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How can work process automation help your manufacturing team? That's exactly what Filip Aronshtein joined us to talk about. He's co-founder and CEO of Dirac, a company that automates digital work instructions for manufacturers. Dirac's platform generates 3D animated assembly instructions from CAD files, improving efficiency and reducing errors. The company recently raised a seed round led by Founders Fund and Coatue, and partnered with Siemens to integrate with their Teamcenter PLM software. Dirac's software has been adopted by various industries, including aerospace, defense, and agriculture, and has shown significant reductions in build times and error rates. And hey - if you're a techie, give them a shout - they're aggressively hiring engineers with hardware backgrounds!

Here are some of the highlights:
- Details of Dirac's Assembly Instruction Process
- Model-Based Work Instructions and Their Benefits
- Challenges and Opportunities in Modern Manufacturing
- Applications and Success Stories

It was a great discussion of how modern tech can streamline your operation.

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With factory tech being all the rage in manufacturing these days, it was a treat to get some insights from a global expert.

Andre Moreno, Senior Vice President of Industrial Automation at Schneider Electric, joined us to discuss his company's extensive experience and offerings in industrial automation and its focus on power generation, sustainability, and reindustrialization in the U.S.

And Andre should know, because Schneider Electric operates over 200 factories globally, including 40 in the U.S., and emphasizes open automation, software-centric solutions, and AI integration. The company also addresses workforce challenges through digital transformation consulting and training. In our discussion, Andre highlighted the importance of energy efficiency, cybersecurity, and sustainability, noting that 70% of companies struggle with scaling digital transformation. Schneider Electric's approach includes a comprehensive strategy for energy management, from demand reduction to smart grid solutions and diverse power generation sources.

Here are some highlights:
- Schneider Electric's lighthouse plant and open automation
- Digital transformation and consulting services
- Addressing the workforce skills gap
- Power generation and energy efficiency
- Schneider Electric's approach to cybersecurity and sustainability

This one is chock-full of wisdom you need if you're in manufacturing and searching for ways to future-proof your business.

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Shep Hickey founded Bryzos, a metals trading platform, and he hosts the podcast "Irregardless." Shep shares his journey from steel distribution to digital trade, emphasizing the need for efficient systems and technology. He discusses the importance of team building, focusing on aptitude and adaptability. He highlights the significance of multimedia for business transparency and community engagement. Shep also delves into the challenges of reshoring, the skills gap, and the impact of technology on youth, advocating for more outdoor activities and self-initiative.

Here are some highlights:
- Shep's transition from the hidebound world of legacy steel distribution to founding his digital trading platform
- How Shep built his team and his multimedia recording setup
- The rationale behind launching "Irregardless"
- The challenges and opportunities in American manufacturing today
- The effects of screens and tech on our youth, and what we should be doing about it

And much, much more. This is one where you really need to tune in for the whole thing.