AI adoption in manufacturing only matters if it solves real problems. In this episode, Amtech CEO Jay Patel talks with Everett Frank, founder and CEO of SnapChip, an AI-powered copilot for electronic component sourcing. Together they explore how manufacturers are using AI to make sourcing decisions faster and more reliable, especially when facing long lead times or shifting supplier relationships.

We look at why some AI tools never make it past the pilot phase, and what makes SnapChip different. Everett shares how the platform was built around a persistent challenge: how to choose the right component when the answer keeps changing. He explains how SnapChip fits into real-world workflows, complements existing systems, and improves decision-making without adding complexity.

This conversation explore how AI can close long-standing gaps in sourcing, strengthen supplier relationships, and make data-driven decisions faster and more dependable across the manufacturing supply chain.