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Beyond Tech is E Tech Group’s podcast that goes beyond just technology, diving into the latest advancements in automation, control, and intelligence solutions. Through expert interviews, in-depth discussions, and real-world case studies, we explore how innovation is transforming industries and how E Tech Group is leading the charge.

  1. قبل ٩ ساعات

    Phased Modernization: Building the Future Without Shutdowns

    Modernization in manufacturing isn’t just a budgeting challenge—it’s an uptime challenge. Most facilities can’t afford to stop production, yet they’re under increasing pressure to improve performance, reduce risk, and prepare for what’s next. In this episode, we explore how leading manufacturers approach phased modernization to keep production running while making meaningful progress. From prioritizing high-risk systems to aligning upgrades with maintenance windows, we break down how to modernize without disruption. If you’re balancing aging infrastructure, production demands, and the need to move forward—this episode offers a practical roadmap for evolving without shutting down.

  2. ١٤ يوليو

    No Single Path: How Careers in Automation Really Begin

    Careers in automation do not follow a straight line, and that is exactly what makes them so powerful. In this episode of Beyond Tech, we bring together professionals at different stages of their careers, including early career talent, career switchers, and long tenured team members, to explore how they found their way into automation and controls engineering. From unexpected career pivots to on the job learning, this conversation highlights the many different paths into the industry and why there is no perfect background required to succeed. If you are considering a career in automation or are simply curious about how people get into this field, this episode offers real perspectives, practical advice, and insight into why so many people discover this career and stay in it.

  3. ٣٠ يونيو

    OT Cybersecurity Reality Check: Why Exposure Still Matters and What You’re Missing

    Cybersecurity strategies are evolving fast, but many OT environments are still operating on outdated assumptions. In this episode, we explore why exposure, not just exploits, remains one of the biggest cybersecurity risks in industrial environments. We break down how outdated assessments, limited network visibility, and false confidence leave organizations vulnerable, even when they think they’re secure. If you’re responsible for OT, cybersecurity, or plant operations, this episode offers a practical framework for challenging assumptions, improving visibility, and reducing risk.

  4. ١٦ يونيو

    MES Mythbusting: What Manufacturers Get Wrong About MES

    Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) remain one of the most misunderstood technologies on the plant floor. Many manufacturers know they need better data, more consistent processes, and improved visibility, but fears and misconceptions often hold them back from exploring MES as a solution. In this episode, hosts Jennifer Palumbo and Jackie Slaght sit down with Dominique Telfort, Director of MES at E Tech Group, to debunk the biggest myths surrounding MES. From the belief that MES is ‘too big’ or ‘too disruptive,’ to misunderstandings about operator flexibility, downtime, and MES’s role relative to SCADA and PLC systems, we break down what MES actually is — and what it definitely isn’t. Whether you’re a plant manager, operations director, or digital transformation leader evaluating MES for the first time, this episode will help you see MES clearly, confidently, and with renewed possibility. Listeners will learn: Why MES is not just for large manufacturersHow MES enhances operator performance rather than restricting itHow MES can be implemented in phases without major downtimeWhy you don’t need perfect processes before startingHow MES complements — not replaces — SCADA/PLC systemsReal examples of MES driving quality, throughput, and visibility Learn more: https://etechgroup.com/manufacturing-execution-systems/ Join our team, view open positions here: https://etechgroup.com/careers/

  5. ٢ يونيو

    Lab Automation Meets Digital Transformation: Connecting Bench-Level Innovation to the Enterprise

    In this episode of Beyond Tech, Jackie Slaght and Dave O’Brien sit down with Sura Hadi and Niket Karode from E Tech Group’s Lab Automation and Industrial Robotics team to explore why so many automation initiatives in pharma and biotech fail to scale. From “islands of automation” to fully connected lab ecosystems, they break down the difference between automating tasks and achieving true digital transformation. The discussion covers data architecture, OT/IT convergence, integration challenges, and the real drivers behind speed to insight. You will also hear practical strategies for avoiding common pitfalls, the value of upfront design through FEED studies, and how AI and advanced analytics are shaping the next generation of labs.

  6. ١٩ مايو

    Unifying Operations After Acquisition: Multi-Site Standardization & M&A Growth Challenges

    Company expansion and growth through acquisition bring enormous opportunity, but also enormous complexity. New sites may run on different control platforms, network designs, cybersecurity standards, and operating procedures. This episode explores why site expansion or acquisition creates islands of automation, why standardization becomes so difficult, and how IT/OT assessments help companies unify operations, reduce risk, and scale modernization across every facility. Eric Medecke breaks down what companies discover during due diligence, the hidden risks inside inherited infrastructure, and real examples of organizations that transformed fragmented, multi‑plant operations into cohesive, scalable, secure enterprise architectures.

  7. ٥ مايو

    Powering the Future: Automation and Resilience in Data Centers for 2026

    Data centers are under pressure to deliver speed, scalability, and sustainability as AI and cloud workloads surge. As we head into 2026, operators must modernize infrastructure, improve energy efficiency, and ensure uptime — all while navigating rising demand and evolving technologies.

  8. ٢١ أبريل

    Beyond the Packaging Line: Automation, AI Readiness, and the Future of Pharma

    Automation in pharmaceuticals is no longer confined to the packaging line—and that shift is accelerating faster than many organizations realize. In this episode of Beyond Tech, hosts Jackie Slaght and Dave O’Brien sit down with E Tech Group experts Sura Hadi, Director of Laboratory Automation and Industrial Robotics, and Pradeep Paul, Director of Engineering for Intelligence and Data Solutions, to unpack how automation is transforming pharma and biotech from early discovery and R&D to quality, manufacturing, and beyond. Anchored by a recent A3/Automate.org article on automation solutions in pharmaceuticals, the conversation explores how robotics, machine vision, integrated control systems, and data platforms are enabling higher precision, scalability, and compliance in one of the world’s most regulated industries. But as the discussion makes clear, technology alone is not enough. The group dives into the real‑world challenges holding organizations back—validation requirements, fragmented data, uneven AI adoption, and a lack of standardized workflows—and explains why AI readiness is ultimately about people, processes, and data, not just tools. From high‑throughput lab automation and workflow orchestration to manufacturing intelligence, real‑time dashboards, and predictive use cases, this episode offers a grounded look at what’s working today and what still needs to evolve. Whether you’re navigating lab automation, exploring AI in regulated environments, or trying to turn automation investments into actionable intelligence, this conversation provides practical insight into how pharma organizations can move past pilots and build scalable, future‑ready foundations. Read the article that inspired this episode discussion: https://www.automate.org/industry-insights/automation-solutions-in-pharmaceutical Connect with us: https://www.linkedin.com/company/etechgroup/ Join our team: https://etechgroup.com/careers/

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Beyond Tech is E Tech Group’s podcast that goes beyond just technology, diving into the latest advancements in automation, control, and intelligence solutions. Through expert interviews, in-depth discussions, and real-world case studies, we explore how innovation is transforming industries and how E Tech Group is leading the charge.

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