Smart Manufacturing Mindset™: Running Today While Building Tomorrow

Behind every digital initiative is an ops leader thinking, “How will this affect the bottom line?” This episode of Smart Manufacturing Mindset™ takes a deep dive with the leaders who balance operational realities, manage change fatigue, and determine when new technology is worth the risk. Our panelists are responsible for keeping the lights on, the lines running, and products shipping no matter what stage transformation is in.

Listen to or watch the full episode wherever you get your podcasts:

• Apple Podcasts
• Spotify
• YouTube

Top 5 Takeaways

1. People are at the center of transformation. Whether it’s hiring, training, empowering, leading, or executing, employees are the most talked about concept in this episode.
2. Balance priorities and progress. When the day-to-day is focused on firefighting, transformation tends to drop in priority. Your people play a key role in maintaining focus and balance. Use your team structure to support and scale your operational goals.
3. Filter the noise. Be patient – with a clear vision and strategy, it’s easier to say yes to the ‘right’ things. Both people and technology enhancements are key to hitting productivity targets and moving the business forward.
4. Protect the core. As leaders, keep the pulse of your organization and adjust as needed. Define and communicate clear responsibilities for people and business functions. Empower the right teams to do the right things.
5. The time is now. Don’t wait for perfect alignment – your competitors certainly aren’t. Start small, scale smart, and find yourself a great network to collaborate with.

For more insights, be sure to tune into the full episode on Apple or Spotify.