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Our guest this week is Alex Wallace, he is the Service Delivery Specialist & Global Process Owner for Borescope Inspection at Rolls-Royce. He has over a decade of experience in engine maintenance and repair, Alex has been at the forefront of digital transformation, spearheading the adoption of robotics, automation, and digital twins in the industry. His leadership has been pivotal in navigating the skills crisis and driving multi-million-pound cost-saving efforts. Today, we're discussing safety, innovation, and the future of manufacturing in the era of Industry 5.0.
We discuss:
How digital transformation has reshaped his role in engine maintenanceThe Rise of the Digital Twin in Engine InspectionEngine Maintenance as Keyhole SurgerySafety and Innovation in Manufacturing
Mentioned in this episode:
Embracing the Digital Future: Transformation in Manufacturing
Register for our online event here 👉 resources.red-fern.co.uk/webinar

Join us on 12th September for a dynamic webinar on Digital Transformation in Manufacturing. As digital technologies increasingly intersect with the manufacturing sector, this webinar will serve as your guide to the most significant trends and challenges shaping this transformation.
We'll examine key digital innovations like IoT, AI, and smart factories, exploring their impacts on efficiency, sustainability, and workforce dynamics. Our discussion will further delve into a selection of real-world case studies, demonstrating how leading manufacturers are successfully adapting to these changes.
This is a prime opportunity for professionals and decision-makers to gain insights into the digital revolution in manufacturing. Learn, network, and strategise your own organisation's path in this evolving landscape.

Register for our online event - Embracing the Digital Future: Transformation in Manufacturing. Live on 12th September 2023
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Our guest this  week is Kevin Matthews, the Chief Executive Officer at Scott Bader. 
Scott Bader is a fascinating employee-owned global manufacturer, specializing in advanced composites, structural adhesives, and functional polymers. 
With a century of expertise and a commitment to innovation, they have built a reputation for outstanding quality and technical expertise in a variety of markets worldwide. 
Today, we delve into Kevin's role in shaping the future of the business while considering the interests of employees and navigating the unique challenges of a multinational, employee-owned company.
We discuss:
Benefits and drawbacks of the employee-owned structurePotential impact of UK's regulatory framework post-BrexitImportance of a clear long-term strategy for manufacturing
Mentioned in this episode:
Embracing the Digital Future: Transformation in Manufacturing
Register for our online event here 👉 resources.red-fern.co.uk/webinar

Join us on 12th September for a dynamic webinar on Digital Transformation in Manufacturing. As digital technologies increasingly intersect with the manufacturing sector, this webinar will serve as your guide to the most significant trends and challenges shaping this transformation.
We'll examine key digital innovations like IoT, AI, and smart factories, exploring their impacts on efficiency, sustainability, and workforce dynamics. Our discussion will further delve into a selection of real-world case studies, demonstrating how leading manufacturers are successfully adapting to these changes.
This is a prime opportunity for professionals and decision-makers to gain insights into the digital revolution in manufacturing. Learn, network, and strategise your own organisation's path in this evolving landscape.

Register for our online event - Embracing the Digital Future: Transformation in Manufacturing. Live on 12th September 2023
👉 resources.red-fern.co.uk/webinar
Our returning guest this week is Russell Watkins. He is influencing and redesigning the manufacturing landscape. Russell is the co-founder of Sempai and is a leading figure in Lean Manufacturing and the Toyota Production System principles. With his rich expertise, Russell has been driving forward a multitude of businesses, from those with a £1m turnover to those with a £6bn turnover, over the last 17 years. From shopfloors in Europe to boardrooms in Asia, Russell's transformative work has touched four continents, upskilling more than a thousand people and enabling over a hundred businesses to thrive. Whether it’s consulting for a Toyota Group company, creating the JCB Production System, or establishing Lean Academies for billion-pound global manufacturing businesses, Russell's impact has been far-reaching.
We discuss:
The PR problem in manufacturing, including public perception and misconceptions about the industryThe challenge of attracting and retaining talent in manufacturing, particularly with younger generationsThe challenges and advantages for smaller manufacturers in lean implementationThe importance of human decision-making in the face of advancing AI technology
The link to our previous conversation with Russel 👇 https://manufacturing.red-fern.co.uk/podcasts/lean-lessons-on-manufacturing

Mentioned in this episode:
Embracing the Digital Future: Transformation in Manufacturing
Register for our online event here 👉 resources.red-fern.co.uk/webinar

Join us on 12th September for a dynamic webinar on Digital Transformation in Manufacturing. As digital technologies increasingly intersect with the manufacturing sector, this webinar will serve as your guide to the most significant trends and challenges shaping this transformation.
We'll examine key digital innovations like IoT, AI, and smart factories, exploring their impacts on efficiency, sustainability, and workforce dynamics. Our discussion will further delve into a selection of real-world case studies, demonstrating how leading manufacturers are successfully adapting to these changes.
This is a prime opportunity for professionals and decision-makers to gain insights into the digital revolution in manufacturing. Learn, network, and strategise your own organisation's path in this evolving landscape.

Register for our online event - Embracing the Digital Future: Transformation in Manufacturing. Live on 12th September 2023
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Our returning guest this week is Fhaheen Khan, Senior Economist at Make UK, an organisation that exists to help secure the future growth and development of the UK manufacturing sector. It delivers through a combo of government representation, industry intelligence, networking programs and business services. 
We discuss:
Industry rebound in the second quarter after a weak 2022Brexit's impact on manufacturing companiesSector-specific performance in manufacturingRecovery and investments in decarbonisation
The link to our previous conversation with Fhaheen 👇
https://manufacturing.red-fern.co.uk/podcasts/understanding-the-challenges-and-championing-the-industry
Mentioned in this episode:
Embracing the Digital Future: Transformation in Manufacturing
Register for our online event here 👉 resources.red-fern.co.uk/webinar

Join us on 12th September for a dynamic webinar on Digital Transformation in Manufacturing. As digital technologies increasingly intersect with the manufacturing sector, this webinar will serve as your guide to the most significant trends and challenges shaping this transformation.
We'll examine key digital innovations like IoT, AI, and smart factories, exploring their impacts on efficiency, sustainability, and workforce dynamics. Our discussion will further delve into a selection of real-world case studies, demonstrating how leading manufacturers are successfully adapting to these changes.
This is a prime opportunity for professionals and decision-makers to gain insights into the digital revolution in manufacturing. Learn, network, and strategise your own organisation's path in this evolving landscape.

Register for our online event - Embracing the Digital Future: Transformation in Manufacturing. Live on 12th September 2023
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Our guest this week is Maurizio Bragagni, a titan of the cable industry and a man who embodies resilience and ingenuity in equal measures. He's an Italian-born industrialist, who has taken a family-owned company, born in the aftermath of war, and turned it into a global powerhouse in cable technology. From humble beginnings in 1966, his company now boasts a turnover of £250 million, 36 offices, and five factories dotted around the UK, each bringing economic stimulation to some of the country's most depressed areas. As CEO of Tratos Group, Maurizio has helped revolutionize an age-old industry while maintaining a focus on people, purpose, and prosperity.
We discuss:
Operation as a family business with an emphasis on social corporate responsibilityReflection on the current crisis as a crisis of talent rather than a financial oneThe mission of creating jobs and opportunities in depressed areas of the UKLoyalty and commitment to employees and their well-being
Register for our online event here 👉 resources.red-fern.co.uk/webinar
Mentioned in this episode:
Embracing the Digital Future: Transformation in Manufacturing
Register for our online event here 👉 resources.red-fern.co.uk/webinar

Join us on 12th September for a dynamic webinar on Digital Transformation in Manufacturing. As digital technologies increasingly intersect with the manufacturing sector, this webinar will serve as your guide to the most significant trends and challenges shaping this transformation.
We'll examine key digital innovations like IoT, AI, and smart factories, exploring their impacts on efficiency, sustainability, and workforce dynamics. Our discussion will further delve into a selection of real-world case studies, demonstrating how leading manufacturers are successfully adapting to these changes.
This is a prime opportunity for professionals and decision-makers to gain insights into the digital revolution in manufacturing. Learn, network, and strategise your own organisation's path in this evolving landscape.

Register for our online event - Embracing the Digital Future: Transformation in Manufacturing. Live on 12th September 2023
👉 resources.red-fern.co.uk/webinar
Our guest this week is Saffi Ali - Staff Solutions Architect at Google. Saffi's expertise lies in driving cloud migration and modernisation projects across Google Cloud. He's passionate about co-building cloud-native solutions with the developer community, leveraging technologies such as serverless computing, DevOps, and generative AI. With a focus on the manufacturing sector, Saffi challenges the status quo, reimagines business processes, and helps companies optimise their operations.
We discuss:
The challenges facing manufacturing businesses in the UK The role of digital, cloud, and AI in revolutionising manufacturingReal-world use cases for modernising manufacturing processesHow to overcome barriers in digitalisation
Mentioned in this episode:
Embracing the Digital Future: Transformation in Manufacturing
Register for our online event here 👉 resources.red-fern.co.uk/webinar

Join us on 12th September for a dynamic webinar on Digital Transformation in Manufacturing. As digital technologies increasingly intersect with the manufacturing sector, this webinar will serve as your guide to the most significant trends and challenges shaping this transformation.
We'll examine key digital innovations like IoT, AI, and smart factories, exploring their impacts on efficiency, sustainability, and workforce dynamics. Our discussion will further delve into a selection of real-world case studies, demonstrating how leading manufacturers are successfully adapting to these changes.
This is a prime opportunity for professionals and decision-makers to gain insights into the digital revolution in manufacturing. Learn, network, and strategise your own organisation's path in this evolving landscape.