[Smart Metals Podcast #9] Innovating with Todd Abraham: A Unified Approach for Industry 4.0
Explore how the Unified Namespace, technologies like Apache Kafka, and agile approaches are transforming industries across Asia and Europe.
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[Smart Metals Podcast #8] EDA and UNS in Metalworking with Wim Dijkgraaf
In this episode of the Smart Metals podcast, we (Denis Gontcharov and Luke van Enkhuizen) had the pleasure of hosting Wim Dijkgraaf, founder and CEO of QuotationFactory.
We discussed the challenges and solutions in high mix, low-volume manufacturing, focusing on the impact of Event-Driven Architectures (EDA) and Unified Namespace (UNS)
A Cathedral of Sustainability: Metalworking's Greater Purpose
Last week, I stood at the foot of a majestic cathedral. Overwhelmed by its beauty and size, I wondered: how did those builders stay motivated for such a long-term project?
It reminded me of a well-known story in business circles. Three stonecutters were asked what they were doing. The first
[Smart Metals Podcast #7] Exploring the Unified Namespace in the European Metals Industry: Challenges and Solutions
This week at the Smart Metals Podcast, we had a conversation about the state of Unified Namespace (UNS) adoption in the European metals industry. We were joined by Angelo Hulshout, a seasoned software architect, to discuss the unique challenges and opportunities that UNS presents for metals manufacturers in Europe.
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Four Digitalisation Pitfalls to Avoid
Digitization of your metalworking factory, can be a great way to improve efficiency and save time and money, but if it is properly prepared and executed.
However, digitization can lead to errors and wasted time if not done correctly. If it’s not done right, you’ll end up with
[Smart Metals Podcast #6] Domain Knowledge is Power: The Future of Factories and AI
This week at Smart Metals Podcast, we had a conversation about the critical role of domain knowledge in the metals industry, particularly in the context of increasing automation and AI.
We delved deeper into the challenges of preserving expertise in a digital age and the potential future of factories. If
CRM for Metalworking: The Complete Guide
Boost your metalworking business with the right CRM. This guide explores top CRMs like Salesflare, Zoho CRM/Bigin, Pipedrive, HubSpot CRM, and Microsoft Dynamics 365 Sales. Learn how these tools streamline pre-sales, improve efficiency, and enhance team alignment for better growth.
[Smart Metals Podcast #5] Navigating Digital Transformation in the Sheet Metal Industry
In this episode of the Smart Metals Podcast, host Luke van Enkhuizen and co-host Dennis Gontcharov delve into Luke's journey from welder to consultant for the metalworking industry.
The discussion covers the challenges faced by metalworking companies in digital transformation and provides practical advice on how they can
[Smart Metals Podcast #4] Digital Transformation in the Aluminum Industry: Insights and Strategies
This week at Metal Connect, we, the hosts Denis Gontcharov and Luke van Enkhuizen, had a conversation about digital transformation in the aluminum industry.
We delved deeper into Denis's journey from an aluminum process engineer to a data consultant and the unique challenges and opportunities of digital transformation
What is Digital Excellence in Sheet Metal?
Digital excellence is the key to escaping the commodity trap in the sheet metal industry. It's about transforming your business through technology and innovation, making you indispensable in a world where basic parts are just commodities.
Digital excellence means achieving a highly automated, streamlined operation where every aspect