Podcasts about Factory Floor

Virtual Vision for Velvet Avocados: VR Vineyards to Veggie Aisles.  Text Trap Trouble: Why Trolling Scammers Turns You into the Target.  Taxiing to the Sky: Manhattan's Air Mobility Ambition Takes Flight.  Borderline Biometrics: AI Age Assessments at the Asylum Gate.  Wheeled Workforce: Humanoid Helpers Hit the Factory Floor.  Mobile Megacharge: The EV Rescue Revolution Rolls Out.  Quantum Quandary: Backrooms Born from Qubits.  CV Clones and Career Clarity: How AI Is Rewriting Recruitment.  Argus Ascendant: A Bold Blob Bot Breaks Robotics Boundaries. 

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Perfect Show For Rachel is a unique and trimphant theatre performance where Rachel controls the show! Rachel is a learning disabled woman who loves Kylie, fart jokes and firing her actors on the spot! We spoke to Flo, Rachel's sister about rules and rule-breaking, learning and unlearning. Flo is the artistic director of Zoo Co and talks us through the process and the political importance of access embedded throughout the show. Find us on Facebook, Instagram and BlueSky and search Vandal Factory Playlist on Spotify.You can support the podcast on Patreon! For as little as £1 a month you can be a mega legend and help make these podcasts...and allow us to commission other artists! Support us on at patreon.com/VandalFactory.

Neil Robinson spent 20 years designing dishwashers and ovens for factory assembly lines. Then he quit and started a market garden. When I asked what transferred, he didn't say growing skills. He said: the way factories think about movement, waste, and process. Click here to learn more about Neil and Garden to Market. Watch the episode here! Interested in watching the series? Hop on over to our YouTube Channel!   Subscribe for more content on sustainable farming, market farming tips, and business insights!   Get market farming tools, seeds, and supplies at Modern Grower. Follow Modern Grower:  Instagram  Instagram Listen to other podcasts on the Modern Grower Podcast Network:  Carrot Cashflow  Farm Small Farm Smart  Farm Small Farm Smart Daily  The Growing Microgreens Podcast  The Urban Farmer Podcast  The Rookie Farmer Podcast  In Search of Soil Podcast Check out Diego's books:  Sell Everything You Grow on Amazon   Ready Farmer One on Amazon **** Modern Grower and Diego Footer participate in the Amazon Services LLC. Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com.

The following article of the Automotive industry is: 'Hannover Messe 2026 and the Future of Mexico's Factory Floor' by José Antonio Velazquez, Country Manager Mexico, Facteon. 

Full automation and AI on the factory floor are great, but the line still doesn't run without people who can feel a part click into place wrong or hear a tool burn.That space between what technology can repeat and what only an operator can sense is the art of precision manufacturing.Recorded live from The Manufacturing Exchange at ARTISANworks in Rochester, NY for the Rochester stop on the Rust Belt Renaissance Tour, Chris is joined on stage by three guests who think about that space every day. Matthew Bradley is Program Director at Moog Inc., a 75-year-old Buffalo-based motion control company building out a brand-new 150,000-square-foot machine shop. James Greer is Lead Sourcing Rep at X-Bow Systems, the non-traditional solid rocket motor manufacturer. Chris Brown, SVP of Sales, joins from Fathom Digital Manufacturing, one of the largest on-demand digital manufacturing platforms in North America.They talk through where automation creates value and where applying it too aggressively produces scrap. Matt walks through the philosophy his team is using to pull together routings, eliminate setups, and rethink "we've always done it this way" inside Moog's new facility. James shares what he looks for when grading a supplier within 60 seconds of walking the floor, the regional pockets of the US where manufacturing talent is gathering, and why the mix of people on machine shop floors is more varied than people assume.For anyone scaling a precision shop, evaluating suppliers, trying to figure out where the operator ends and the machine should begin, or thinking about the art of manufacturing, this is a look at how three working leaders are navigating that line right now.In this episode, find out:The parts of precision manufacturing that will always need a human, and why feel still beats sensors when tolerances run into the millionthsWhere the art shows up in novel parts and the unfamiliar problems no simulation, CAM program, or AI catches the first time throughWhy Moog calls its experienced machinists a "critical, precious resource" and how that framing shapes the company's plan to double headcount over the next decadeHow a Moog servo valve goes together, and why an interference fit clicking is the cue that something is already wrongWhat Chris Brown means when he says "the human brain is what needs to solve that problem," and where Fathom puts that into practiceWhat outsiders miss about Upstate New York's manufacturing scene, from optics to aerospace to motion controlHow shop culture and the way owners invest in their people decide whether the next generation of machinists staysEnjoying the show? Please leave us a review here. Even one sentence helps. It's feedback from Manufacturing All-Stars like you that keeps us going!Tweetable Quotes:"There's certain things, especially in the precision motion control world, that we just haven't been able to figure out, and frankly, we don't think we're gonna be able to. There is always gonna have to be a human in there to feel and understand what's going on." — Matthew Bradley, Program Director, Moog Inc."If you ask five engineers to solve one problem, there'll be 10 answers in 20 hours of argument. So time box that time, understand that sometimes your gut's Right. Trust it and move forward." — Chris Brown, SVP of Sales, Fathom Digital Manufacturing"What that owner did is he invested in his people. He said, 'I don't want you to go out and get a personal loan and give your money away to some financial institution. I don't want you to go get a mortgage. I'll buy your house.' So he bought all of his employees their homes through their work. He invested in his people. That story stuck with me." — James Greer, Lead Sourcing Rep, X-Bow SystemsLinks & mentions:Fathom Digital Manufacturing, one of the largest on-demand digital manufacturing platforms in North America, providing 25+ advanced manufacturing technologies and support services across additive manufacturing, injection molding, CNC machining, and sheet metal fabrication.Moog Inc., worldwide designer, manufacturer, and integrator of precision motion control components and systems, headquartered near Buffalo, NY.X-Bow Systems, leading non-traditional producer of solid rocket motors, offering both traditional SRMs and advanced additive manufacturing solutions.ARTISANworks, the art-centric event space in Rochester, NY where The Manufacturing Exchange (and this episode) was held.Make sure to visit http://manufacturinghappyhour.com for detailed show notes and a full list of resources mentioned in this episode. Stay Innovative, Stay Thirsty.

General-purpose AI can answer almost anything, but that flexibility becomes a liability on the factory floor.In this bonus episode, Chris sits down with Angelo Stracquatanio, CEO of Apprentice, a purpose-built AI company for manufacturers and the creator of A1: The AI Agent for Manufacturing Teams.Angelo has spent 12 years building software for the people on the shop floor, starting in the pharma manufacturing suites where a 200-page paper binder sparked the idea for the company.The conversation covers the origin story of Apprentice, the ‘Predict and Prepare' framework behind its biggest pivots (including the COVID response that helped produce 300 million vaccine doses), and what it looks like to become AI-native as a business. Angelo also tells the story behind A1, the AI Agent for Manufacturing Teams.This episode's for any manufacturer trying to separate AI hype from AI that can be trusted in production.In this episode, find out:Why Angelo named the company ‘Apprentice' 12 years ago and why the meaning has only become more relevant in the AI eraHow the product evolved from AR headsets and Google Glass into a full ISA 95 manufacturing stackWhy stacking AI inside a single manufacturing system traps it behind four walls, and what a new layer above the stack can do differentlyAngelo's personal path from writing every line of code himself to CEO leading the company through multiple pivotsThe ‘Predict and Prepare' framework behind the team's COVID response, and how it has guided four or five major business movesWhat Angelo has learned over 12 years about building a leadership team around complementary weaknessesWhy a custom-trained model and a constrained workflow engine are what give manufacturing AI the precision and trust it needs for production useEnjoying the show? Please leave us a review here. Even one sentence helps. It's feedback from Manufacturing All-Stars like you that keeps us going!Tweetable Quotes:“In manufacturing in particular, humans still need to be the driving force. And AI is just a tool to help support them.” “The hardest thing that I had to learn was not software. It wasn't even the entrepreneurship or the CEO stuff. It was building trust and credibility with our customers.” “If we're gonna use AI in manufacturing, it's gotta be precise. Otherwise, no one's gonna trust this thing.” Links & mentions:Apprentice, a purpose-built AI company for manufacturers and the creators of A1: The AI Agent for Manufacturing TeamsLaico's, long-running, brick-lined nook offering an array of Italian cuisine, cocktails, and wine in Jersey City, NJMake sure to visit http://manufacturinghappyhour.com for detailed show notes and a full list of resources mentioned in this episode. Stay Innovative, Stay Thirsty.

Lens on Gaza: The Sun and Moon Still Rise is a photography exhibition at East Street Arts, in Leeds UK. It presents an intimate visual narrative of life, resilience, and humanity in Gaza, through photographer Fadi A. Thabet's own lived experience and work within the city.The exhibition will be open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday (12 – 4pm) & Saturday and Sunday (12 – 4pm) until May 9th 2026. East Street Arts is located on St Mary's Ln, Leeds LS9 7EH. Henry speaks to creative producer Shazia Bibi and Artistic Director of East Street Arts, Jon Wakeman, alongside some audio from the artist, Fadi A. Thabet. Fadi was born in 1978 in the central Gaza Strip. A photographer, human rights activist, and art education teacher, Thabet believes that art must serve a purpose without a cause, creative work risks losing its ability to reach and move the world if not created in all circumstances.Alongside his photographic practice, Thabet works closely with children who have endured the trauma of war and displacement in Gaza. Through art education and creative expression, he supports young people living in camps, helping them process trauma and rebuild a sense of hope and agency.Shazia Bibi is a cultural producer exploring narratives of identity, belonging, and social justice that transcend borders.East Street Arts supports artists to explore, connect, and challenge artists to be catalysts of change through art. Bethlehem Arts Festival provides a platform for international collaboration rooted in Palestinian heritage and creativity. Leeds Palestinian Film Festival raises awareness and solidarity through film and visual culture.

Hazel Baker of the London History Podcast describes late December 1870 at the crowded Worship Street Police Court, where three women—Elizabeth Brown (22), Charlotte Quigley (20), and her mother Charlotte Quigley (45)—are charged with stealing large quantities of buttons from Hackney manufacturer Mr. Williamson. The episode explains why buttons had real commercial value in the booming Victorian clothing trade and how stolen goods could be easily hidden and resold. Detective Chapman traces the missing buttons through East End neighborhoods via shopkeepers such as Isaac Levine of Bethnal Green Road and Mr. Hyams near Spitalfields, who admit buying “job lots” without records or reporting suspicions. Magistrate Henry Jeffreys Bushby condemns this normalized receiving of stolen goods, warns traders to keep detailed purchase records, and links the thefts to severe East End poverty and economic distress; the case is remanded and the final outcome is unknown.

Nick LaRovere spent years at Palantir before co-founding Pryzm with friends, including a Lockheed Martin alum. And in this episode of Founded & Funded, Nick shares his inside account of how AI is actually being adopted inside the federal government, and what it takes to sell technology into that market. Pryzm is an AI-powered intelligence engine for government business development: it aggregates data across CRMs, email, Slack, and public procurement sources to help companies win contracts. Nick's argument is that by the time an opportunity appears on SAM.gov, the deal is already decided. In this episode, Madrona Partner Chris Picardo and Nick cover: why there's still no purpose-built CRM for government buyers, what Pentagon AI adoption actually looked like from the inside (workers hadn't touched an LLM as recently as two years ago), and what forward-deployed engineering at Palantir taught Nick about building close to the customer. If you're selling into government, building for defense, or trying to understand how AI procurement works inside federal agencies, this is a useful map of how the terrain actually works. Full Transcript: https://www.madrona.com/palantir-alum-explains-how-ai-is-used-and-bought-by-the-federal-government (00:00) – Introduction (01:42 – Why the Defense Budget Growing to $1.5 Trillion Matters for Startups (04:11) – Colors of Money: How Federal Budgets Actually Work (06:47) – The Move Toward Colorless, Flexible Defense Spending (10:51) – What Pryzm Does: AI-Powered Intelligence for Government BD (12:21) – Why Deals Are Decided Before They Ever Post on SAM.gov (17:25) – The Government AI Gap: Pentagon Workers Without LLM Access Until Two Years Ago (21:00) – The Digital Thread Problem: Fragmented CRMs and Millions Wasted on Brittle Tools (26:11) – What Nick Learned Watching Elon Sleep on the  @tesla  Factory Floor (27:00) – Palantir's Forward Deployed Engineer and Why It Produces So Many Founders (30:33) – Why Hard Problems Make Better Businesses: TAM, Willingness to Pay, and Moat (32:05) – Hiring Is Harder Than Founders Expect — and More Important

The third episode in a series on the history of Indonesia: a hinge in the world system where colonialism and revolution have decisively shaped the trajectory of global history. This installment picks up with the 1942 Japanese conquest of the Dutch East Indies and takes us through the Revolution, which Indonesian nationalist leaders launched against the Dutch in 1945 after Japan's surrender to the Allies. Featuring Rianne Subijanto, Made Supriatma, and Farabi Fakih. Our huge new Thawra study guide and resource website thawraproject.com RSVP to the May 20 Dig party in Seattle! eventbrite.com/e/the-dig-x-house-our-neighbors-party-tickets-1986843010930 RSVP to the May 26 Dig party in LA! eventbrite.com/e/a-party-in-la-for-the-dig-friends-tickets-1987008568116? Support The Dig at Patreon.com/TheDig Find The Anti-Defamation League and the Racial State at UCPress.edu Buy From the Free Speech Movement to the Factory Floor at Haymarketbooks.org

Containerization is quietly reshaping how factories deploy and manage software, but most OT teams never asked for it. In this episode powered by PLCnext Technology, we explore why containers matter for manufacturing and how to adopt them without the complexity.Neil Cresswell, Founder and CEO of Portainer, joins Phil Seboa and Ed Fuentes to discuss how his platform went from an IT tool to a factory floor essential, and why the technology behind it should be invisible to the people using it.Key topics in this episode:How Portainer evolved from an IT tool to an industrial platformWhy containers and Kubernetes are reshaping factory software deploymentThe global manufacturing competition driving modernizationReal-world use cases from John Deere, precision agriculture, and quality controlA bottom-up strategy for adopting new technology in your plantThis episode is proudly made possible by PLCnext TechnologyPLCnext Technology is the ecosystem for industrial automation consisting of open hardware, modular engineering software, a global community, and a digital software marketplace.Learn more at:⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.plcnext-community.net/news/synergy-edge-cloud/⁠---------------------------FlowFuse at Hannover Messe 2026Discover how FlowFuse empowers you to build, deploy, and scale industrial automation -- your way. Visit FlowFuse at Hall 014, Stand K26 during Hannover Messe (April 20-24, 2026) and experience live demonstrations of FlowFuse connecting the entire industrial stack -- from PLCs on the shop floor to MES, ERP, and cloud services -- enabling real-time industrial connectivity, data integration, and AI-powered operations.Let's transform industrial data together -- live, integrated, and in real time.Claim your free pass and learn more: https://flowfuse.com/events/hannover-messe-2026/---------------------------Connect with Neil on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ncresswell/Connect with Phil on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philseboa/Connect with Ed on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edfuentes/Learn more about Portainer: https://www.portainer.ioEpisode Recap Article: https://unpluggediiot.com/episodes/ep-48-containers-without-complexity-it-tools-factory-floor

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When we talk about reliability, we usually focus on materials, processes, test methods, and standards. But what if one of the most overlooked reliability risks is who is not at the table when engineering decisions are made?Today's episode focuses on women in STEM, Science technology engineering and mathematics, and why this conversation extends far beyond mere representation. It impacts how problems are defined, how risks are identified, and how resilient our technologies ultimately become. My guest is Kristen Eckart, an accomplished engineer whose career includes working in high-reliability environments at Lockheed Martin.While Kristen's background includes complex systems where failure is not an option, this conversation is not about any specific product or program. Instead, it is about the broader experience of women in engineering, the barriers that still exist, and why attracting and retaining women in STEM is essential to the future of technology and manufacturing.For those of you working in electronics manufacturing, quality, reliability, or engineering leadership, this discussion connects directly to how teams make better decisions, reduce risk, and design systems that perform reliably in the real world.This is a conversation about engineering excellence, opportunity, and why who we include ultimately matters.

Packtech Tooling, based in Cape Town and led by Kim Naran, sits at the start of that system. Packtech Tooling, a specialised manufacturing business based in Cape Town, has built a strong reputation within South Africa's printing and packaging sector. Founded by Werner Weber, the company supplies precision tooling to the printing, packaging and narrow web label industries across South Africa and parts of the African continent. Today, the business is headed by Managing Director Kim Naran, whose leadership reflects decades of hands-on industry experience.

Andrea D. Carter, organizational scientist and founder of Andrea Carter Consulting, joins The Manufacturing Employer to share how measurable belonging can transform manufacturing culture. Andrea discusses her Belonging First methodology and its five key indicators that drive trust, performance and retention. She explores the real costs of culture gaps, how leaders often miss hidden pockets of disengagement and practical steps for frontline supervisors to build strong teams. This episode shows why belonging is not a perk, but essential infrastructure for operational success.

Ongoing U.S. military operations in the Middle East are stretching supply chains, increasing demand for munitions and intelligence, and raising new questions about how long industry can sustain the pace without supplemental funding. Behind every deployment, contractors are providing the logistics, technology, and support that make operations possible. Joining me to break down what this moment means for industry is President of the Professional Services Council, Stephanie Kostro.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bob Treacy started his career as a union steward on the factory floor at GE Aircraft Engines. After earning a BS and MS in Computer Science from Boston University while working and raising a family at the same time, he jumped to software, never looked back, and remains at the cutting edge with Java and AI. Now Principal Software Architect and Data Engineer at Harvard University, he has been writing Java since 1995 and has attended more than 20 JavaOne conferences. So, he's lived much of the entire life of Java.  At JavaOne 2026 this week he'll present work from Harvard's Dataverse project, which uses LLM embeddings and a graph database knowledge graph to recommend metadata categories for research datasets.  The conversation also covers Java's long evolution, his pragmatic view of AI, and his advice to students to make sure they understand full systems and not just be exclusively a coder. Bob Tracey: LinkedIn | Jim Grisanzio: LinkedIn, X/Twitter

Garth Coleman, CEO of Canvas Envision, a company founded on the vision of making complex product design accessible to people across manufacturing organizations joins Enterprise … Read more The post How This Expert is Rethinking the Factory Floor in the Age of AI appeared first on Top Entrepreneurs Podcast | Enterprise Podcast Network.

From manufacturing data and AI adoption to workforce trends and the evolving role of women in industry, supply chain leaders are navigating a fast-changing landscape. In this episode of The Buzz, hosts Scott Luton and Karen Betancourt break down the latest global supply chain news and welcome Tracy Hyatt Bosman of Biggins Lacy Shapiro & Company to explore how economic signals, workforce dynamics, and site selection strategies are shaping the future of manufacturing and logistics. Buckle up and join us for this week's insights and conversations — welcome to The Buzz powered by Project44!This episode dives into the latest developments impacting global supply chains, including new data on U.S. manufacturing performance, the rapid rise of AI in factory operations, and the workforce dynamics influencing site selection and economic development. The conversation also highlights Women's History Month, explores real-world examples of supply chain and marketing alignment, and examines how emerging technologies and shifting economic signals are reshaping industry strategy.Tune in and learn:What the latest U.S. manufacturing data signals about jobs, tariffs, and production costsHow manufacturers are deploying AI to improve productivity, quality, and resilienceWhy workforce availability and skills remain the biggest factor in manufacturing site selectionThe myths and realities surrounding manufacturing careers and workforce shortagesKey economic insights from leading economists on the outlook for U.S. manufacturing and global tradeHow retailers like Target are investing in supply chain and fulfillment capabilities to compete in the omnichannel eraThe role of women's leadership in supply chain and manufacturing operationsWhy data centers are becoming a critical (and sometimes controversial) part of modern infrastructureWhether you're a supply chain leader, manufacturer, logistics professional, or industry enthusiast, this episode offers valuable perspective on the economic forces, workforce realities, and technology shifts shaping the future of supply chain. Tune in to gain practical insights and stay ahead of the trends influencing how the world moves goods, data, and innovation.Additional Links & Resources:Project 44: https://www.project44.com/With That Said: https://bit.ly/WTS-7-March-2026National Supply Chain Day: https://bit.ly/NSCD-2026American Supply Chain Summit: https://supplychainus.com/FritoLay Chip Challenge: https://bit.ly/Karen-FritoLay-Chip-ChallengeUS manufacturing activity steady, factory gate inflation surges: https://reut.rs/4roemtIU.S. payrolls unexpectedly fell by 92,000 in February; unemployment rate rises to 4.4%: https://cnb.cx/4bgHFseManufacturers are making progress with AI, but barriers remain: Cisco: https://bit.ly/State-of-AI-in-ManufacturingTarget readies next-day delivery for 20 more metros this spring: https://bit.ly/Target-Expands-Next-Day-DeliveryFox's Burton's Companies factory chief: “I was told being a woman would hold me back:” https://bit.ly/Women-In-ManufacturingDecision44 Event: https://www.project44.com/events/decision44/The Executives'​ Club of Chicago's Annual Economic Outlook 2026: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/traceyhyattbosman_before-it-gets-too-far-in-the-rearview-mirror-activity-7418784479105691649-Azng/Connect with Tracey on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/traceyhyattbosman/Connect with Karen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karendbetancourt/Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.comWatch and listen to more Supply Chain Now episodes here: https://supplychainnow.com/program/supply-chain-nowSubscribe to Supply Chain Now on your favorite platform: https://supplychainnow.com/joinWork with us! Download Supply Chain Now's NEW Media Kit: https://bit.ly/3XH6OVkSupply Chain Now en Espanol WEBINAR- Visibilidad estrategica en Pharma: control, cumplimiento y resiliencia en entornos de alto riesgo: https://bit.ly/4rku7lCWEBINAR- Talent Management Playbook for Supply Chain Leaders: https://bit.ly/4uc2OfBWEBINAR- From Workforce Planning to Hourly Performance Management: How GEODIS Americas Turned Labor Productivity into a Growth Engine: https://bit.ly/4blRfKpWEBINAR- Ahead of Disruption: How AI-First Design Builds Supply Chain Resilience — and Transforms the Teams Behind It: https://bit.ly/4ldRn3bThis episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Karen Betancourt, and produced by Trisha Cordes, Joshua Miranda, and Amanda Luton. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/buzz-ai-hits-factory-floor-1557

Common/Wealth are a theatre company based in Bradford and Cardiff, making work with, for and about working class communities and urgent social issues. Henry and Natalie took a trip to Bradford to chat about their first book, Do It Yourself: Making Political Theatre. The book is a retrospective of their work, it shares their methodology, personal experiences and belief in theatre being a tool for social change. Joining the episode are Ezra, May, Soarise and Evie discussing how they create vibrant, political work, the vital effect it's had on audiences, particpants and communities...plus a hint towards their next show.Find us on Facebook, Instagram and BlueSky and search Vandal Factory Playlist on Spotify.You can support the podcast on Patreon! For as little as £1 a month you can be a mega legend and help make these podcasts...and allow us to commission other artists! Support us on at patreon.com/VandalFactory.

In this episode of Great Question: A Manufacturing Podcast, Relay co-founder and CEO Chris Chuang joins the podcast to delve into another corner of artificial intelligence in manufacturing: How voice is being turned into data, ending the disconnect among workers who don't sit at desks or dwell near workstations.

There's only one Charlie Austin and he joined us this weekend in New York for the Wrexham Watch Party...- R's fill the Factory Floor from as far as Boston, Philly, D.C., Toronto, Austin, Houston and London. - Rangers took the lead twice but caught as cold as New York was in injury time- Highlights from a day full of highlights- Hugs, Limbs and Liquids.- We reply to some correspondence- Snow and ICE in New York City- Did everyone get home OK?- Ant's Kit Korner. It's one of the Specials- Predictions. Will Andy remember who we're playing?- A Triptych from Jacob- Remembering Dan McQuade, Lily and Charlie, and this, us. - Looking to start your own American chapter? We're happy to help- Coventry and Charlton on Paramount+Rate, review, send us a message on insta, follow,

According to ABBYY, many manufacturing businesses are investing in GenAI solutions that promise more than they can realistically deliver, and in some cases, GenAI isn't even the technology they need. To research, ABBYY commissioned the 2025 State of Intelligent Automation Report: GenAI Confessions, a survey examining how manufacturers are adopting GenAI, where they're struggling, and what's actually driving results. Jon Knisley, Director of Process AI Strategy and Operations Leader at ABBYY, joins us to explain the findings. The conversation looks beyond GenAI alone, examining the role of complementary technologies such as agentic AI, process intelligence, and purpose-built AI in delivering reliable outcomes and faster ROI.Sponsored By:

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During The Assembly Show last fall, we sat down with Anthony Leo, president of IPR Robotics, to talk about new product development in the automation sector. Leo explains how he transforms a napkin sketch into a usable product that people want. We discuss the development of StackTrax, IPR's new, modular seventh-axis system designed to extend robot reach and flexibility on the factory floor. Leo discusses why StackTrax was created, what gaps it fills in the marketplace, and how IPR's approach differs from other seventh-axis providers.Sponsored By:

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A new report from Deloitte, From Vision to Value: A Roadmap for Enterprise Transformation in Manufacturing with Agentic AI, reveals that more than a quarter of manufacturers are already exploring how agentic AI technology can transform everything from the back office to the factory floor. We explore the report's implications with the AI & Data Principal at Deloitte, Patricia Henderson, breaking down where AI agents deliver the greatest impact, why most manufacturing work remains human-driven, and how agentic AI can autonomously reconfigure operations when disruptions strike. Ready to turn agentic AI into real enterprise value? Don't miss this episode of ASSEMBLY Audible.Sponsored By:

In today's episode, I'm joined by Kate Stewart, founder of Factory Floor Jewels. Kate creates contemporary jewellery using mixed metals and reclaimed materials, with stories that trace back to her childhood and her father's engineering background.   We dive into: How storytelling shapes her collections and makes them stand out to buyers The role trade shows have played in building trust and long term stockist relationships Why persistence (without pushiness) is key to reorders How markets and events feed into product development and retail insights Kate's proudest wholesale moments, from landing major galleries to seeing her work in Tate Modern   This is a brilliant listen if you want insight into building a strong wholesale brand that retailers remember and reorder from.   Timestamps 00:00 Welcome and introduction 00:23 Upcoming free workshop: Cracking Christmas 01:29 Meet Kate from Factory Floor Jewels 02:50 Kate's journey and inspiration 04:02 Wholesale and retail strategies 07:16 Trade shows and branding 11:45 Storytelling in jewellery collections 16:08 Building relationships with retailers 18:55 Persistence and motivation 24:17 Proudest moments and conclusion   Free Workshop: Cracking Christmas Build Your Sales Plan for Your Best Q4 Yet

During this episode, Santosh is joined by Devin Bhushan, Founder and CEO of Squint. Devin shares how his company is revolutionizing manufacturing by using AI to capture and scale the tribal knowledge of frontline workers. The discussion covers the challenges of labor shortages, the importance of empowering operators, and the need to digitize best practices for efficiency and quality. Devin also explains how Squint's multimodal platform leverages video, voice, and data to create a centralized knowledge base, and emphasizes the critical role of trustworthy AI in mission-critical environments. Key takeaways include the value of combining human creativity with technology, the need for robust governance to prevent bad practices, Squint's vision to optimize the entire manufacturing supply chain from design to service, and so much more.Highlights from their conversation include:How Squint is Revolutionizing Manufacturing (0:41)Devin's Background & Inspiration (2:18)AI's Role: Augmenting Human Potential (4:20)Scaling Best Practices with AI (6:43)Designing Software for Factory Operators (7:48)Capturing and Sharing Tacit Knowledge (10:13)Retooling Brownfields & Quality Use Cases (13:54)Eliminating Search: The Future of Knowledge Access (15:03)Building Trustworthy AI for Mission-Critical Tasks (17:13)Preventing the Spread of Bad Practices (20:11)What's Next for Squint: Beyond the Factory Floor (23:30)Rapid-Fire “This or That” Segment (24:59)Final Thoughts and Takeaways (25:55)Dynamo is a VC firm led by supply chain and mobility specialists that focus on seed-stage, enterprise startups.Find out more at: https://www.dynamo.vc/

In this episode of the AeroExploration Podcast, we have another Fly the Transition story. We sit down with Joe, a pilot whose career path proves that chasing your dream job in aviation isn't always a straight line. Joe takes us from his days on the factory floor to his first aviation gigs, sharing how he and his family sacrificed to keep his flying dream alive.From check run flights in the middle of the night to the demanding world of Part 135 charter operations, Joe opens up about the lessons learned, the resilience it takes, and the payoff of finally landing in the right seat of his dream career.Whether you're a student pilot, career changer, or someone who simply loves hearing the human side of aviation, Joe's story is a testament to perseverance and passion.Support the Show: If you are looking for early releases, exclusive content, or just want to support the show, consider joining me on Patreon!There are several levels of support and extra goodies at each level. Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.patreon.com/flyingmidwest⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AeroExploration: Check out the YouTube Channel. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@AeroExploration⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Community:If you enjoy Fly the Transition and want to continue the conversation, consider joining our Discord community. To request an invite, simply reach out to Jim by email or social media.Sponsor Information:Support our sponsors and affiliates who help make this podcast possible!Affiliate Links:Lightspeed Headsets: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.lightspeedaviation.com/?campaign=flyingmidwest23&ref=101⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Flying Eyes Sunglasses: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://flyingeyesoptics.com/?ref=Flyingmidwest23⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Use code Flyingmidwest10 for 10% off your purchaseFly the Transition Merch:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠flyingmidwest.com/merch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Contact Information:Do you have questions or comments about the show? Do you have an idea for a future episode? Do you want to be a guest on the podcast? Reach out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠jim@flyingmidwest.com or connect with Jim through social media or the website.

In this episode of the Manufacturing Culture podcast, Jim Mayer interviews Renan Devilliers, co-founder of OSS Ventures. Renan shares his unique journey from a military upbringing to becoming a leader in the manufacturing technology industry. He discusses the importance of organizational culture, his experiences at McKinsey, and the entrepreneurial spirit that drives him. Renan emphasizes the need for innovation in manufacturing, the mission-driven approach of OSS Ventures, and the core values that guide their work. He also explores the future of manufacturing, the impact of technology, and the opportunities available within the industry.TakeawaysCulture is what gets people to thrive or leave an organization.Renan grew up moving frequently due to his father's military career.He transitioned from a career in violin to mathematics and consulting.Renan discovered his passion for manufacturing while at McKinsey.OSS Ventures aims to revolutionize manufacturing through technology.The future of manufacturing will involve gigafactories and small factories.Renan believes in paying shop floor workers as well as tech workers.OSS Ventures has a mission-driven approach from day one.Values are crucial for guiding company culture and decision-making.Renan emphasizes the importance of listening to shop floor workers.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Renan de Villiers01:55 Defining Organizational Culture02:41 Renan's Unique Background and Education04:40 Career Path: From McKinsey to Manufacturing08:35 Discovering the Entrepreneurial Spirit09:51 The Allure of Manufacturing11:50 OSS Ventures: Revolutionizing Manufacturing Tech14:05 The Future of Manufacturing and Reshoring16:42 Personal Growth and Leadership in Startups18:11 Mission-Driven Approach at OSS Ventures19:20 Core Values and Their Impact24:48 Staying True to Values in Business30:53 Beliefs Guiding OSS Ventures35:10 The Future Landscape of Manufacturing37:59 Opportunities at OSS Ventures40:02 Embracing Change in ManufacturingDon't forget to register for MEDevice Boston!

Summary Have you ever wrapped up your workday thinking, “I've been busy all day, but I'm not sure I actually made anything better”? If so, you're not alone, and today's guests are here to help you break that cycle. In this episode, Andy talks with Don Kieffer and Nelson Repenning, co-authors of the new book There's Got to Be a Better Way. Don is a former Harley-Davidson executive who led during some of the company's most challenging years. Nelson is a professor at MIT Sloan who studies why well-intended management tools often fail in practice. Together, they're helping leaders rethink how work actually gets done. In the conversation, you'll learn why so many teams get stuck in firefighting mode, and why that's often not a people issue but a systems issue. You'll hear how to spot the “firefighter-arsonist” pattern, why problem-solving starts with problem-finding, and what it means to “design for discovery.” We also talk about Agile, Lean, invisible handoffs, and even how these ideas apply to family life. If you're looking for insights on how to make your team's work more effective, sustainable, and human-centered, this episode is for you! Sound Bites “Most performance problems are not people problems. They're design problems.” “You get what you design for. And most work isn't designed at all. It just kind of happens.” “Firefighting is not a character flaw. It's a predictable output of a broken system.” “If you don't make the work visible, you can't improve it.” “When no one owns the handoff, it's not really a handoff. It's a drop.” “Success should be easy. That doesn't mean the work isn't hard, but the path to doing it well should be clear.” “Discovery isn't luck. It's a design choice.” Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:49 Start of Interview 01:59 The Origin Story: How Don and Nelson Collaborated 07:36 Challenges in Implementing Business Tools 13:19 Dynamic Work Design vs. Traditional Methods 25:16 A Lesson from the Factory Floor 26:53 Identifying and Solving Problems in Teams 31:23 The Importance of Connecting the Human Chain 35:46 Making Work Visible: Strategies and Tools 40:34 Applying Work Strategies at Home 42:46 End of Interview 43:12 Andy Comments After the Interview 47:35 Outtakes Learn More You can learn more about the book and their work at shiftgear.work/theres-got-to-be-a-better-way-book. For more learning on this topic, check out: Episode 249 with Aaron Dignan about Brave New Work Episode 252 with Marcus Buckingham about Nine Lies About Work Episode 162 with Jonathan Raymond on culture and leadership mindset Thank you for joining me for this episode of The People and Projects Podcast! Talent Triangle: Business Acumen Topics: Leadership, Project Management, System Design, Agile, Lean, Problem Solving, Collaboration, Organizational Effectiveness, Continuous Improvement, Work Design, Team Performance The following music was used for this episode: Music: Quantum Sparks Full Version by MusicLFiles License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Music: Synthiemania by Frank Schroeter License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Tariffs, shifting trade policies, and unpredictable order patterns are creating a “stop–go” manufacturing environment in China. For buyers, this means unexpected quality issues, capacity crunches, and supply chain instability. In this episode of China Manufacturing Decoded, Renaud Anjoran and Adrian from the Sofeast team break down the real-world impact of the US–China trade war as of August 2025. Drawing from first-hand observations in Chinese factories, they explain how rapid swings in orders, staffing changes, and material substitutions can put your product quality and timelines at risk, even if you're not selling to the US. If you source from China or work with Chinese manufacturers, this discussion makes you aware of the hidden risks caused by market instability, and offers strategies to protect your interests.   Episode Sections: 00:00 – Introduction and why China's manufacturing sector is unstable right now 01:01 – How US–China tariffs create a “seesaw” effect: front-loading orders, sudden slowdowns, and ripple effects through the supply chain 05:02 – Inside the factory: whiplash in capacity, fixed costs, and the risks of unplanned subcontracting 11:16 – Factory cost-cutting responses: wage cuts, temporary workers, and seasonal hiring challenges 18:39 – Order bunching, Chinese New Year parallels, and the quality risks of untrained staff and inspectors 25:00 – Material substitutions without buyer approval, visibility in the supply chain, and controlling quality under instability 32:45 – Building stronger relationships, smoothing production, and financing suppliers to maintain stability 37:45 – Wrap-up and buyer takeaways   Related content... Inside China's fast-fashion factories as a US trade war looms - Guardian podcast China factories cut shifts and workers' pay as US tariffs bite - Reuters Read about product quality inspections Get help to check on your suppliers, wherever they are in Asia or beyond Get in touch with us Connect with us on LinkedIn Contact us via Sofeast's contact page Subscribe to our YouTube channel Prefer Facebook? Check us out on FB

Get access to this entire episode as well as all of our premium episodes and bonus content by becoming a Hit Factory Patron for just $5/month.Writer, academic, and prestigious poster Peter Raleigh earns his hat trick, returning to the Factory Floor to discuss Abel Ferrara's philosophical vampire film The Addiction. Shot in stark, vivid black & white cinematography and featuring a breathtaking lead performance by the great Lili Taylor, the film explores vampirism as a natural extension of the maladies of the world, a physical expression of the spiritual sickness of existing in modernity as a subject of the American Empire.We begin with a discussion of Abel Ferrara as director, his unsparing eye for difficult subject matter, and the unexpected tenderness and humanism that emanates from such an exacting body of work. Then, we explore the film's multifaceted take on vampirism, simultaneously allegorizing addiction, spiritual retribution, and a subjective manifestation of imperial blowback. Finally, we discuss the potency of a film that locates a cutlural zeitgeist and comment on its afflictions through formalism rather than mimeography, conjuring the essence of a historical-material milieu rather than seeking shallow pattern recognition.Follow Peter Raleigh on Twitter.Read and Subscribe to Peter's Substack Long Library.Read Peter on Abel Ferrara's The Addiction.....Our theme song is "Mirror" by Chris Fish

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A Japanese automobile factory floor in the 1950s might seem worlds away from your law office, but the visual management systems that transformed Toyota's manufacturing process hold powerful lessons for modern legal practice. The same principles that helped Toyota become a global automotive giant can help you create smoother workflows, reduce overwhelm, and deliver more predictable outcomes for your clients.In this episode, I explore the origins of the Kanban method and why visual systems are so effective for managing work. I trace the journey from physical cards on factory floors to the digital Kanban boards that software developers adopted in the late 1990s, and explain why these same tools are perfectly suited for legal work. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.agileattorney.com/75

In complex industries like aerospace, defense, and manufacturing, there's a dangerous disconnect between the boardroom and the factory floor. Executives focus on margins, growth, and shareholder value—but the employees making daily decisions often don't understand how their work impacts the bottom line.  Why? Because no one ever taught them. In this episode of The Aerospace Executive Podcast, Dr. Kevin Koharki, former investment banker and now finance professor at Purdue University, explains how companies can unlock massive performance gains by teaching finance fundamentals to their workforce. From engineers and sales teams to HR and operations, when employees understand financial strategy - how cash flow works, what drives ROI, how margin impacts decisions - they become smarter, more aligned, and more effective. Kevin shares how he's helped Fortune 100 companies, private equity-backed aerospace firms, and industrial organizations build a culture of financial literacy that transforms performance from the ground up.   You'll learn: Why frontline employees often don't understand P&L ownership The ROI of teaching finance basics across the organization Why most corporate leaders don't know how to read financial statements The difference between academic finance and real-world business acumen How financial education improves decision-making, culture, and cash flow If you're leading a complex organization and want to align your teams around financial outcomes, this episode is for you.   Guest Bio Kevin Koharki MBA, PhD is the founder of CAE Consulting, LLC.  He consults with, advises, and provides keynote speeches for some of the world's largest firms (e.g., Fortune 100) across various industries such as aerospace and defense, banking, insurance, distribution, manufacturing, law firms, among others. He specializes in developing employees' and Executives' financial acumen so they understand and can communicate the financial value of their work, optimizing CEOs' capital allocation priorities across their respective organizations. In doing so, clients benefit from enhanced organizational trust, culture, and performance.  Kevin is an expert financial analyst who has analyzed hundreds of firms over a 20-year career (including as an M&A analyst).  In addition, he has taught financial statement analysis at the Executive, Masters, and Undergraduate levels for 15 years at Top 50 universities.   He can be reached at kevin.koharki@caecoach.org, www.caecoach.org, https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinkoharki/, or (765) 637 – 3206   About Your Host Craig Picken is an Executive Recruiter, writer, speaker and ICF Trained Executive Coach. He is focused on recruiting senior-level leadership, sales, and operations executives in the aviation and aerospace industry. His clients include premier OEMs, aircraft operators, leasing/financial organizations, and Maintenance/Repair/Overhaul (MRO) providers and since 2008, he has personally concluded more than 400 executive-level searches in a variety of disciplines. Craig is the ONLY industry executive recruiter who has professionally flown airplanes, sold airplanes, and successfully run a P&L in the aviation industry. His professional career started with a passion for airplanes. After eight years' experience as a decorated Naval Flight Officer – with more than 100 combat missions, 2,000 hours of flight time, and 325 aircraft carrier landings – Craig sought challenges in business aviation, where he spent more than 7 years in sales with both Gulfstream Aircraft and Bombardier Business Aircraft. Craig is also a sought-after industry speaker who has presented at Corporate Jet Investor, International Aviation Women's Association, and SOCAL Aviation Association.    Check out this episode on our website, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify, and don't forget to leave a review if you like what you heard. Your review feeds the algorithm so our show reaches more people. Thank you! 

In this episode of the Additive Snack Podcast, host Fabian Alefeld welcomes Carolyn Schwaar, the editor of All3DP.com. Together, they explore current trends in additive manufacturing, the transition of hobbyists to professionals, and the role of platforms like All3DP and Kraft Cloud in the industry. Carolyn shares success stories from readers who have integrated 3D printing into their professional lives, the impact of tariffs on the industry, and the importance of reliable resources for learning about additive manufacturing. They also discuss the rise of specialized contract manufacturers and how the accessibility of 3D printing services is transforming various sectors. Comments about the show or wish to share your AM journey? Contact us at additive.snack@eos-na.com. The Additive Snack Podcast is brought to you by EOS. For more information about ALL3DP, visit their website and connect with Carolyn Schwaar on LinkedIn. 01:51 Overview of All3DP.com 03:01 Craft Cloud and 3D Printing Services 04:41 Transition from Hobbyist to Professional 07:48 Resources for Industrial Additive Manufacturing 12:29 Contract Manufacturing Insights 18:20 Global Trends and Tariffs Impact 30:09 European Market and Defense Applications 34:40 Favorite Additive Manufacturing Stories  

What does successful manufacturing leadership have in common with winning big at the casino? It's all about being an advantage player! In this episode, guest Joel Block breaks down the strategies you need to win big, whether you're at the casino or on the manufacturing floor. Joel is a former professional blackjack player, who later took his talents to Wall Street to work in venture capital and hedge funds. He's a dealmaker, strategist, and trusted advisor who helps others grow the mindset they need to outpace the competition and win the game. In this episode, Joel shares unique stories from his blackjack and Wall Street days. He also offers actionable insights manufacturing leaders can use to seek our success, inspire their teams, and position themselves as winners in the ever-changing world of manufacturing. 1:26 – There are many lessons from card games like blackjack that can be applied to business and manufacturing 2:58 – To succeed, learn how to Think, See, and Act (TSA) differently  4:40 – Many people stay busy without actually accomplishing meaningful work 5:00 – The difference between average performers and advantage players is that advantage players seek out and create opportunities  8:33 – All organizations can find ways to improve, even top-performing companies  11:50 – To change your strategy and find more success, schedule time to step back and gain perspective  12:15 – Use “high limit questions” to push thinking forward 15:51 – In business, advantage players learn how to anticipate workforce needs 18:37 – Everyone has a role to play when it comes to a team's success  20:07 – Motivate your team by making sure everyone is connected to a meaningful goal 21:20 – When you're successful, it lifts your business, family, and community  Connect with Joel Block Visit his website Connect by email at joel@theadvantageplayer.com  Subscribe to his newsletter

Every control system on the factory floor needs reliable monitors, touchscreens and related products to keep their operation running efficiently. For the last 25 years, Hope Industrial Systems (HIS), based in Atlanta, Ga., has been at the forefront of manufacturing monitors and supplying them quickly to customers all over the world. How did the company succeed, so it can celebrate its 25th anniversary? Mike McGraw, president of Hope Industrial Systems, talked with Control's editor-in-chief, Len Vermillion, to explain what sets the company and its products apart from the field.

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LISTEN and SUBSCRIBE on:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/watchdog-on-wall-street-with-chris-markowski/id570687608 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2PtgPvJvqc2gkpGIkNMR5i WATCH and SUBSCRIBE on:https://www.youtube.com/@WatchdogOnWallstreet/featuredChris Markowski opens with a humorous nod to Fantasy Island before diving into a stark contrast between modern-day Boeing delays—like the unfinished Air Force One jets—and America's World War II-era manufacturing miracle. While Trump's Qatar plane controversy makes headlines, the real story is Boeing's failure to deliver on time. Markowski recounts the rapid construction of the Willow Run plant in 1940, where Ford and a largely untrained workforce built a bomber every 55 minutes. The message? If America wants to restore its greatness, it needs to rediscover its manufacturing muscle. Watch the full breakdown at Watchdogonwallstreet.com

What do Nike runners, IKEA furniture, and half a million Vietnamese workers have in common? They're all caught in the crossfire of Trump's tariff tantrum. This week, we trace the hidden supply chains behind the global economy, from Vietnam's rise as a manufacturing powerhouse to how a sneaker company now employs more people abroad than Ford and GM do at home. We break down how the MAGA tariff regime threatens to crater entire economies, sour U.S. relations in Asia, and hand China the long game. Plus, what it all means for Ireland, Africa, and the American empire itself. Are we witnessing a pivot, or a pullback from the world stage?  Join the gang! https://plus.acast.com/s/the-david-mcwilliams-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the He Said, She Said: Razor Branding Podcast, Jaci and Michael Russo talk with Robert J. Pelletier, CEO of Pacific Hardwood, about how he turned a traditional manufacturing business into a $20M industry leader through storytelling, relationship-building, and relentless content creation. From using Instagram to drive $8M in sales to embracing AI for content planning, he offers a blueprint for how even the most “unsexy” businesses can build powerful, profitable brands—without selling out or sounding like robots. Whether you're building custom floors or scaling your startup, this conversation will shift how you think about brand-building, personal voice, and the future of marketing.

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What can the UK learn from the Nordic approach to manufacturing—and how can technology play a central role in revitalising the sector? This week on Tech Talks Daily, I sat down with Simon Ranyard, Managing Director for Northwest Europe at Orange Business, to explore the strategic differences between two regions facing similar challenges but moving in very different directions. Simon brings a unique cross-regional view, overseeing Orange Business operations across the UK, Ireland, and the Nordics. While labour shortages and productivity declines are shared concerns, Simon explains why Nordic manufacturers have responded with long-term investments in digitisation and automation, creating not just gains in efficiency but also a rise in high-skill employment. In contrast, many UK firms are still defaulting to short-term headcount increases, missing the bigger opportunity. We discuss the data behind the divergence, including why Sweden has three times the robot density of the UK, and what that means for output and workforce transformation. Simon highlights how automation isn't about job replacement, but role elevation—moving people away from repetitive tasks and into positions that require critical thinking and collaboration with advanced tools. He also shares practical insight into how technologies like 5G, AR, and IoT are reshaping production environments, lowering operational costs, and helping companies stay competitive globally. With government-backed reskilling initiatives and AI now moving from theory to application, Simon makes the case for UK manufacturers to adopt a more strategic, future-facing mindset. If you work in manufacturing, policy, or are simply curious about how different regions are using tech to solve shared problems, this episode offers real-world perspective and tactical advice. What kind of investment decisions will define the next decade of UK industry—and can a mindset shift help close the productivity gap?

For years, extended reality (XR) has waited to find its place in business. New lightweight, AI-enabled headsets are bringing the power of AI to the frontline. Tibor Mérey, BCG's global business leader in frontier tech, explains how XR can boost productivity and address labor shortages. But will workers embrace it? Tibor Mérey: https://on.bcg.com/43l9LQI BCG's Latest Thinking on Technology, Media, and Telecommunications: https://on.bcg.com/4hek0JY BCG on Augmented and Virtual Reality: https://on.bcg.com/4hcx0zu Seeing the World Through AI Glasses: https://lnk.to/imagine-this-Woolsey-smartglasses09

It was an impromptu meeting Gantus will never forget. One day at Tesla, the company's then-President of Automotive, Jérôme Guillen, pulled her aside, whispering about a decision Elon Musk was leaning toward. Guillen—who led the automaker's push for production scale and supply chain agility—believed a different path could better serve the company, but needed someone with operational and financial data at her fingertips. “Let's go talk to him—just you and me,” Guillen said. Standing before Musk, Gantus walked through cost impacts and strategic trade-offs, methodically highlighting why their plan would outperform the existing direction. She recounts feeling a rush of excitement when Musk ultimately changed course, calling it key to her growth.That moment encapsulates Gantus's rapid ascent from Tesla's first corporate FP&A hire to a finance leader shaping billion-dollar decisions. Her approach has always been about embedding finance in day-to-day operations, whether rethinking shift schedules, optimizing inventory, or forging data-driven paths for emerging initiatives. Sitting alongside engineers and factory managers, she became a trusted partner who refused to let finance stay locked in spreadsheets.Today, as CFO of Mytra AI, Gantus carries forward the mindset that made her indispensable at Tesla. She now steers Mytra AI's efforts to secure large warehouse contracts and streamline supply chain workflows, forging growth paths. She's determined to refine her new company's cost structures, champion a culture of close collaboration, and leverage every insight from the operational trenches. It's a philosophy built on pragmatism, strategic thinking, and unwavering perseverance—one that began with a tap on the shoulder, data-driven vision, and a fearless willingness to challenge the status quo.