, hard work, and advancements in various industries during this time that shaped the country and had a global impact. Williams emphasises the importance of friction and opportunity in driving innovation, with entrepreneurs and inventors solving local problems and exploring broader applications for their inventions. They touch on the role of wars, in accelerating technological development and transforming industries. The influx of women into the workforce during the war improved working conditions and changed the dynamics of labor. Industries naturally clustered Coventry and Birmingham being prominent hubs for motor and manufacturing companies. The interview highlights the ingenuity, adaptability, and resilience of British manufacturers throughout history. Show Notes:   https://cliffnotespodcast.com/podcasts/54/ Get the book: https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/How-Britain-Shaped-the-Manufacturing-World-Hardback/p/21375 https://britishmanufacturinghistory.uk/ https://www.philwilliamswriter.co.uk/     CREDITS: Host: Tristan Bailey Music: Drinks On The Bar - Dougie Wood If you or a friend would be a good guest with a story about People, Process or Technology that moved them forward, then book a quick call on the website.  REVIEWS: Please leave a review where you listened to the show, or on the bottom of the show web page, above. FOLLOWS:  Follow the show on Twitter https://twitter.com/cliffnotespod Subscribe to the show to keep listening or by email, form on the website.

In this episode with Ian Woodley, we dive into the world of dynamic business presentations with Pitchflex (formerly StiloTouch), a revolutionary platform that goes beyond traditional slide decks. Join us as we explore how Pitchflex is transforming the way companies engage their audience and showcase their expertise. Show Notes:   https://cliffnotespodcast.com/podcasts/53/ Steven's website: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-woodley/ https://www.brandstilo.co.uk/ Show Sponsor - for your manufacturing website needs: Holdingbay  https://holdingbay.co.uk   CREDITS: Host: Tristan Bailey Music: Drinks On The Bar - Dougie Wood If you or a friend would be a good guest with a story about People, Process or Technology that moved them forward, then book a quick call on the website.  REVIEWS: Please leave a review where you listened to the show, or on the bottom of the show web page, above. FOLLOWS:  Follow the show on Twitter https://twitter.com/cliffnotespod Subscribe to the show to keep listening or by email, form on the website.

The interview is with Steven L. Blue is President and CEO of Miller Ingenuity, a keynote speaker and author. He has written five books and won awards for his writing and speaking. Steve has over 40 years of experience in manufacturing, having worked his way up from a factory supervisor to the CEO and director of the company. He believes in lifelong learning and values both education and experience. Steve advises people to take on every job in order to gain valuable experience and lead. We get into chatting about his list of Silent Business Killers and how these can impact any manufacturing business.    Show Notes:   https://cliffnotespodcast.com/podcasts/52/   Steven's website:   https://www.stevenlblue.com/   CREDITS: Host: Tristan Bailey Music: Drinks On The Bar - Dougie Wood   If you or a friend would be a good guest with a story about People, Process or Technology that moved them forward, then book a quick call on the website.  REVIEWS: Please leave a review where you listened to the show, or on the bottom of the show web page, above. FOLLOWS:  Follow the show on Twitter https://twitter.com/cliffnotespod Subscribe to the show to keep listening or by email, form on the website.

Jason Azevedo is the Chief Strategy Officer at MRCA, a private equity firm that buys and connects legacy manufacturing companies in the US.  MRCA has a focus on employee ownership and has experienced benefits in terms of profitability, employee morale, and lower turnover. The company is currently working on a range of products, including retail displays and control panels for nuclear power plants. MRCA has also expanded its portfolio nationally, allowing employees to move to different locations within the organisation. The company places a strong emphasis on continuous improvement and lean manufacturing principles. Show Notes:   https://cliffnotespodcast.com/podcasts/51/   MRCA:   https://mrca.net/

Powering Real Time Analytical Insights on Edge, if we move our thinking forward and then build the path. Vats Vanar from KX covering IoT and 5G on Cliff Notes Podcast 50. Vice President of Product & Strategy for IoT at KX. He helps manufacturing and automotive clients leverage the power of streaming and real-time distributed analytics architectures to drive better business and financial outcomes. https://cliffnotespodcast.com/podcasts/50/ Learn more: https://kx.com For Industrial companies looking to grow with Digital Web Agency  Sponsor: https://holdingbay.co.uk    

Justin Halfpenny has been CEO of Caddify for the last 4 years, building on the success and needs of previous product offering. We talks about Nocode, companion apps, customer success and product adoption in manufacturing. As Justin puts it "Every product will be shipped with a Companion App".  Show Notes.  https://cliffnotespodcast.com/podcasts/49/   Learn more: https://caddify.com/   Sponsor: https://holdingbay.co.uk   

CYBIONE to the Rescue, with Raj Kundalia Managing Director. It's a frightening thought, isn't it?   That 95% of cyber security breaches are caused by human error? 68% of business leaders feel their cyber security risks are increasing. Is your business safe? Show Notes   https://cliffnotespodcast.com/podcasts/48/

Stephen Harrison predictive asset condition monitoring in the field Stephen has over 30 years experience in the field of systems analysis, development, integration and business intelligence. Most recently Stephen has been heavily involved in systems relating to programme / project management, Asset Management and Monitoring, information capture and analysis often working directly on client sites alongside their own resources.    Show notes:   https://cliffnotespodcast.com/podcasts/47/

Getting into accessiblity and inclusion affects all workforces and customers, of digital interfaces.  Grant Broome, works to make this better and help others.  https://diginclusion.com/services/   Show Notes: https://cliffnotespodcast.com/podcasts/46/   Show sponsor, for websites that move manufacturing forward:   https://holdingbay.co.uk/

Adam teaches us how Net Zero is in reach of SME. With a target for 1 Million Small Businesses to Net Zero By 2025. 96% of the UK economy has less than 9 employees. They lack the resources and support to achieve Net Zero. Small99 is a platform which provides practical guidance on how business owners like you can reach net zero quickly.   Show Notes: https://cliffnotespodcast.com/podcasts/45/   Show sponsor, for websites that move manufacturing forward:   https://holdingbay.co.uk/

Ron Rock is Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Microshare, with three decades of experience as a bridge builder between new technology strategies and legacy enterprises. Create a safer more efficient environment Indoor asset tracking is core feature, to track from wheelchair, to beds to forklifts. To track the most expensive assets after staff to understand how much is being utilised. Show Notes: https://cliffnotespodcast.com/podcasts/44/   Show sponsor, for websites that move manufacturing forward:   https://holdingbay.co.uk/

Mick Tilley is Owner at Tried&True in North Yorkshire, a distributed agency. He's a failed comedian, a failed lawyer and a failed MMA fighter but when it comes to marketing, he is it. Founded in 2019, often disruptive and always innovative, but our philosophy is simple: marketing isn't a one-size fits all discipline. We bring tried and true strategies and tactics together to build bespoke solutions that fit you like a metaphorical glove. Get the show notes https://cliffnotespodcast.com/podcasts/43/

Matt Lacey is Sales & Marketing Manager at H V Wooding a precision component, motor lamination and busbar manufacturer.   With over 20 years in companies across the industry Matt talks about busbars, wire erosion, laser cutting, electric vehicles and british manufacturing. Show Notes : https://cliffnotespodcast.com/podcasts/42/ For H V Wooding: https://www.hvwooding.co.uk/ebrochure/ Learn with the Cliff Notes on precision components   * H V Wooding for busbars, motor laminations, bespoke precision components, as a subcon manufacturer we don't have our own products. * We love to see new prototype projects come in, we have seen a lot from electric manufacturers at the moment As the electric vehicle industry is still young we are able to offer advice and guidance * Reshoring has been very big for us. With Covid19 and Brexit a window of opportunity opened up with clients worried about supply chain * Reshoring cost driven at first, then not needing to order in quantity, goods in transit risks, carbon footprint and also it is much easier to talk to a local in same country on the phone * The feedback we have seen has been amazing and the cost that were perceived to be there were not really there * We have not experienced teething problems with new brexit export rule, we mainly export on single loads without problem, mixed loads with other companies have had more paperwork problems. * We use a lot of copper that is imported but not on other lines * Most of our work is single load and also a safety-net * People are realising the impact of Reshoring and how positive it can be to them

Looking a deep dive into process and improvement in health product production, Kevin and Tristan have a lively conversation.  Kevin Snook is the author of "Make It Right", CEO Saxagon and LUCIDi4. Kevin helps manufacturing leaders take control of the operations, with their current people, to deliver breakthrough results and have the time to work on strategic growth. For 17 years a leader in P&G, with hands-on experience of producing billion dollar brands such as Pampers, Always and Gillette. Taking experience in industrial process at P&G in 2015 Kevin and his technology partner Vincent Casagrande founded LUCIDi4 to build and implement the platform that would allow production machines to speak directly to frontline employees through Real Time Data Analytics. Show Notes: https://cliffnotespodcast.com/podcasts/41/ Show Sponsor, for your manufacturing web platform needs: https://holdingbay.co.uk 

Sharing the passion for board games with Ellie Dix, owner of The Dark Imp. The education quality and passion to innovate on product releases through a pandemic. Having used crowd funding successfully before she is also spearheading the latest big box family game Uranus on Kickstarter. Using her education expertise in production and partners to manufacturing the different parts of the game in the UK and China. The strong branding visuals and keeping the challenging game mechanics creative in play but inclusive to all the family Dark Imp targets. As a drive to get children (and parents) away from screens and all around the same table for some fun and learning. Show Notes: https://cliffnotespodcast.com/podcasts/40/ Contact Ellie at The Dark Imp for great games : https://www.thedarkimp.com/kickstarter/

Sara Duff, Sales and Marketing Director at Smart Manufacture and Smart Quality, is passionate about helping SMEs achieve their business goals through implementing effective business growth strategies.   Supported by best of breed cloud based business and industry specific software. Full show notes: https://cliffnotespodcast.com/podcasts/39/   Smart Manufacture https://smartmanufacture.co.uk

Workwear companies are the barometers of growth, and James should know, opening back up to support orders after lock down. MyWorkwear support manufacturing growth in large and small companies during pandemic. MD, James Worthington even invested time to re-brand Show Notes: https://cliffnotespodcast.com/podcasts/38/ "Almost doubled the work force to cope with demand" https://www.myworkwear.co.uk

Gather sensor data in the field at the edge and use the cheap could power to gain more learning from your own systems on The Cliff Notes Podcast: Lead Manufacturing. Ed is the founder and CTO of Software Design Solutions. He has been creating embedded software solutions for nearly 30 years. In this episode Ed Kuzemchak gets into IoT and embedded systems at the edge to benefit manufacturing industry to lead manufacturing with the Cliff Notes Podcast audience. Show Notes: https://cliffnotespodcast.com/podcasts/37/ https://softwaredesignsolutions.com/  

Actionable data in your operators hands, simplified process monitoring improves production and reports to Excel spreadsheets. Dennis Cocco CEO of 10in6 inc. and industry veteran helps us understand why monitoring processes with data is not to berate the operators with but to give them the tools to grow on this Cliff Notes Manufacturing with host Tristan Bailey. At 10in6 his mission for the last 12 years has been "To provide simple and cost effective ways of improving manufacturing productivity by leveraging plant floor information". Having left behind the heavy expensive monitoring of past company to put the tools in hands of everyone.

This episode Giles Johnston consultant and published author shares advice on what your business can get from working with Smartspeed Consulting with Cliff Notes: Lead manufacturing host Tristan Bailey. His interest began when about 14 years old. He visited a forging plant on an open day and was allowed to have a play with the controls of some very large hammers. Roll on a few years and was running a business unit with 35 operators running a 24/5 shift pattern. Not one to sit still he eventually moved into business for himself and helping other companies. Optimising systems and re-engineering business processes. He tells some great stories from working with sections and people that were under valued, until they were buffed Lean and lead the group. Learn from the Cliff Notes on 8 Wastes.  * 8th Waste AKA Untapped Human Potential Show Notes https://cliffnotespodcast.com/podcasts/35/

This episode Susan Walsh - The Classification Guru gives us a whirlwind tour of what money is going missing in bad data She can clean it up quickly and affordably, saving your team hours of messing around in Excel and with product code mix ups.  Show Notes https://cliffnotespodcast.com/podcasts/34/ Susan Walsh https://www.theclassificationguru.com/introducing-the-classification-guru  

This episode we get into a good conversation with Colin Cater of Tri-Tech 3D and Cadspec on Additive Manufacturing. Colin truly is an AM veteran working from the traditional days of the factory floor toolmaking to now working with state of the art 3D Printers and CAM software.   This recording was made over the phone during Covid-19 lock-down so hope the experience of Colin shines though.   Show Notes http://cliffnotespodcast.com/podcasts/33/ The pace of CNC is moving as fast as additive You can print in 20 materials, but you tend to dedicate a material to a machine, as cross contamination would be a no in medical and aerospace It is a lights out process where cnc needs an operator all the time It is not to machine a part cheaper, but to take parts further So give colin and Tri-Tech 3D a call, after listening.

Peter Hartland of Acorn Quality Services shares advice on what your business can get from working with International Business Standards with Cliff Notes: Lead manufacturing host Tristan Bailey. Get access to more contracts and raise standards in your business. What you'll learn with cliff notes on International Standards Standards we specialise in is Aerospace AS9100, AS9120, ADCAP audits, ISO9001 and CE marking for medical devices. All standards cover whole business, all the way from the concept through people and process to customer satisfaction. The guys on the shop floor are the clever ones, I am just documenting it for them. What we are always looking for happy customers. The skills we have as auditors is all about people skills and get the people relaxed, not interrogate them. Working with a 6 man business, they have now won a £8 million contract over 4 years, so they were over the moon as you can imagine. Peter Hartland joined me on Cliff Notes this month. Based in Wooster and working around the area helping many businesses pass the standards they have chosen. Show Notes https://cliffnotespodcast.com/podcasts/32/ Acorn Quality Services Ltd https://www.acornqualityservices.co.uk/  

On the 12th May it is #GivingTuesdayNow day and many podcasts around the world will be doing their part to mention other shows that as the host enjoy. There is no exclusive time in the week so if we can do a tiny part of helping another show with the time they put in for free to give back. Some show recommendations for you Ian Farrar gets tough and shares the love in the North of England. [Industry Angel Business Podcast] Take a daily dose of reflection, that it is only yourself you can improve. [Daily Dad Podcast] Get hands on with some making at home with this group chat. [The Modern Maker] Bonus Some interesting reflections and walk around of old choices, rather than about battles other similar shows might be. [Cold War Conversations] Might be on audio and photography or could be servicing a motorbike for a long journey to the strange intriguing (some is paid exclusive). [Documentally] Some Industrial Podcasts I listen to and recommend The MTD Podcast The Art of Manufacturing Gary on Manufacturing Making Chips

This episode Hayden Sutherland of Open Transport shares Transport and Mobility account interoperability with Cliff Notes Podcast: Lead manufacturing host Tristan Bailey. Get on board with the initiative as it picks up steam with a set of open standards. For many years Hayden has worked for and then moved to advising and delivering for transport companies digital solutions. He shares the sort of companies and bodies that have input into the initiative and are now working with the benefits. What you'll learn with cliff notes on transport open standards What is an Open Standard? What are Open Transport helping businesses with? Is there a cost or saving? Who benefits form Transport and Mobility account interoperability? Show Notes https://cliffnotespodcast.com/podcasts/30/ Open Transport https://opentransport.co.uk/about-us/

This episode of lead manufacturing, Jason Resnick talks to host Tristan Bailey.   Jason runs rezz.com his own business and for many years helping independents and business build recurring revenue through better specialisation.   He walks me though a niche workshop activity to identify where clients are aligning, then to the next step of landing pages to align and test this special focus.   Show Notes    https://cliffnotespodcast.com/podcasts/29/   Rezz.com for Jason's business https://rezzz.com

This episode Jack Richards is the Marketing Manager at Applegate on the role of bringing your best game to selling and buying on a Procurement Marketplace. Tips for improving your conversions, readiness for possible Brexit, and where does this service fit in growing your bottom line. He shared some of his experience of apprenticeships in the company and the changing market.   Growing in a company that has adapted to the modern market and HR standards.   Bringing in new machine learning and ai, along with personal relationships with the businesses, to smoothly match needs, and not just be a static directory of the past. Cliff Notes Podcast - bandwidth sponsor, holdingbay.co.uk Show notes and more: https://cliffnotespodcast.com/podcasts/28/

Dale Parmenter Founder & group CEO of DRP Group has been in the presentation and communication industry for over 40 years. He left school with one goal: to run his own business. Today DRPG is recognised as one of the leading presentation and communication companies in the UK. The DRPG team comprises of over 300 specialists across global locations. The company works globally offering a range of communication solutions, from creative development, video, live events, digital, design, exhibition and print.   Show notes, and feedback https://cliffnotespodcast.com/podcasts/27/

Get into discussing management and growth in the UK manufacturing with Plastic Injection Moulding with Mark Amphlett, former General Manager at Amtek. A determined and passionate GM and Director, with experience of leading and developing individuals, and inspiring these individuals to become part of a highly motivated team.  Ability to work constructively and communicate on a pier to pier basis with all members of the team from the boardroom to the shop floor. Ensuring his team is working towards and within the goals of the organisation. His passion to be the very best in the industry shows through.   Show Notes: https://cliffnotespodcast.com/podcasts/26/

This episode of Cliff Notes Podcast: Lead manufacturing, host and founder of Holdingbay Tristan Bailey talks to Gary Ramsey for the Cliff Notes podcast. Gary is a business leader with 12 years experience of IoT and Digital Transformation. He shared some of his visions of the near future in management and manufacturing. As business gets more complex and looking for an edge, he suggests management look to smaller startup mentality of learning form and adapting to change. Collect all your sources from customers feedback, machine reports and staff knowledge to build an evolving picture and trust in data driven. The conversation takes Gary from cleaning a pool, to the disappearance of mobile phones, by way of Immersive Reality in the Factory. Gary Ramsey award-winning, forward-thinking, B2B enterprise sales/marketing entrepreneur and business leader with 12 years of experience in IoT/M2M.  Show notes and links https://cliffnotespodcast.com/podcasts/25/

Katy Toms is an accomplished Civil Engineer and Chair of Institution of Civil Engineers Plymouth, and Senior Vice Chair of ICE South West Regional Committee. She is currently at WSP as Senior Engineer. We caught up after she and the large group of women returned from Malawi Expedition. The passion she has for working with others and having a possible effect on the community with Engineering shows through in this as well as all her past work. As Katy put it "Working in engineering and construction gives you the opportunity to be part of something bigger than yourself." What you'll learn   * The come back to normal life after such an expedition * They all learnt brick laying, plastering, painting * Katy - "Everyone embraced every role" * Ran ten STEM activities on trip for the students * Two nurses on trip, and try ran first aid classes too and with the teachers * Similar to hands on sessions in UK, from electrical engineering to planning and cleaning water * Made sure all people helping were paid fairly * Potential for thousands of students to benefit * Advice for other groups who are inspired to do an expedition - Katy happy to speak to you * Recommend [Orbis Expeditions](http://www.orbis-expeditions.com) they make the right connections and make it sustainable * Katy - "It is so rewarding" This episode of Cliff Notes Podcast: Lead manufacturing, host and founder of Holdingbay Tristan Bailey talks to Katy Toms for the Cliff Notes podcast. Katy is an accomplished Civil Engineer and Chair of ICE Plymouth, Top 50 Women In Engineering 2017 and now a Senior Engineer at WSP. As a personal journey Katy went to Malawi with group of women from across the UK in May 2018 and then back in 2019 to trade skills with Malawian women entrepreneurs and build new school classrooms . Resources * Contact her at https://twitter.com/katytoms1 * Follow the project https://twitter.com/STEMBuildMalawi * Tailer for the documentary https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rgCvQnceLoQ&feature=youtu.be * More about WSP http://www.wsp-pb.com/en/WSP-UK/ * Tweet to us https://twitter.com/cliffnotespod

How can you get more effective production from the same machines? For OEE Joern Steinbeck starts with Availability, Efficiency and Quality to monitor overall throughput of process not people, and see if you can find waste to remove and turn into profit. Joern talks about his time at Porsche and now building tools on OEE.cloud   What you'll learn Background to metric Overall Equipment Effectiveness = Availability x Performance x Quality Availability - When you loose capacity with a stoppages Performance - Loss is reduced speed, 80 units/min instead of 100 units/min Quality - With scrap or rework to pass QC Both a management metric and requirement to invest in more equipment if you are already getting high OEE. If you are running efficiently and need more performance If you running at 25% you need to increase performance not new equipment People prefer an Andon solution - without IT-investment or new machines Show notes: https://cliffnotespodcast.com/podcasts/23/

Follow the journey of 20+ women engineers who will collaborate to design and build a STEM classroom at Rainbow Hope School in Malawi - May 2019. Katy Toms was on the show last year to talk Civil Engineering. Now the trip is just around the corner, I talked to two more of the world wide team, Gemma, business and marketing and Jess, student.  Fund raising https://www.gofundme.com/stem-expedition-to-malawi?member=819964 Twitter https://twitter.com/STEMBuildMalawi This episode of Cliff Notes Podcast: Lead manufacturing, host and founder of Holdingbay Tristan Bailey talks to Gemma and Jess for the Cliff Notes podcast. Both professional ladies bring a mix of expertise and sharing getting hands on on the the build. There will be a documentary team following the journey so watch their social media to see how it goes.

Giles Dixon is the founder and managing director of ContractStore. An English solicitor with many years’ experience in drafting and negotiating a wide range of commercial and construction contracts for use in the UK and internationally. During his career he has worked as an in-house lawyer as well as in private practice and spent 12 years living overseas.  ContractStore documents: https://www.contractstore.com/business-services/manufacture-supply/ Giles Dixon: giles@gilesdixon.com Brexit Clause contract: https://www.contractstore.com/business-services/agents-distributors/brexit-clauses-template/ Exporting Made Easy: http://exporting-made-easy.com/book/ This episode of Cliff Notes Podcast: Lead manufacturing, host and founder of Holdingbay Tristan Bailey talks to Giles Dixon for the Cliff Notes podcast. Giles has been working in the legal profession for many years with a focus on clear and simple language for clarity of use. Working in the middle east and the UK on import and export contracts lead him to co-author Exporting Made Easy – A Practical Guide: Selling Services and Products Overseas Through Agents and Distributors (including the Legal Bits!), a business book that introduces the process for exporting goods and services. We sat down together for the first inperson podcast, to talk about his experience and dealing with clear contracts and keeping them easy to use.  Show Notes: https://cliffnotespodcast.com/podcasts/21/

Kirin has been going along to the Discovery STEM robotics club for a few months, and was able to take part in the UK WER competition. He was on a successful team and then invited to the winners trip to represent UK in China at the World finials. The first time he had been on a plane, and meeting kids for Mexico and Croatia. World Education Robot Seminar, with 10,000 competitors, aged 4-18. He has become proficient building and programming the robots in Open Source Scratch 2.0 or C to follow out tasks on the floor. When they compete it is also in small teams, and all preparation must be in your head. Working on the tasks of "Robots in Factory" dealing with moving e-waste.   https://cliffnotespodcast.com

Suzi Baker, Founder, PR and marketing consultant, Balance Web Marketing. Tailored services bringing energy and focused solutions to marketing campaigns for business owners. Specialising in interiors, British manufacturing, construction. Suzi contact: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suzimbaker/ Suzi's company: http://www.balancewebmarketing.co.uk/ Tweet at @cliffnotespod This episode of Cliff Notes Podcast: Ask a leader, host and founder of Holdingbay Tristan Bailey talks to Suzi Baker for the Cliff Notes podcast. Suzi has been working inside companies on marketing and PR for British manufacturing business for many years. We talk about the effect promotion work can raise a companies brand, and that it can also be an enabler. Working with interior designers and creatives to come together and better use the client who she represents lighting, electrical fittings and getting them in press in the hands of buyers. Show Notes: https://cliffnotespodcast.com/podcasts/19/

Rob specialises in web APIs and working with modernising legacy software for companies. The development agency Nineteen Feet was formed in 2013 by Rob Allen. A published author and long term public speaker who also contributes to Open Source projects including leadership roles in Slim Framework and Zend Framework. Rob has also has an interest in Serverless solutions, in particular the Apache OpenWhisk project and its commercial implementation on IBM Cloud Functions. Rob contact: https://twitter.com/akrabat Rob's company: https://19ft.com/ Tweet at @cliffnotespod This episode of Cliff Notes Podcast: Ask a leader, host and founder of Holdingbay Tristan Bailey talks to Rob Allen for the Cliff Notes podcast. Rob has been programming and advising companies on long term strategy for many years. We get into talking about APIs and how they can adapt and grow your systems while offering a cost reduction to future work and collaboration with other business systems. Show Notes: https://cliffnotespodcast.com/podcasts/18/  

Getting an early successful racing start with his dad working on the cars and sponsorship paying for them. Alex Gassman spent time with McLaren Racing and West Surrey Racing in touring cars. His love of physics and maths took him to skipping university and becoming an apprentice with part time work and studies. Having been successful with the STEM program he latter gave back guiding other younger people as intakes got more diverse. Now after 7 years with BAE Systems, has moved to Project and Design Engineer at Eibach UK. Responsible for designing and working with custom suspension systems.   Alex contact: https://www.instagram.com/camberandcombustion/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKr8KRaCQZX_mxfFgP6QAWw/videos Tweet at @cliffnotespod This episode of Cliff Notes Podcast: Ask a leader, host and founder of Holdingbay Tristan Bailey talks to Alex Gassman for the Cliff Notes podcast. Alex started competitive car racing at a young age, went into working on contracts as BAE for his apprenticeship and after getting his degree has returned to motor sport as Project and Design Engineer with Eibach UK.  Show Notes: https://cliffnotespodcast.com/podcasts/17/  

Joined this time by Nicky Raby, and get into talking about her work improving peoples work balance and efficiency when they have moved out of corporate business of many departments to be a business of one. https://www.nickyraby.com "Do more of what you love and less of what you don't..." Then on to the growth of side business and products that can bring in passive income or lead to larger engagements. Wrap up with helpful advice using Instagram to get closer and talk to your audience.   Show notes: https://cliffnotespodcast.com/podcasts/16/

While working on second Masters and moving countries and industries from Steel in Finland to Pharma in Holland, Salli Jaaska took time to talk with us. Offering a guide to better implementing a system by blending it to the IT not IT first. An experienced consultant with implementing and integrating ERP systems to large manufacturing companies. Linkedin contact https://www.linkedin.com/in/sallijaaska/ Contact Tristan at holdingbay.co.uk Tweet at @theholdingbay This episode of Cliff Notes Podcast: Ask a leader, host and founder of Holdingbay Tristan Bailey talks to Salli Jaaska for the Cliff Notes podcast. Salli is an MES Consultant for Pharma Manufacturing with experience from several industries (IoT, healthcare, steel service centers, shipyards) and systems (ERP, MES, PDM/PLM systems). Matching company's goals, processes to IT systems using agile and Lean principles. Show Notes: https://holdingbay.co.uk/cliff-notes/podcasts/15/

Michael Bailey has been Senior Web Developer at Pragmatic Web in Brighton for a few years. Joining the Pragmatic team in the spring of 2014 by persuasive director David Lockie. Writing code and working on current role of compliance officer for both ISO security standard and GDPR. We talk here about Michael's journey through understanding the GDPR regulations to practical steps and learning along the way. How he has been able to set about working thorough issues for improvement in their own systems and client contracts. Read more at https://pragmatic.agency/ Contact https://holdingbay.co.uk/contact/ Tweet at @cliffnotespod This episode of Cliff Notes Podcast: Ask a leader, host and founder of Holdingbay Tristan Bailey talks to Michael Bailey for the Cliff Notes podcast. Michael is Senior Web Developer at Pragmatic Web and DPO for GDPR. The websites he builds are clean, modern and elegant in design and function. Most of the websites are built using the WordPress content management system. Which Pragmatic specialises in for large companies. Show Notes: https://holdingbay.co.uk/cliff-notes/podcasts/14/

Katy Toms is an accomplished Civil Engineer and Chair of Institution of Civil Engineers Plymouth, and Senior Vice Chair of ICE South West Regional Committee. This year she moved to WSP as Senior Engineer. Finding her self nominated for all her work for Top 50 Women Engineers 2017. We sat down to talk STEM, apprenticeships and the passion she has for working with others and having a possible effect on the community with Engineering. As Katy put it "Working in engineering and construction gives you the opportunity to be part of something bigger than yourself." Read more at https://twitter.com/tomskt10 More about WSP http://www.wsp-pb.com/en/WSP-UK/ Contact https://holdingbay.co.uk/contact/ Tweet at @cliffnotespod This episode of Cliff Notes Podcast: Ask a leader, host and founder of Holdingbay Tristan Bailey talks to Katy Toms for the Cliff Notes podcast. Katy is an accomplished Civil Engineer and Chair of ICE Plymouth, and Senior Vice Chair of ICE South West Regional Committee. Now a Senior Engineer at WSP. This year she will be part of the organising committee to put on events for 200 years of Engineering adversary, and Uk government's the Year of Engineering 2018. ICE Plymouth to celebrate ICE 200 with Nigel Overton, Curator for Plymouth City Museum and Nick Ely, Area Coastal Engineer for the Environment Agency on the 1st May 2018 Evening on the water As a personal journey Katy goes to Malawi with group of women from across the UK in May 2018 to trade skills with Malawian women entrepreneurs. Help raise money for the Scholarships Show Notes: https://holdingbay.co.uk/cliff-notes/podcasts/13/