We’re joined on this episode by Chris Luecke, Podcast Host and Founder of "Manufacturing Happy Hour.” Benjamin and Chris delve into the state of manufacturing in the United States and Europe and discuss the role of digitization in the industry.

Key Takeaways:

(00:11) Chris Luecke’s background in manufacturing and his journey with Rockwell Automation.

(00:34) Introduction to Chris’ podcast, “Manufacturing Happy Hour.”

(01:06) A comparison between the state of digitalization in the US and Europe.

(02:56) The changing perception of manufacturing in the US and its evolution.

(15:25) The importance of long-term thinking in manufacturing and the role of digitization.

(16:17) The impact of automation on the workforce: Is it replacing or empowering them?

(21:14) The significance of cross-functional teams in driving digitization and transformation.

(22:32) The concept of micro-transformations and the role of the workforce in driving innovation.

(24:31) The importance of experimentation and iterative improvements in manufacturing.

Resources Mentioned:

Chris Luecke - https://www.linkedin.com/in/cwluecke/

”Manufacturing Happy Hour” - https://www.manufacturinghappyhour.com/

Rockwell Automation - https://www.rockwellautomation.com/

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