Digital transformation in manufacturing isn’t about buzzwords, it’s about building real infrastructure, connecting smart devices, and turning data into decisions. In this episode, Craig Scott is joined by Walker Reynolds and Lance Menard to break down what it takes to move from paper to platform, rethinking the role of ERP, unlocking the MES layer for AI readiness, and preparing for Industry 5.0 by pairing human expertise with machine intelligence. Learn why successful manufacturers are flattening the tech stack, challenging vendor claims, and using tools like MCP and FUUZ to orchestrate the future of industrial operations.

00:00 Introducing Walker Reynolds and 4.0 Solutions

02:23 From Systems Integrator to Educator

05:51 4.0 Solutions’ Educational Offerings & Pruvit Conference

10:30 Digital Transformation vs. Traditional Automation

14:16 Understanding Model Context Protocol and Vendor Evaluation

20:51 The Iterative Journey of Digital Transformation

26:09 Industry 4.0 Landscape and MES Digitization

32:26 The Role of ERP vs. Production Reality

35:29 Future of AI and Digital Infrastructure

38:42 Highlights from the Pruvit Conference

44:24 FUUZ Developer Edition & AWS

47:40 Fuse Edge Apps & Stack Flattening

50:08 User Experience Overhaul

53:32 FUUZ Market Traction & Value

59:16 Walker’s E-commerce Platform & IGP

01:03:07 Future Plans & Pruvit Conference Prep

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