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Industrial Talk is about celebrating the women and men of industry and manufacturing. We celebrate these innovative leaders and companies because they make our lives better and are changing the world for the better! These passionate leaders collaborate, innovate and educate with speed and purpose to positively impact people and communities around the world. Industrial Talk in collaboration with industry and manufacturing leaders address topics that include: Digital Transformation, Big Data, Industry 4.0, IoT, IIoT, AI, ML, Optimization, Edge, Cloud, Asset Reliability, Maintenance, 5G, Sales, Marketing and Branding and strategies for success. This is a podcast that is focused on Getting Stuff Done and learning from individuals and companies that have been there and have a track record of success. We celebrate a bright future in industry and manufacturing from with women and men dedicated to making our communities and world a better place.
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- 3 days ago54 min
Michal Ukropec with Twinzo
Industrial Talk is talking to Michal Ukropec, CEO at Twinzo about "Operational Digital Twin: Real-Time operational insights from all your connected devices". Overview Digital twin and real-time logistics tracking were discussed as ways to improve manufacturing visibility, efficiency, and competitiveness. Digitalization Gap Michalsaid European manufacturers lag behind China and often operate legacy systems without connectivity or a coherent digitalization strategy.Procurement decisions that remove connectivity features can create long-term data and integration problems. Twinzo Use Case Twinzotracks logistics fleets, materials, and movement from suppliers through production
- 4 days ago1h 7m
Antonio Delgado and Ruben Domingo, BCC Global CISO Roundtable
Industrial Talk/BCC is talking to Rubin Domingo and Antonio Delgado, about "CISO Roundtable, Real Threats and Real Decisions impacting the market". Overview The roundtable examined practical cybersecurity risks and emphasized that security is a business responsibility, not solely an IT function. Key Risks Rubenidentified concentration among major service providers and uneven cybersecurity maturity among smaller public bodies as significant threats.Antoniohighlighted ransomware, phishing, social engineering, and third-party risk as more immediate concerns than highly publicized AI attack scenarios. Resilience Priorities Organizations should prepare before an incident through containment plans, crisis communications, tested backups, alternate service instances, and provider redundancy.Manufacturing environments need asset visibility, IT/OT network separation, and controls for legacy systems and connected devices.Leadership should evaluate cyber risk alongside financial and legal risk; cyber insurance increasingly requires evidence of controls such as MFA, backups, incident response, training, EDR, and vulnerability management. Open Questions How can smaller organizations achieve adequate cybersecurity maturity with limited resources?How should organizations adopt AI while protecting sensitive and critical data? Action Items Broadcast from the Barcelona Cybersecurity Congress in Barcelona on November 3–5, 2026. (@Scott Mackenzie) Outline Participants and Roles Ruben: Technology and cybersecurity director for a public organization representing Catalan municipalities and the regional government; advisory board member of the Global CISO Council Spain chapter.Antonio: CISO in an international education group serving schools across Europe, Latin America, and the United States. Real Threats Versus Noise Service-provider concentration can create broad systemic outages.Smaller municipalities and organizations often lack dedicated cybersecurity resources.Ransomware, phishing, social engineering, and third-party weaknesses remain operationally relevant. Incident Preparedness Contain affected systems first, coordinate communications, and restore services from prepared alternate environments.Regulation and frameworks such as ISO 27001 and Spain’s National Security Scheme can drive preparedness. Manufactu
- 5 days ago26 min
Sunil Mudholkar with Octave
Industrial Talk is onsite at Octave Live and talking to Sunil Mudholkar, VP of Product - Physical Security at Octave about "Video and incident management solutions". Overview The conversation examined how Octave’s Physical Security Group uses video, sensors, and AI to improve safety and operational awareness. Core Discussion Sunildescribed the group’s work across cameras, access control, fire alarms, HVAC systems, and other sensors in environments such as airports, casinos, manufacturing facilities, and critical infrastructure.AI can analyze live video for events such as smoking, forced entry, or environmental hazards, while adding context to distinguish normal conditions from unusual behavior. Key Considerations Octaveis addressing privacy requirements that vary by region, including masking faces where facial recognition is restricted.Video integrity and chain of custody are maintained so footage can support investigations or legal proceedings.Physical security is increasingly integrated with industrial operations, helping validate equipment conditions, reduce risk, and preserve information across design, construction, operation, and protection. Outline Background Sunildiscussed his experience in video streaming, media production, and approximately four years withOctave’sPhysical Security Group. Physical Security Cameras and sensors monitor access, safety events, environmental conditions, and operational anomalies.The group consolidates signals to help customers operate safer facilities. AI And Privacy AI reviews live video and identifies potentially abnormal activity.Context and natural-language queries help reduce noise and improve alert relevance.Privacy practices differ by geography; facial masking is used where required. Industrial Integration Cameras function as operational sensors alongside industrial equipment data.Security and operations are converging to support safer, more sustainable facilities and continuous improvement across the business lifecycle. If interested in being on the Industrial Talk show, simply contact us and let's have a quick conversation. Finally, get your exclusive free access to the Industrial Academy and a series
- 1 weeks ago20 min
Alex Shaw with Archimedic
Industrial Talk is onsite at MD&M West and talking to Alexander "Alex" Shaw, CEO at Archimedic about "Medtech design, regulatory and go-to-market strategies". Overview Archimedic’s discussion focused on helping medical-device founders move ideas from concept through design, FDA regulatory approval, and commercialization. Core Approach Alexexplained thatArchimedicsupports three connected areas: design, regulatory strategy, and go-to-market planning.Most product failures occur because commercialization is not defined early enough; Alex estimated 70% fail for go-to-market reasons, compared with 20% for regulatory issues and 10% for design. Examples And Outlook Active Protectivesuccessfully developed a wearable fall-detection airbag belt, but had to shift from a consumer product strategy to a regulated medical-device pathway to generate clinical evidence.A smart pill case worked technically but failed commercially because insurers could not support the infrastructure needed to assemble individualized blister packs.Open question: Can medical-device startups regain sufficient venture-capital and grant funding to sustain early-stage innovation? Outline Event And Company Context AlexdiscussedArchimedicat MDNM West and described the event’s growth following the pandemic. Alex’s Background Background in biochemistry and drug development consulting.Later moved into medical devices because of similarities in FDA regulation and development processes.Became CEO ofArchimedicapproximately one and a half years ago. Medical Device Development Archimedichelps clients advance ideas through design, regulatory approval, and commercialization.Early attention to market demand is emphasized before committing heavily to design and development. Case Studies Active Protective: wearable airbag belt for nursing-home residents; ultimately required clinical evidence and FDA approval.Smart pill case: technically feasible, but the insurance-based commercial model was not viable. Market Outlook Early-stage medical-device companies have faced weak venture-capital and grant funding.Alexexpects renewed funding could support additional innovation and patient benefits. If interested in being on the Industrial Talk show, simply <a href="https://industrialtal
- 1 weeks ago43 min
Doug Donahue with Entrada Group
Industrial Talk is talking to Doug Donahue, Co-Managing Director at Entrada Group about "Nearshoring and offshoring manufacturing solutions". Overview Doug explained how Entrada Group helps small and midsize manufacturers establish production in Mexico while reducing legal, trade-compliance, labor, and facility-related risks. Operating Model Manufacturers useEntrada Group’s legal presence, permits, and IMMEX program while managing their own production.Entrada Groupprovides labor, trade compliance, and support with Mexican government requirements.Existing facilities can enable production in approximately 9–12 weeks for simpler products or four to six months for more complex medical devices. Market Factors Dougidentified labor availability as a major reason U.S. manufacturers consider Mexico; some companies reported leaving $2 million and $8 million in sales unrealized because of labor constraints.Trade uncertainty has slowed million-dollar investment decisions, althoughDougsaid USMCA remains in effect and qualifying products can receive preferential treatment.Open question: How will future U.S.–Mexico trade negotiations affect manufacturing investment and automotive supply chains? Outline Entrada Group Model Provides a legal and operational platform for manufacturers entering Mexico.Supports labor, permits, trade compliance, and government-related requirements.Clients retain responsibility for managing their manufacturing processes. Facility Deployment Entrada Groupoperates manufacturing campuses with existing space.Site selection considers workforce size, transportation access, airports, and cost.Build-outs primarily require customized electrical systems and production-floor designs. Trade Compliance Bills of material are analyzed to determine USMCA eligibility.The trade-compliance department helps clients respond to tariff and documentation changes.Trade uncertainty has created hesitation around major capital investments. Workforce Constraints Mexico offers strong interest in manufacturing careers and technical training programs.U.S. manufacturers continue to face labor shortages that constrain growth. Closing Information Dougprovided contact information throughEntrada Groupand its website.Entrada Groupoffers a monthly informational webinar about Mexico, its operating regions, and its services.</
- 1 weeks ago53 min
Vick Vaishnavi with Octave ETQ
Industrial Talk is talking to Vick Vaishnavi, CEO/COO/GM/President at Octave ETQ about "Pulse of Quality in Manufacturing Survey". Overview The conversation examined the Octave Pulse of Quality in Manufacturing Survey and its implications for large manufacturers. Survey Findings Vickdescribed an independent survey of more than 750 enterprise manufacturers across the U.S., U.K., and Germany.Quality is becoming a strategic, company-wide priority: 71% planned to increase quality-management spending, and 63% viewed quality as strategic compared with 38% the prior year.AI adoption in quality operations increased to 47%, with 43% planning adoption within two years. Discussed use cases included automation, analytics, defect detection, and workforce training.Product recalls remain significant: 75% reported a recall within five years, and 47% attributed recalls to supply-chain problems. Workforce shortages or skills gaps affected 78% of respondents. Open Questions How can manufacturers adopt AI while preserving human expertise, safety, and accountability?How can organizations manage tariffs, supplier changes, compliance requirements, and rising customer expectations without compromising quality? Outline Survey Purpose Assess the state of quality in enterprise manufacturing.Identify trends, business drivers, and challenges affecting quality operations.Survey conducted independently by Censuswide across the U.S., U.K., and Germany. AI In Quality Adoption rose from 33% to 47% year over year.Three application areas were discussed: automation, analytics, and workforce intelligence.Expected benefits included efficiency, effectiveness, and improved economics. Compliance And Supply Chain Quality and regulatory requirements are increasing.Tariffs are prompting consideration of onshoring and domestic suppliers.Cost-cutting decisions may create quality risks and contribute to recalls. Workforce And Knowledge Retirements and manufacturing labor shifts are creating shortages and skills gaps.AI may help capture experienced workers’ knowledge and support training.Human expertise remains necessary for complex and safety-critical work. If interested in being on the Industrial Talk show, simply contact us and let's have a quick conversation. Finally, get your exclusive free access to the <a href="https://industrialtalk.com/wp-admin/inforum-industrial-a
- 2 weeks ago27 min
Andy Bomberger with METAL and Bomberger Industry Graphics
Industrial Talk is onsite at Penn State and talking to Andy Bomberger with Penn State University METAL Program about "Hands on manufacturing and foundry experience". Overview Metal exposes students to foundry work and broader manufacturing through a week-long, hands-on program. Program Purpose Andyhelped developMETAL’scurriculum, coursework, and practical exercises throughPenn State.The program combines classroom concepts with foundry visits, casting activities, safety instruction, data collection, and cost calculations.Industry partners provide practical expertise and safe environments for students working with molten metal and casting processes. Industry Pathways Andy described nearly 29 years in foundry engineering, including work with steel, ceramics, polymers, machining, casting, and roughly 150–200 alloys.Foundries must adapt to offshoring, changing customer needs, fluctuating alloy costs, and strict quality-control requirements.The program has generated genuine student interest, but what percentage of participants pursue manufacturing careers?Andy’s consulting business,Bomberger Industry Graphics, provides casting design, consulting, 3D modeling, and 3D printing. Outline METAL Program Curriculum development throughPenn State.Week-long boot camp combining academic instruction and hands-on manufacturing experience.Industry partners support safe, practical learning. Foundry Experience Andy began foundry work after completing an industrial and manufacturing engineering degree.His experience includes job-shop production, custom alloys, casting design, and quality control.Process discipline replaced the traditional “black art” approach to foundry work. Student Learning Students made castings, measured and weighed components, and calculated production costs.The program introduces manufacturing career opportunities to high school and early college students.Students may apply foundry concepts across machining, robotics, injection molding, and other manufacturing disciplines. Future Direction Metalcould expand its outreach to later high school and early college audiences.Andy’s son attended a boot camp and is beginning engineering studies atPenn State. If interested in being on the Industrial Talk show, simply <a href="https://industrialtalk.com/contact/" target="_bla
- 2 weeks ago25 min
Ted Pardee with Kognitiv Spark; Industrial Augmented Reality Solution
Industrial Talk is onsite at PowerGen and talking to Ted Pardee, CRO at Kognitiv Spark about "Augmented Reality hands-free connected worker solution". Ted Pardee from Kognitiv Spark discussed augmented reality's role in power generation at PowerGen in San Antonio. He highlighted the technology's potential to enhance efficiency and problem-solving by enabling remote expert guidance through headsets. Pardee emphasized the importance of leveraging AI and AR to address the skilled labor shortage and the "gray tsunami" of retiring experts. He noted that while Microsoft exited the AR headset market, numerous manufacturers now offer durable, intrinsically safe devices. Pardee also mentioned the integration of AR with existing systems and the development of disconnected worker solutions for low-bandwidth areas. Outline Introduction and Welcome to Industrial Talk Scott introduces the episode of Industrial Talk, sponsored by the Propane Education and Research Council, highlighting their commitment to safety training and innovative propane-powered technology.Scott praises industry professionals for their bravery, innovation, and problem-solving skills, celebrating them as heroes.The podcast is broadcasting from PowerGen in San Antonio, Texas, where industry professionals gather to discuss solutions for power generation. Introduction of Ted Pardee and Kognitiv Spark Scott introduces Ted Pardee, the guest, and his company, Kognitiv Spark, which focuses on augmented reality technology.Ted Pardee shares his first impression of PowerGen, describing it as an incredible conference with a large number of vendors and attendees.Ted emphasizes the importance of presenting new technologies to make businesses more efficient and solve problems.Ted provides a brief background on his career, highlighting his experience in the software business for over 30 years, including selling enterprise asset management software in the 1990s. Evolution of Technology and Augmented Reality Ted discusses the evolution of technology from mainframe to client-server to the web, and now to the mobile world.He explains how augmented reality technology, combined with AI, will revolutionize business operations by providing workers with headsets that connect them with experts remotely.Ted provides examples of how augmented reality can be used in various industries, including power generation and medical fields.He shares a personal anecdote about using MapQuest in the past, contrasting it with the current reliance on mobile devices. Application of Augmented Reality in Power Generation Ted descri
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Industrial Talk is about celebrating the women and men of industry and manufacturing. We celebrate these innovative leaders and companies because they make our lives better and are changing the world for the better! These passionate leaders collaborate, innovate and educate with speed and purpose to positively impact people and communities around the world. Industrial Talk in collaboration with industry and manufacturing leaders address topics that include: Digital Transformation, Big Data, Industry 4.0, IoT, IIoT, AI, ML, Optimization, Edge, Cloud, Asset Reliability, Maintenance, 5G, Sales, Marketing and Branding and strategies for success. This is a podcast that is focused on Getting Stuff Done and learning from individuals and companies that have been there and have a track record of success. We celebrate a bright future in industry and manufacturing from with women and men dedicated to making our communities and world a better place.
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