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Episode 21: practical automation for manufacturers
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On MiddleGround’s twenty-first episode of executive sessions, Clayton Gullet leads discussions with John Dotson and Miles Anderson from MiddleGround’s Automation. This episode covers:
- Automation as a response to labor shortages
- How to identify tasks to automate
- Ensuring success: training, ROI, and culture
Check out our company blog recapping the episode: https://bit.ly/3Ry8BdE
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Find John Dotson on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-dotson-5ab9142a/
Find Miles Anderson on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/miles-anderson-155a694/
Chapters
1. Podcast and guest introductions (00:00:00)
2. What automation actually means (00:02:54)
3. Why U.S. manufacturers are turning to automation (00:05:00)
4. Automation for small vs. large businesses (00:06:57)
5. How to identify tasks for automation (00:09:19)
6. Easy wins and common missteps (00:15:00)
7. Planning training and maintenance post-installation (00:20:01)
8. Measuring KPIs and performance (00:23:16)
9. Upskilling workers and the future of automation (00:26:07)
10. Real-world example: solving for safety and quality (00:29:37)
11. Closing thoughts (00:37:31)
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