Welcome to Enabling Automation! The first episode of season 5 is "ATS Spotlight: SuperTrak 30th Anniversary ​". Join our season 5 host for this episode, Ben Hope, as he discusses the SuperTrak anniversary, a story to inspire the next generation of innovators. Listen to all episodes on the following platforms: - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5CWIpi4Ph4CNWtqn8TILMZ?si=e2ca02387b554f20 - Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/enabling-automation/id1703651289 - Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1703651289/enabling-automation - Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/63e2da85-de40-447e-aaaf-6fca18358cec/enabling-automation - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sATqMHS_jiA&list=PL1amIhdccgLUh7TbNYEANqxd1WIXb4uDd&index=2 For more information, visit: https://atsautomation.com/podcast/ Contact us: https://atsautomation.com/ In this monthly podcast series, join industry leaders from across ATS as they share and discuss the latest industry trends, new innovations, and more! ATS is an industry-leading automation solutions provider to many of the world's most successful companies. Timestamps 00:04 – Introduction 00:32 – The importance of conveyance 01:31 – Lesson #1 01:48 – The start of SuperTrak 02:52 – SuperTrak team members highlight 05:13 – Cycle timing and shuttle performance 06:16 – The first version of TrakMaster 06:48 – First systems launched 07:29 – Static brush 08:11 – Lesson #2 08:17 – Lesson #3 08:25 – Gen 2 09:03 – Gen 3 13:38 – Lesson #4 14:19 – Thank you & Closing #enablingautomation #automation #podcast

Welcome to Enabling Automation! The tenth episode of season 4 is "Working with Partners​". Join our season 4 host for this episode, Ben Hope, as he discusses the SuperTrak CONVEYANCE™ and Siemens partnership with special guest, Christian Gehrhardt, Head of Business Development - Robotics and Flexible Conveyance Solutions (FCS) for Production Machines at Siemens. Read the press release about the partnership here: https://press.siemens.com/global/en/pressrelease/siemens-and-supertrak-conveyancetm-partner-expand-smart-conveyance-offering Listen to all episodes on the following platforms: - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5CWIpi4Ph4CNWtqn8TILMZ?si=e2ca02387b554f20 - Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/enabling-automation/id1703651289 - Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1703651289/enabling-automation - Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/63e2da85-de40-447e-aaaf-6fca18358cec/enabling-automation - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sATqMHS_jiA&list=PL1amIhdccgLUh7TbNYEANqxd1WIXb4uDd&index=2 For more information, visit: https://atsautomation.com/podcast/ Contact us: https://atsautomation.com/ In this monthly podcast series, join industry leaders from across ATS as they share and discuss the latest industry trends, new innovations, and more! ATS is an industry-leading automation solutions provider to many of the world's most successful companies. Timestamps 00:04 – Introduction 01:30 – Why are partnerships becoming more important in manufacturing today compared to the past? 03:04 – Do you think these kinds of partnerships help machine builders reduce risk when adopting new technologies? 03:50 – Do you think these partnerships will allow companies to stay focused on what they do best while still delivering complete machine solutions? 05:29 – From Siemens’ perspective, what made SuperTrak a strong fit for deeper integration into Simens automation environment? 06:13 – When we look at machine builders and when we talk about integration and real integration, what does that mean in practical terms from their perspective? Is it engineering, commissioning, long-term support? What is it and how does this partnership help? 09:05 – From the machine builder’s point of view, what kinds of everyday challenges does this kind of integration help remove? 09:57 – How does a company know when partnering makes more sense than trying to build something internally? 11:01 – What kind of misalignment causes partnerships to struggle or fail? 12:49 – How important is it that both partners are hearing the same feedback from machine builders and end users? 13:46 – What must happen behind the scenes for partnerships to work, day to day? 16:25 – How does this help with joint problem solving and helping the customers? 16:43 – How do partnerships help companies reach machine builders and markets they might not reach on their own? 18:13 – Is there an influence on how machine builders are picking the kinds of technologies that they’re going to use it in kind of long-term thinking? 19:32 – Does this help innovation happen more easily? 21:56 – Ho...

Welcome to Enabling Automation! The nineth episode of season 4 is "Leading Through Transformation – An Executive Perspective on AI, Automation, and Purposeful Change". Join our season 4 host for this episode, Sarita Dankner, as she discusses with special guests, Steve Emery and Miroslav Kafedzhiev. Listen to all episodes on the following platforms: - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2tprdgjEC2EmJgrnIUqP30?si=65078b562f304011  - Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/leading-through-transformation/id1703651289?i=1000748388494  - Overcast: https://overcast.fm/+BBYs2jIArY  - Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/63e2da85-de40-447e-aaaf-6fca18358cec/episodes/f96e58cf-7e43-4891-ac3d-f7aaec1ef2f2/enabling-automation-leading-through-transformation  - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GlHXJ5qpInU&list=PL1amIhdccgLUh7TbNYEANqxd1WIXb4uDd  For more information, visit: https://atsautomation.com/podcast/leading-through-transformation/  Contact us: https://atsautomation.com/contact-us/ In this monthly podcast series, join industry leaders from across ATS as they share and discuss the latest industry trends, new innovations, and more! ATS is an industry-leading automation solutions provider to many of the world's most successful companies. Timestamps 00:04 – Introduction 01:14 – Do you agree or disagree that achieving an AI transformation that is successful is more about strategic leadership than just implementing new technologies? 02:30 – What does the focus need to be to keep everyone in tune with the right goals and outcomes? 03:14 – Is it more about leadership than just the technology? 04:16 – What do you think leaders need to do to make change feel more purposeful rather than disruptive? 05:06 – What did you have to learn or unlearn as a leader when AI entered the picture? 06:40 – Were there any hard truths you had to acknowledge? 07:23 – Has your leadership style evolving to enable AI transformations? 09:08 – Any wrong turns along the way that taught you more about leading through uncertainty? 10:13 – How do you manage the tension between moving through an AI transformation quic...

Welcome to Enabling Automation! The eighth episode of season 4 is "Careers in Focus". Join our season 4 host for this episode, Ben Hope, as he discusses Manufacturing AUTOMATION’s Lifetime Achievement Award with special guest, Steve Wardell. Read the article here: https://www.automationmag.com/a-vision-for-automation/ Listen to all episodes on the following platforms: - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0jKtyIvAHq4wtbIR1bHpJt?si=733b3841c101459a  - Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/careers-in-focus/id1703651289?i=1000744312019  - Overcast: https://overcast.fm/+BBYs2aOUQw  - Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/63e2da85-de40-447e-aaaf-6fca18358cec/episodes/b8802be3-0e14-4a38-a7fc-3cebb34a931e/enabling-automation-careers-in-focus  - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n8i0aow9xTw&list=PL1amIhdccgLUh7TbNYEANqxd1WIXb4uDd&index=2  For more information, visit: https://atsautomation.com/podcast/careers-in-focus/  Contact us: https://atsautomation.com/ In this monthly podcast series, join industry leaders from across ATS as they share and discuss the latest industry trends, new innovations, and more! ATS is an industry-leading automation solutions provider to many of the world's most successful companies. Timestamps 00:04 – Introduction 00:52 – What went through your mind when you first learned you were receiving a lifetime achievement award? 01:22 – Do you feel “a vision for automation” captures your journey? 03:15 – What were the critical turning points that changed the direction of your career? 05:20 – Where is automation heading? 07:45 – Where are there gaps between was is possible and what is implemented? 10:23 – What did the article get right about your philosophy? Is there anything to add or clarify? 12:44 – How has the role of data changes in manufacturing? 14:51 – Where do you see the value in AI? Where is it overhyped? 17:45 – What’s the smartest first step for companies looking to start their modernization journey? 19:47 – What have you learned about change mindset? 21:25 – How can companies bridge the tension between OT and IT? 24:37 – What advice do you have for young engineers and leaders entering the field today? 26:02 – What developments in automation over the next 5 to 10 years excite you the most? 29:08 – Is there a technology or idea that’s underrated right now? 31:20 – Final thoughts 32:04 – Closing #enablingautomation #automation #podcast

Welcome to Enabling Automation! The seventh episode of season 4 is "Upskilling for an Automated Future – Preparing People, Not Replacing Them". Join our season 4 host for this episode, Sarita Dankner, as she discusses with special guests, Simon Roberts and Kamila Schmitt. Listen to all episodes on the following platforms: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5CWIpi4... Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1703651289/... Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.in/podcasts/63e2... YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eZTOUV8H1-Y&list=PL1amIhdccgLUh7TbNYEANqxd1WIXb4uDd  For more information, visit: https://atsautomation.com/podcast/upskilling-for-an-automated-future/  Contact us: https://atsautomation.com/contact-us/ In this monthly podcast series, join industry leaders from across ATS as they share and discuss the latest industry trends, new innovations, and more! ATS is an industry-leading automation solutions provider to many of the world's most successful companies. Timestamps 00:04 – Introduction 01:21 – Where is AI reshaping career paths? 04:15 – Are there specifi...

Welcome to Enabling Automation! The sixth episode of season 4 is "The Business of Automation: Building Trust, Value, and Growth". Join our season 4 host for this episode, Ben Hope, as he discusses with special guest, Eugen Goidenko. Listen to all episodes on the following platforms: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3bRv... Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Overcast: https://overcast.fm/+BBYs2Agw6U Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/63e2... YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XHD4lKBmC0U&list=PL1amIhdccgLUh7TbNYEANqxd1WIXb4uDd&index=2  For more information, visit: https://atsautomation.com/podcast/the... Contact us: https://atsautomation.com/ In this monthly podcast series, join industry leaders from across ATS as they share and discuss the latest industry trends, new innovations, and more! ATS is an industry-leading automation solutions provider to many of the world's most successful companies. Timestamps 00...

Welcome to Enabling Automation! The fifth episode of season 4 is "The Role of IoT and Data in Automation: Enabling Smarter and More Connected Systems". Join our season 4 host for this episode, Ben Hope, as he discusses with special guest, Spandan Kale. Listen to all episodes on the following platforms: - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3bRvl6sNObcsEDLvRmQ8PX?si=56683f33843c4785 - Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/consulting-meets-automation/id1703651289?i=1000715607051 - Overcast: https://overcast.fm/+BBYs2Agw6U - Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/63e2da85-de40-447e-aaaf-6fca18358cec/episodes/dece103f-3ba4-4aff-99c7-57ee60a9fdcd/enabling-automation-consulting-meets-automation - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NofAvtHmH7k&list=PL1amIhdccgLUh7TbNYEANqxd1WIXb4uDd&index=2 For more information, visit: https://atsautomation.com/podcast/the-role-of-iot-and-data-in-automation/  Contact us: https://atsautomation.com/contact-us/ In this monthly podcast series, join industry leaders from across ATS as they share and discuss the latest industry trends, new innovations, and more! ATS is an industry-leading automation solutions provider to many of the world's most successful companies. Timestamps 00:04 – Introduction 02:05 – What excited you about IOT? 03:15 – Evolution of Industry 4.0 and IoT since 2012 04:35 – Where have we seen the biggest progress and where has been the biggest pitfalls for IoT? 05:38 – Key benefits of IoT 06:27 – Democratizing data and empowering operations 06:47 – Real-world example of IoT creating value 08:28 – Is IoT more critical these days? 10:20 – Biggest barriers to IoT adoption 12:12 – How should organizations overcome problems? 13:42 – Retrofitting legacy equipment for data access 15:00 – Misconceptions about IoT 16:53 – Where do you see IoT and AI converging? 18:00 – How is AI affecting IoT these days? 18:54 – What does truly data driven automation look like by 2030? 21:12 – Key takeaways 21:57 – Where can listeners go to learn more? 22:55 – Closing #enablingautomation #automation #podcast

Welcome to Enabling Automation! The fourth episode of season 4 is "AI and Accountability – Navigating Legal Risk and Governance in AI and Automated Systems". Join our season 4 host for this episode, Sarita Dankner, as she discusses with special guests, Gord Raman and Christopher Green. Listen to all episodes on the following platforms: - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5CWIpi4Ph4CNWtqn8TILMZ?si=0845feab87974c24 - Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/enabling-automation/id1703651289 - Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1703651289/enabling-automation - Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.in/podcasts/63e2da85-de40-447e-aaaf-6fca18358cec/enabling-automation - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ESi7YFD_U7Y&list=PL1amIhdccgLUh7TbNYEANqxd1WIXb4uDd For more information, visit: https://atsautomation.com/ai-and-accountability/ Contact us: https://atsautomation.com/contact-us/ In this monthly podcast series, join industry leaders from across ATS as they share and discuss the latest industry trends, new innovations, and more! ATS is an industry-leading automation solutions provider to many of the world's most successful companies. Timestamps 00:04 – Introduction 01:02 – What is the difference between governance and accountability in the context of an AI system? 01:54 – Define AI in Automation 02:46 – Why is accountability, governance and ethical issues top priority when it comes to AI? 05:24 – How involved should Boards be in shaping AI strategy and risk governance? 07:24 – What governance structures are in the market currently? 08:43 – What roles does leadership play in setting the tone for responsible innovation and what does ethical culture mean in an AI context? 11:07 – Does AI governance look different in Europe vs North America? 12:42 – When AI is involved in making or influencing decision, what from a legal perspective can go wrong? 18:08 – What can companies do to proactively manage the legal risk from the AI driven systems? 21:25 – The evolving role of legal in automation in AI and strategy 24:57 – Success story or cautionary tale of using AI 28:38 – Top 2 to 3 things that every company should be doing right now to strengthen their AI governance and risk mitigation strategies? 30:23 – Closing #enablingautomation #automation #podcast

Welcome to Enabling Automation! The third episode of season 4 is "Foundations of Responsible and Ethical Automation – What Every Leader Needs to Know". Join our season 4 host for this episode, Sarita Dankner, as she discusses with special guest, Sheila FitzPatrick. Listen to all episodes on the following platforms: - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5CWIpi4Ph4CNWtqn8TILMZ?si=0845feab87974c24 - Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/enabling-automation/id1703651289 - Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1703651289/enabling-automation - Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.in/podcasts/63e2da85-de40-447e-aaaf-6fca18358cec/enabling-automation - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ESi7YFD_U7Y&list=PL1amIhdccgLUh7TbNYEANqxd1WIXb4uDd&index=1  For more information, visit: https://atsautomation.com/resources/ Contact us: https://atsautomation.com/contact-us/ In this monthly podcast series, join industry leaders from across ATS as they share and discuss the latest industry trends, new innovations, and more! ATS is an industry-leading automation solutions provider to many of the world's most successful companies.   Timestamps  00:04 – Introduction 01:05 – What is responsible AI and why is it important? 02:14 – Global Council for Responsible AI – what is it and how does it help? 04:00 – What is driving the urgency for global standardization? 05:40 – Do too many rules discourage innovation? 07:40 – Is compliance enough when it comes to AI? 09:19 – Guiding principles for building ethical AI strategy 10:31 – Non-tech leaders impact on responsible AI 13:06 – Ethical dilemmas when using AI 16:44 – Human oversight in AI use 20:16 – How does culture impact responsible AI? 23:25 – How to companies handle situations when things go wrong 25:08 – How do companies manage AI on a global scale? 27:02 – Who is implementing ethical AI correctly? 28:10 – Final thoughts 29:49 – Closing

Welcome to Enabling Automation! The second episode of season 4 is "Consulting Meets Automation". Join our season 4 host for this episode, Ben Hope, as he discusses with special guest, Johannes Schweizer. Listen to all episodes on the following platforms: - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3bRvl6sNObcsEDLvRmQ8PX?si=ca7e414829f842db  - Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/consulting-meets-automation/id1703651289?i=1000715607051  - Overcast: https://overcast.fm/+BBYs2Agw6U  - Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/63e2da85-de40-447e-aaaf-6fca18358cec/episodes/dece103f-3ba4-4aff-99c7-57ee60a9fdcd/enabling-automation-consulting-meets-automation  - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NofAvtHmH7k&list=PL1amIhdccgLUh7TbNYEANqxd1WIXb4uDd&index=2  For more information, visit: https://atsautomation.com/consulting-meets-automation/ Contact us: https://atsautomation.com/contact-us/ In this monthly podcast series, join industry leaders from across ATS as they share and discuss the latest industry trends, new innovations, and more! ATS is an industry-leading automation solutions provider to many of the world's most successful companies.   Timestamps   00:04 – Introduction 02:05 – About the rebrand from Process Automation Solutions to Orise 03:00 – What does the role of consultation typically look like and what is its impact? 04:20 – What is the right time to bring in a consultant? 05:40 – How crucial is customer engagement when a consultant is brought in? 07:17 – How do you approach defining requirements and keeping scope under control? 08:58 – Project management approach explanations 09:58 – How do help customers set up for success? 12:13 – How does ATS leverage consultation to deliver value? 13:30 – What characteristics should you look for when choosing a consultant? 14:26 – Final thoughts 15:26 – Closing