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A series of interview-style podcasts and webinars with a focus on the tech industry, manufacturing, supply chains, data analytics, and more. Brought to you by Octopart, the industry-leading part search engine and the number one resource in helping electronics professionals navigate the supply chain industry.

  1. ٢٤ أبريل

    Inside the Unmanned System Boom with Infinite Electronics

    James Sweetlove sits down with Gabriel Guglielmi, Vice President of Global Product Management at Infinite Electronics, to explore the rapidly expanding world of unmanned systems. From drone swarms on the battlefield to grocery delivery and first responder applications, Gabriel breaks down what "connectivity" really means in this space — and why it's mission-critical for every category of unmanned vehicle, from UAVs to underwater systems.Gabriel shares his perspective on the geopolitical forces reshaping the drone industry, including China's dominance of the commercial drone market, the US push to onshore production, rare earth material dependencies, and the rise of counter-drone technology. Whether you're an engineer designing for defense or a supply chain professional navigating shifting sourcing regulations, this episode offers a sharp, grounded look at what's driving one of the fastest-growing sectors in electronics.Resources from this Episode: - Infinite Electronics: https://www.infiniteelectronics.com/ - Connect with Gabriel: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielguglielmi/ #UnmannedSystems #DroneIndustry #ElectronicsSupplyChain

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  2. ٩ أبريل

    The Human + AI Strategy That Actually Works

    What happens when AI is deployed without a clear use case, a change management plan, or any respect for the humans it's meant to support? It fails, and according to Evan J Schwartz, Chief Innovation Officer at AMCS and author of *The People, Places and Things*, it fails predictably and preventably. In this episode of the CTRL+Listen Podcast, Evan shares hard-won insights from 35+ years in enterprise software, ERP implementation, and industrial automation across forestry, mining, scrap metal, and waste industries.From AI-powered predictive maintenance and fleet optimization to the dangers of omnipresent AI use cases, Evan makes the case for a "person plus AI" strategy: one where narrow, well-defined AI tasks are chained together for compounding impact. He also dives into how AI is reshaping software education, why generalists will outlast specialists in the age of AI, and what the waste and recycling industry can teach the rest of us about operational efficiency.Learn More about Evan here: evanjschwartz.com Follow Evan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evan-schwartz-live/Browse Octopart for Parts & Tech News: https://octopart.com/

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  3. ١٩ مارس

    How AI & Analytics Are Transforming Grid-Scale Batteries

    In this episode of the CTRL+Listen Podcast, host James Sweetlove sits down with Lennart Hinrichs, Executive Vice President and General Manager Americas at TWAICE, to explore the rapidly evolving world of battery energy storage systems (BESS). Lennart breaks down everything from the basics of lithium-ion battery types and grid-scale applications to the California duck curve, state-of-charge challenges, and how TWAICE's cloud-based analytics platform helps operators maximize performance, prevent failures, and avoid costly grid penalties.The conversation dives deep into battery degradation, imbalance detection, preventive maintenance, and the role of machine learning in extracting actionable insights from massive datasets. Lennart also shares his perspective on how AI-driven data center demand is reshaping energy infrastructure, the state of the global battery supply chain, tariff impacts, and why solar-plus-storage may be the most practical path forward for grid stability. Whether you're an energy professional or just battery-curious, this episode is packed with real-world insight.Resources from this episode:- Learn more about TWAICE: https://www.twaice.com/- Connect with Lennart: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lennart-hinrichs/ #BatteryStorage #EnergyStorage #Podcast

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  4. ٦ مارس

    Agile Teams & Octopart: The Future of Hardware Development

    In this episode of the CTRL+Listen podcast, host James sits down with Justin Sears, Head of Product Marketing for SaaS at Altium, to explore how Octopart and Altium are converging into a unified, end-to-end hardware development platform. Justin breaks down how real-time parts data from Octopart is being embedded directly into Altium's design environment — helping procurement managers, PCB designers, and system engineers work smarter in the face of COVID-era supply chain shocks and ongoing tariff disruptions.Justin walks through Altium's Agile Teams solution, BOM Portal, and Octocart — powerful tools that allow hardware teams to shift procurement work earlier in the design cycle, compare distributor pricing at the click of a button, and stay ahead of part availability changes without ever leaving their design environment. Whether you're a seasoned Altium user or exploring it for the first time, this conversation shows why real-time data and cloud collaboration are now essential for competitive hardware development.Resources from this Episode: Connect with JustinLearn more about Agile TeamsBrowse Octopart for Parts & Tech News

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  5. ١٩ فبراير

    Why Your Supply Chain Needs AI Now | Cofactr on Ctrl+Listen

    The electronics supply chain has never been more volatile — and the companies that ignore AI risk getting left behind entirely. In this episode of the Ctrl+Listen Podcast, host James sits down with Matthew Haber (CEO) and Phillip Gulley (CSO), co-founders of Cofactr, for a wide-ranging conversation on how AI is fundamentally reshaping hardware procurement, component sourcing, and supply chain management. From their unexpected origin story — building tours for Coachella acts and escape rooms for The Walking Dead — to solving year-long lead times for autonomous vehicle pioneer Zoox, Matt and Phil reveal how frustration with electronics supply chain chaos led them to build Cofactr from the ground up.Cofactr is now transforming how hardware teams go from bill of materials to kitted components delivered on schedule — with a free platform tier that removes friction for manufacturers of all sizes. Tune in to hear how AI handles everything from scrubbing supplier quotes to warehouse receiving verification, why 5 procurement professionals at Cofactr can do the work of 50, and why supply chain volatility isn't going away anytime soon. Whether you're a startup engineer or a Fortune 10 procurement manager, this episode is essential listening for anyone navigating today's unpredictable electronics market.Resources from this Episode: Connect with MatthewConnect with PhillipLearn more about CofactrBrowse Octopart for Parts & Tech News

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  6. ٥ فبراير

    Building Adaptive Manufacturing for Global Shifts: Partsimony CEO

    Discover how Partsimony is transforming the manufacturing landscape by bridging the critical gap between engineering and supply chain management. In this compelling conversation, CEO Rich Mokuolu shares how their AI-powered software optimizes supply chain structures directly from design files, enabling companies to scale production more effectively in an era of tariffs, regional conflicts, and reshoring initiatives. Rich discusses the fundamental disconnect that has long plagued the industry—where supply chain managers negotiate pricing while engineers see opportunities for design optimization that could dramatically improve yield, pricing, and lead times. He explains how Partsimony's technology analyzes designs to unlock new supply chain possibilities, whether that means finding local Brooklyn manufacturers to retool for ventilator production or identifying emerging manufacturing hubs in Vietnam, India, and Mexico. Resources from this Episode: - Connect with Rich on LinkedIn- Check out Partsimony- Browse Partsimony's Blog- Browse Octopart for Parts & Tech News#SupplyChain #Manufacturing #AI

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  7. ٢٢ يناير

    Breaking the Firmware Bottleneck with AI Native Developer Tools

    Firmware and embedded engineers face a unique challenge: bridging the gap between hardware design and software implementation while working under tight constraints and mission-critical requirements. In this episode of the Ctrl+Listen Podcast, Ryan Eppley (CEO) and Samarpita Chowdhury (CTO) of Root Access explain how their AI-native platform Hideout is transforming the embedded systems workflow. From generating accurate drivers directly from datasheets to eliminating tedious configuration work, discover how this New York-based startup is helping engineers go from schematics to field testing in days instead of months.The conversation explores what makes embedded engineering so challenging, why traditional AI coding tools fall short for low-level programming, and how Root Access is partnering with Altium and Octopart to create a seamless development environment. - Connect with Ryan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-eppley/ - Connect with Samarpita: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samarpita-chowdhury/ - Root Access on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/root-access-ai/ - Root Access on X: https://x.com/root_access_ - Learn More about Root Access: https://rootaccess.ai/- Browse Octopart for Parts & Tech News: https://octopart.com/#Podcast #EmbeddedSystems #FirmwareEngineering #AIDeveloperTools

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  8. ٨ يناير

    Inside India's Hardware Community with PCB Cupid Founder

    Explore India's hardware community with Srinivasan M, founder of PCB Cupid. Explore the vibrant yet fragmented hardware community in India, the challenges of electronics product development, and the mission to create open-source hardware solutions that accelerate innovation.In this exclusive Control Listen podcast interview, Srinivasan shares insights into: - The origins of PCB Cupid and its educational mission- Challenges in India's electronics and hardware ecosystem- The importance of open-source hardware and documentation- Supply chain complexities and opportunities for local manufacturing Resources from this Episode: - PCB Cupid- Connect with Srinivasan M - Check out @pcbcupid on YouTube #PCBDesign #IndianTech #ElectronicsEngineering #MakeInIndia

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A series of interview-style podcasts and webinars with a focus on the tech industry, manufacturing, supply chains, data analytics, and more. Brought to you by Octopart, the industry-leading part search engine and the number one resource in helping electronics professionals navigate the supply chain industry.

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