Manufacturing Hub

Guest BioSarah Scudder is a self-proclaimed supply chain nerd. Sarah hosts a monthly Voice of Supply Chain show that features people in the supply chain doing extraordinary things. She also hosts several other shows and is a marketing and supply chain podcast regular.Nikki Gonzales - I am passionate about the future of work, especially when it comes to the role of automation, robotics, and data science/artificial intelligence in changing our world. I help distributors of industrial automation technology get more business through our collaborative marketplace at Quotebeam. I help buyers cut their sourcing time from weeks to days and sometimes hours. Actively building partner relationships with buyers, distributors, and manufacturers in the space. We're digging into Supply Chain topics for the first time this week on Manufacturing Hub!We've got Rockstars Sarah Scudder and Nikki Gonzales joining us.Sarah hosts Voice of the Supply Chain, and recently launched What the Duck?! She is an all-around powerhouse in everything Supply Chain. Nikki has been doing some amazing things in Automation, not the least of which, helping everyone in the community find their critical parts. Plus she's launched a show of her own in Automation Ladies!This is not going to be a show to miss!Vlad is out again this week, so Karim has offered to come by and help host.Manufacturing Hub Episode 75. A special thank you to Phoenix Contact USA for sponsoring this month and for all your support!Connect with UsSarah ScudderNikki GonzalesVlad RomanovDave GriffithManufacturing HubLet Us Know What You ThinkIf you enjoyed the show, it would mean the world to us if you could leave us a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/manufacturing-hub/id1546805573#manufacturing #automation #supplychain

Guest BioHayder is a corporate intrapreneur and transformation leader who likes to solve tough problems using technology, digital innovation, and high-performing teams. Along his journey, he advanced jet propulsion by supercomputing, helped in the discovery of better materials with scientific machine-learning, and has been future-proofing manufacturing and supply chain by IoT/AI platform technology.He is particularly passionate about leading cross-functional teams that build products. His leadership style is human-centric and empathic to fuel trust, creativity, and personal growth. He is a strong advocate of empowered teams and strives for excellence in product and beyond.Hayder believes in the power of first-principles thinking, philosophy, and technology to advance humankind. His current technological interests therefore include AI and web3. Personally, he seeks to cultivate breadth, diverse experience, and interdisciplinary exploration.Main Discussion PointsInnovation in ManufacturingHow enterprises & startups should work togetherThe role of AI & ML in manufacturingHow Manufacturers should approach innovation projectsManufacturing Hub Episode 74.A special thank you to Phoenix Contact USA for sponsoring this month and for all your support!Connect with UsHayder SchneiderVlad RomanovDave GriffithManufacturing HubLet Us Know What You ThinkIf you enjoyed the show, it would mean the world to us if you could leave us a review.#manufacturing #automation #digitaltransformation

Guest BiosZachary Stank is an Experienced product marketing manager with a demonstrated history of working in the industrial automation industry. Strong operations professional skilled in safety engineering, automation, edge platforms, product development, traditional and new media marketing, and product training.John Piller is a Husband and Dad that works as a controls engineer, energy use analyst, and small business owner. He balances time with his family while mentoring his fellow engineers, and his work towards industrial controls, electrical systems, and energy uses.Main Discussion PointsThe importance of building a safety cultureHow to interpret & apply safety guidelines?Safety horror storiesManufacturing Hub Episode 73.A special thank you to Phoenix Contact USA for sponsoring this month and for all your support!Connect with UsJohn PillerZachary StankVlad RomanovDave GriffithManufacturing HubLet Us Know What You ThinkIf you enjoyed the show, it would mean the world to us if you could leave us a review.#manufacturing #automation #digitaltransformation

Guest BioJordan Humphreys specializes in manufacturing and engineering talent recruiting. He’s well connected and highly resourceful in the talent sourcing space. On the client-side, Jordan works with small to large companies that require highly specialized individuals. Some of these clients include system integration firms, engineering contractors, manufacturing plants, corporate offices, and more. On the end-user side, Jordan is active in the engineering community and provides guidance and placements to technicians, engineers, managers, and executives.Main Discussion PointsCareers in Automation and Manufacturing Sectors.What has changed since the pandemic?What are the differences between working as system integrators versus end-users?Manufacturing Hub Episode 72. A special thank you to Phoenix Contact USA for sponsoring this month and for all your support!Recommended MaterialsHow to Win Friends and Influence PeopleConnect with UsJordan HumphreysVlad RomanovDave GriffithManufacturing HubLet Us Know What You ThinkIf you enjoyed the show, it would mean the world to us if you could leave us a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/manufacturing-hub/id1546805573#manufacturing #automation #digitaltransformation

Guest BioIndustrial Programmer with a BS in Computer Science. Focus on custom full-stack Ignition/Perspective development for large-scale applications, specializing in Python and SQL. Experience in Ignition 8.1 Perspective | Canary Labs | SQL | Python | MES.Main Discussion PointsCareer in Automation with a Computer Science Background - Challenges and Opportunities.Establishing Modern Enterprise Architecture Best Practices.Technological Opportunities in Manufacturing - MES, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and more.Theme: Modern Enterprise ArchitectureManufacturing Hub Episode 71. A big thank you to Canary Labs and Flow Software for both sponsoring this theme and helping to bring forward some new-age ideas.Recommended MaterialsPrediction MachinesThe Book: Playing The Percentages In BaseballConnect with UsBrandon ZinkVlad RomanovDave GriffithManufacturing HubLet Us Know What You ThinkIf you enjoyed the show, it would mean the world to us if you could leave us a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/manufacturing-hub/id1546805573#manufacturing #automation #digitaltransformation

Guest BioJaco spent 15 years in industrial software distribution, leading sales and marketing teams. Passionate about building communities and leading the team at Element8, Jaco and the other co-founders strive to deliver intuitive technologies to Industry.Main Discussion PointsApproaching Digital Transformation from a Distributor Standpoint.Establishing Modern Enterprise Architecture Best Practices.Challenges and Opportunities in the South African Market.Theme: Modern Enterprise ArchitectureManufacturing Hub Episode 70. A big thank you to Canary Labs and Flow Software for both sponsoring this theme and helping to bring forward some new-age ideas.Recommended MaterialsIntegrateLive!Thank You For Being LateIdeal Team PlayerThe Human and The Machine PodcastConnect with UsJaco MarkwatVlad RomanovDave GriffithManufacturing HubLet Us Know What You ThinkIf you enjoyed the show, it would mean the world to us if you could leave us a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/manufacturing-hub/id1546805573#manufacturing #automation #DigitalTransformation

Guest BioJeff Knepper - I help Canary clearly communicate the benefits of the Canary system, oversee the system integrator partners' network, and ensure we always keep our pricing as low as possible.  I’ve learned a lot managing teams over the past 20 years, and I hope to learn a bit more every day. I really enjoy collaboration and love being surrounded by men and women that always are reaching for the next win.  Outside of the office I focus on being a dad and husband. Our family loves to travel and I hope to soon take my wife and children to Japan; I have always been fascinated with their culture. I am a hobbyist woodworker and really like design, particularly Danish mid-century pieces. I tend to pick up (and sit down) hobbies very quickly, but don’t think I will ever tire of reading and trivia.  I look forward to connecting with you and learning from you. Please feel free to message me and share information that you think I might enjoy.Graeme Welton - I graduated with a bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Cape Town in 1996 and began my career in manufacturing out of college. As I continued a successful career at the South African Breweries, I developed a passion for a data-driven approach to solving manufacturing challenges, driving business improvements, and making decisions. This drive led me to join Advansys followed by Flow Software; two companies that solve manufacturing challenges by leveraging data analytics and making it easier to understand business operations.Main Discussion PointsModern Enterprise ArchitectureHow to build a scalable infrastructure that solves current and future challenges.The roadblocks and challenges faced by manufacturers today.Theme: Modern Enterprise ArchitectureManufacturing Hub Episode 69. A big thank you to Canary Labs and Flow Software for both sponsoring this theme and helping to bring forward some new-age ideas.Recommended MaterialsHundred PercentersTractionEmpire of the Summer MoonConnect with UsJeff KnepperGraeme WeltonDave GriffithManufacturing HubLet Us Know What You ThinkIf you enjoyed the show, it would mean the world to us if you could leave us a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/manufacturing-hub/id1546805573#manufacturing #automation #DigitalTransformation

Guest BioJeff Knepper - I help Canary clearly communicate the benefits of the Canary system, oversee the network of system integrator partners, and make sure we always keep our pricing as low as possible.  I’ve learned a lot managing teams over the past 20 years, and every day I hope I learn a bit more. I really enjoy collaboration and love being surrounded by men and women that always are reaching for the next win.  Outside of the office I focus on being a dad and husband. Our family loves to travel and I hope to soon take my wife and children to Japan; I have always been fascinated with their culture. I am a hobbyist woodworker and really like design, particularly Danish mid-century pieces. I tend to pick up (and sit down) hobbies very quickly, but don’t think I will ever tire of reading and trivia.  I look forward to connecting with you and learning from you. Please feel free to message me and share information that you think I might enjoy.Graeme Welton - I graduated with a bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Cape Town in 1996 and began my career in manufacturing out of college. As I continued a successful career at the South African Breweries, I developed a passion for a data-driven approach to solving manufacturing challenges, driving business improvements, and making decisions. This drive led me to join Advansys followed by Flow Software; two companies that solve manufacturing challenges by leveraging data analytics and making it easier to understand business operations.Main Discussion PointsModern Enterprise Architecture.How to build a scalable infrastructure that solves current and future challenges.The roadblocks and challenges faced by manufacturers today.Theme: Modern Enterprise ArchitectureManufacturing Hub Episode 68. A big thank you to Canary Labs and Flow Software for both sponsoring this theme and helping to bring forward some new-age ideas.Recommended MaterialsHundred PercentersTractionEmpire of the Summer MoonConnect with UsJeff KnepperGraeme WeltonDave GriffithManufacturing HubLet Us Know What You ThinkIf you enjoyed the show, it would mean the world to us if you could leave us a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/manufacturing-hub/id1546805573#manufacturing #automation #DigitalTransformation

Guest BioArlen is the co-Inventor of MQTT – The leading protocol for IoT( Internet of Things), specializing in Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and SCADA software solutions. With over 40 years of experience in the SCADA & IIoT industry, Arlen has broad experience covering the design and manufacture of embedded computer systems to complete SCADA system infrastructure implementations for many companies. A leading expert on MQTT involved in many activities including published articles and speaking engagements on educating the use of publish/subscribe methodologies for operational technologies and digital transformation. Main Discussion PointsHow and why MQTT was inventedThe adoption of MQTT as a lightweight and modern protocolHow IIoT has forced us to rethink many of the legacy ways we've been working on automation and manufacturing.Theme: IIoTManufacturing Hub Episode 67.Big thank you to Phoenix Contact for sponsoring this theme and for your continued support of the community.Recommended Materials- The C Programming LanguageConnect with UsArlen NipperVlad RomanovDave GriffithManufacturing HubLet Us Know What You ThinkIf you enjoyed the show, it would mean the world to us if you could leave us a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/manufacturing-hub/id1546805573#automation #manufacturing #IIoT #MQTT

Guest BioCaleb Eastman is both a seasoned, scrappy business bootstrapper and former Head of Product for a Silicon Valley venture-backed startup. He is a trusted advisor to both Fortune 500 companies and exciting startups in North America. He is a consummate systems engineer, thinker, and prolific inventor. Caleb has an obsession with understanding how the most innovative technologies can work together to usher in true change for our species. He has applied his systems thinking to product management, implementing his High-Context Product Management™ framework to accelerate go-to-market for his customers' products. Caleb cofounded WinterWinds Robotics, a proud majority woman-owned Colorado Public Benefit Corporation, in 2018. Since then, he has leveraged his industrial automation and AI expertise to architect life-saving robotic solutions for humans that find themselves working in harsh environments both on Earth and beyond. Caleb has invented and been the Principal Investigator on two NASA SBIRS. Caleb is deeply involved in service to his community and is particularly passionate about bringing deep tech to the underrepresented. He regularly gives presentations to audiences “ages 9 to 99”, and is a champion for STEM education, small businesses, federally funded labs, and public safety/infrastructure.Main Discussion PointsThe technology stack of IIoT.Key stakeholders and parties in IIoT initiatives.Challenges and Opportunities in IIoT and Industry 4.0.Theme: IIoTManufacturing Hub Episode 65. Big thank you to Phoenix Contact for sponsoring this theme and for your continued support of the community.Recommended Materials- The book of WhyConnect with UsCaleb EastmanVlad RomanovDave GriffithManufacturing HubLet Us Know What You ThinkIf you enjoyed the show, it would mean the world to us if you could leave us a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/manufacturing-hub/id1546805573#automation #manufacturing #IIoT