Automation continues to be a popular and divisive topic in the manufacturing world. Automation is important for attracting and retaining young talent and growing your business. So we’ve been working hard to highlight the importance of automation—and where you can dive in—with our Lights Out series. 

Chris Luecke—the host of Manufacturing Happy Hour—has a similar goal. We’re using our platforms to squash the rumors, lessen fears, and highlight how automation can and will benefit your business. Because if you’re not automating, you’re not making enough chips, and you’re missing out on money. BAM!

Segments

• [0:20] The lean setup guide
• [2:26] When we embraced automation (and why)
• [4:03] Manufacturing News: NAM CEO Interview
• [7:33] Chris’s thoughts on our pre-show banter
• [10:38] How Chris got started in Manufacturing
• [19:53] Chris’s advice to sales management about new projects
• [22:38] Why automation has become a popular topic
• [26:07] Is the allure that automation has become more affordable? 
• [31:00] Automation 101: Where do you start?
• [34;21] Automation doesn’t take people’s jobs away
• [36:40] IT/OT convergence and why it’s important
• [43:25] Chris’s assessment of cybersecurity in automation 

Resources mentioned on this episode

• NAM CEO talks on AI, banking, manufacturing, trade relationships, labor market
• The Manufacturing Happy Hour podcast

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