Our Hannover Messe countdown series—featuring Ontario manufacturers and technology companies that will be showcasing at the world's largest industrial technology trade fair—continues with Greta Cutulenco, the Forbes 30 Under 30 CEO of Kitchener-based Acerta Analytics Solutions.

In this episode, Greta tells us about Acerta's innovative work using AI and machine learning to lead a paradigm shift from preventative maintenance to predictive quality, which results in massive improvements in scrap and rework rates. Greta adds to previous discussions about the challenges of tech adoption in Canada, the benefits of being based in Waterloo Region, and what she’s looking forward to at Hannover Messe, including a new prediction about the surprise musical guest at NGen’s Hannover reception.

• 00:16 Episode Introduction
• 03:29 Greta’s Speech at and Takeaways From the TRBOT Dinner
• 07:39 From Magna to Acerta Analytics
• 12:18 How Acerta Works With Tier 2 and 3 Companies
• 14:21 Shifting From Preventative Maintenance to Predictive Quality
• 17:43 Advantages of Being Located in Waterloo Region
• 20:47 Challenges in Technology Adoption
• 23:19 Looking Forward to Hannover Messe
• 29:31 Magic Wand Question: How Greta Would Address the Tech Adoption Challenge
• 31:27 Musical Guest Speculations and Rumors

Find Out More about Acerta Analytics Solutions

• Acerta Analytics Solutions website: acerta.ai

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About the Making it in Ontario Podcast

Making it in Ontario is your window into what's next in manufacturing. Ontario’s economy depends on manufacturing, but the latest research reveals concerning trends that could undermine the sector’s strength—if we don’t address them. Join us as we talk to CEOs and other leaders at the forefront of the sector about productivity, strategy, talent markets and career opportunities, and the role of manufacturing in a prosperous and sustainable future.

This podcast is an initiative of the Trillium Network for Advanced Manufacturing. It is produced by Storied Places Media.