Jem and Justin explore custom configurator development, shop equipment decisions, and tool inspection methods. They answer a bunch of listener questions, discuss transitioning from premium software to DIY solutions, debate the value of time-tracking systems, and share insights on KPI tracking for small manufacturing businesses. Side conversations cover Google Voice limitations and the merits of microscopes for tool inspection.

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DISCUSSED:

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• KPIs
• DXF for Laser Fusion Plugin
• Opendesk
• Cody
• KittaParts config $$$
• Comment to DM - KP?
• Hammock-ing
• Jet 712 👎
• Kicked off PS2
• Blackhole issue, not an issue 😒
• Debriefing Projects
• Get a Microscope

Questions

• jktableco - Separate phone line for the business? Whole phone or just an app to add it to your phone.
• jktableco - Hiring help or professionals, CPA, marketing, website, etc.
• debrisbrooms - What is Justin going to buy to one up Jem’s fryer? Any other non-trad tools in the shops?
• marc_demontigny - How much looking back at how long things actually took to CAM or cut do you do, and if you do, how do you do it?
• marc_demontigny - You incorporate that into future projects?
• CNCcut.Melbourne - Any tips to check if a used tool is sharp or blunt? Do you track tool usage in any way? - Lee

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HOSTS

Jem Freeman

Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia

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Justin Brouillette

Portland, Oregon, USA

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