The Integrate Intelligently Podcast

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How does your business integrate? It's a question that can have a lot of answers - from integrating people to integrating systems. Or more often, it's finding ways for both to work together to achieve greatness. That's what we believe integrating intelligently means. At CADTALK Software, we specialize in helping manufacturing companies optimize their engineering to manufacturing handoff through the power of intelligent CAD to ERP integration. Maybe you're a manufacturing engineer and you are tired of manual data entry, and you want to learn more about what integration looks like. Or maybe you're in an entirely different SaaS field and want to hear more stories of ERP integrations. Join CADTALK's brotherly duo, CEO Scott Brickler and CRO Jeff Brickler, for The Integrate Intelligently Podcast. We explore what it means to integrate intelligently in manufacturing, engineering, and beyond.

  1. HACE 3 DÍAS

    Biggest DFM Mistakes - What is DFM? (3 of 3)

    Download the free guide, "DFM for Design Engineers:" https://cadtalk.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/DFM-for-Design-Engineers.pdf In this episode of the Integrate Intelligently podcast, Jeff Brickler and Scott Brickler delve into the intricacies of Design for Manufacturing (DFM). They discuss common mistakes made during the design phase, the importance of considering real-world assembly challenges, and how gravity and material choices can affect manufacturability. The conversation also highlights the growing significance of supply chain considerations in DFM and the potential for AI to revolutionize design processes in the future. Overall, the episode emphasizes the need for engineers to maintain a practical perspective during design and to engage in thorough design reviews to ensure manufacturability. Takeaways - Designing for manufacturing requires a practical approach. - Common DFM mistakes include creating unmanufacturable designs. - Assembly challenges often arise from poor design considerations. - Utilizing gravity can simplify assembly processes. - Material selection impacts both cost and manufacturability. - Supply chain constraints must be integrated into design decisions. - AI is poised to assist in future design and manufacturing processes. - Engineers should conduct design reviews to ensure manufacturability. - Real-world assembly scenarios should inform design choices. - Collaboration between design and manufacturing teams is crucial Sound Bites "You CAN design things that are impossible to make." "Design reviews are essential for manufacturability." "AI-assisted design is definitely the future."

    20 min

  2. 25 AGO

    The Essential Role of the Design Engineer - What is DFM? (2 of 3)

    Download the free guide, "DFM for Design Engineers:" https://cadtalk.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/DFM-for-Design-Engineers.pdf In this episode, Jeff and Scott Brickler explore the concept of Design for Manufacturing (DFM), discussing its importance, implementation, and the role of engineers in the process. They emphasize the need for early involvement in design, collaboration between teams, and the use of data and tools to streamline manufacturing processes. The conversation also highlights the significance of templates and principles that guide DFM practices across different companies. Takeaways -Design for Manufacturing (DFM) is essential for successful manufacturing. -Early involvement in the design process leads to better outcomes. -Engineers must consider manufacturability alongside functionality. -Collaboration between design and manufacturing teams is crucial. -Utilizing data effectively can enhance decision-making in DFM. -Templates can simplify the design process and ensure consistency. -DFM principles may vary based on company capabilities and resources. -Feedback from customers is important for refining DFM practices. -Making the right choice the easiest option encourages adherence to DFM principles. -Iterative approaches can be beneficial in high-volume manufacturing. Sound Bite "Make the right thing the easiest thing." Chapters 00:00 - The Importance of Early DFM Integration 01:32 - Iterative vs. Principles-Based DFM 04:42 - Collaboration Between Engineers and Manufacturing 09:32 - Leveraging Data for DFM 13:03 - Simplifying DFM Processes 14:05 - Design for Manufacturing Principles 15:57 - Best Practices in DFM 19:22 - Common DFM Mistakes

    22 min

  3. 18 AGO

    Design for Manufacturing 101: What is DFM? (1 of 3)

    Download the free guide, "DFM for Design Engineers:" https://cadtalk.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/DFM-for-Design-Engineers.pdf In this episode of the Integrate Intelligently podcast, Jeff and Scott Brickler discuss the concept of Design for Manufacturing (DFM). They explore its definition, importance in engineering, and how it optimizes the manufacturing process. The conversation delves into the balance between manufacturability and maintenance, the significance of consistency in production, and the challenges faced in high mix, low volume manufacturing. The episode serves as an introduction to DFM, setting the stage for deeper discussions in future episodes. Key Takeaways -DFM stands for Design for Manufacturing, focusing on optimizing designs for production. -Engineers must consider manufacturability during the design stage. -Optimization in engineering often involves trade-offs between cost, speed, and ease of maintenance. -High production environments benefit significantly from DFM principles. -Consistency in raw materials can lead to efficiency in manufacturing processes. -Designing for manufacturability can sometimes increase costs due to material choices. -In low volume, high mix production, standardization is key to reducing lead times. -DFM principles can vary based on the type of production and product mix. -Understanding what to optimize for is crucial in engineering decisions. -Future discussions will delve deeper into practical applications of DFM. Sound Bites "Engineering is a game of optimizations." "What are you trying to optimize for?" "Designing for manufacturability is key." Chapters 00:00 - Introduction to DFM 01:15 - Understanding Design for Manufacturing 05:40 - Optimization in Engineering 08:28 - DFM in High Mix, Low Volume Manufacturing 12:03 - The Importance of Early DFM Integration Connect with Us Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@cadtalk6667 LinkedIn - https://linkedin.com/company/cadtalk Website - https://cadtalk.com/demo Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6ew1yioTzMOqMvWQxN4eZX LinkedIn Scott Brickler - https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottbrickler/ Jeff Brickler - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-brickler-cadtalk/

    21 min

  4. 23 JUN

    S2, E15: The Power of Group Blogging in Microsoft Dynamics with Anya Ciecierski of ERP Software Blogs

    In this episode of the Integrate Intelligently podcast, John Thomas and Chris Cannady engage with Anya Ciecierski, a marketing expert in the ERP and CRM space. They discuss the transformative power of content marketing, particularly blogging, and how it can enhance visibility and engagement in the tech industry. Anya shares her journey in blogging, the evolution of content creation, and the challenges faced by companies in crafting authentic and engaging content. The conversation also delves into the role of AI in content marketing, the importance of authenticity, and the dynamics between VARs and ISVs. The episode concludes with key takeaways on leveraging conversations for content and the collaborative nature of marketing. Takeaways -Content marketing can transform businesses in the ERP and ISV space. -Group blogging increases visibility and traffic for all participants. -Authenticity in content is crucial for building trust with audiences. -AI can assist in content creation but should not replace human insight. -Conversations with customers can be a rich source of content ideas. -The Microsoft Dynamics community is known for its friendliness and support. -Measuring ROI in content marketing can be challenging but is essential. -Building relationships through content can lead to valuable partnerships. -The future of content marketing will involve more AI integration. -Consistency in content creation is key to long-term success. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guests 01:29 The Power of Content Marketing in ERP and CRM 04:03 The Evolution of ERP and CRM Blogs 10:07 Challenges in Content Creation and Authenticity 17:20 Leveraging AI in Content Marketing 20:17 Building Trust and Authenticity in AI Content 28:36 Measuring ROI from Group Blogging 30:02 The Power of Consistent Content 36:03 Navigating Relationships in the ERP Ecosystem 43:13 The Future of Content Marketing and AI 49:21 Transforming Conversations into Valuable Content Links: Anya on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anyacc/ ERP Software Blog on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/erpsoftwareblog/ ERP Software Blog: https://erpsoftwareblog.com/ CADTALK's website: https://cadtalk.com/

    57 min

  5. 16 JUN

    S2, E14: Transform Instead of Link: CADTALK's History and Philosophy

    Jeff and Scott dive deep into CAD Talk's product evolution, exploring why most integration tools simply "throw data over the wall" while CAD Talk takes a transformational approach. Scott shares the breakthrough moment that shifted their philosophy from basic data syncing to intelligent transformation, explaining how raw materials and routing requirements revealed the fundamental differences between engineering and manufacturing bills of materials. Key Takeaways Integration vs. Transformation: Most tools simply automate data silos, while true integration requires transforming engineering intent into manufacturing executionE-BOM ≠ M-BOM: Engineering and manufacturing bills of materials serve different purposes and shouldn't be forced into symmetryBeyond Import Tools: Saving keystrokes is table stakes - the real job is getting products from design to manufactured goods that generate revenueHolistic Problem Solving: Micro-optimizations in engineering can create macro problems downstream in manufacturingData Doesn't Need to Live in CAD: Manufacturing-specific data like product codes and routings don't belong in engineering systemsBest Quote "Until we figure out how to create anti-matter replicators like we have in Star Trek, where you literally just take the idea that you have and it just generates it out of anti-matter, somebody has to figure out how to make the darn thing. That's what the ERP does." - Scott Brickler Episode Timestamps 00:07 - Introduction to CAD Talk product evolution discussion02:27 - Why this story matters: positioning as AI intelligence engine vs. import tool05:17 - The journey spectrum: importing is just the beginning07:37 - The "linky model" problem and engineer perspective limitations11:04 - Breaking down the symmetry assumption between CAD and ERP17:17 - The breakthrough moment: raw materials as transformation catalyst21:44 - Why linking breaks down when solving the complete problem25:51 - System theory and micro vs. macro optimization examples30:03 - Market confusion and problem awareness evolution34:55 - Introduction to Design for Manufacturing (DFM) approach37:37 - Wrap-up and preview of next DFM-focused episode Connect with us: Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@cadtalk6667 LinkedIn - https://linkedin.com/company/cadtalk Website - https://cadtalk.com/demo Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6ew1yioTzMOqMvWQxN4eZX Scott Brickler - https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottbrickler/ Jeff Brickler - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-brickler-cadtalk/

    33 min

  6. 9 JUN

    S2 E13: Navigating Enterprise Sales with Tim Ryan of IFS Platinum Partner WIA Systems

    Jeff and Scott welcome Tim Ryan, Construction Sales Executive for North America at WIA Systems, to discuss the unique challenges of construction technology. Tim shares insights from his construction background and explains how the industry differs from manufacturing in terms of variability, change management, and technology adoption. The conversation explores construction's evolution from cost-focused legacy systems to modern ERP solutions, the complexity of managing multiple subcontractors and constant project changes, and why construction remains a "laggard of laggards" in technology adoption compared to manufacturing. Key Takeaways Construction's Extreme Variability: Unlike manufacturing's engineer-to-order, construction projects involve constant changes from multiple stakeholders with limited control over variablesTechnology Laggard Status: Construction significantly lags behind manufacturing in technology adoption, creating opportunities for companies that embrace modern ERP systemsData Ownership Matters: Construction companies generate valuable data but often don't own or leverage it effectively due to multi-tenant SaaS limitationsIntegration Complexity: Construction projects require coordination between multiple CAD systems, subcontractors, and software platforms that don't communicate effectivelyBest Quote "Construction has a lot of point solutions... everybody talks about how they'd like to do it that way, but they don't. And those are the kinds of things where we want to provide the tools to be able to do that easily." - Tim Ryan Timestamps 00:07 - Introduction to Tim Ryan and WIA Systems background 02:23 - Tim's construction industry experience and technology journey 06:55 - Evolution of construction software from cost management to comprehensive solutions 11:33 - Data as asset: people, materials, and data as core problem categories 16:07 - Construction vs. engineering-to-order manufacturing differences 20:42 - Change management and ripple effects in construction projects 25:13 - CAD integration challenges in construction workflows 29:46 - Real-world example of construction change complexity 34:27 - Collaborative modeling limitations and IP protection concerns 41:25 - Competitive advantages and business process standardization 46:12 - Legacy construction ERP limitations and cottage industry solutions 52:55 - SaaS vendor lock-in and data ownership challenges Tim Ryan and WIA: Tim Ryan | LinkedIn WIA Systems is a global ERP, FSM, CRM & BI services provider.

    1 h

  7. 2 JUN

    S2, E12: Does CADTALK Take the Place of a CAD, PDM, or PLM?

    Summary Jeff and Scott address a common customer question: Can CADtalk replace PDM and PLM systems? They clarify the distinct roles of CAD, PDM, PLM, and ERP systems, explaining how CADtalk serves as the intelligent integration layer connecting these systems rather than replacing them. The discussion covers challenges with custom integrations, the importance of upgradability, and why best-of-breed approaches often outperform monolithic solutions. Key Takeaways Different Systems, Different Jobs: CAD, PDM, PLM, and ERP each serve specific manufacturing workflow purposes and cannot be consolidated into one systemIntegration is the Real Challenge: Connecting systems effectively as vendors upgrade and business needs evolve is more difficult than managing individual systemsCustom Integrations Have Hidden Costs: 90% of integration effort goes into maintenance, not initial developmentBest-of-Breed Strategy: Specialized systems connected with robust integration tools often deliver better results than all-in-one solutionsBest Quote "We're not trying to be those systems. We're trying to be that digital thread between them... We're the streets, not the blocks." - Scott Brickler Timestamps 00:01 - Memorial Day weekend and Taste of Cincinnati discussion 03:09 - Does CADtalk replace PDM/PLM systems? 05:05 - Why this question comes up in customer conversations 08:00 - PDM and PLM system evolution and vendor consolidation 11:45 - Different roles of each system in the workflow 15:01 - Maintaining integrations across system upgrades 18:30 - Why custom integrations fail over time 23:06 - Hidden complexity of building maintainable integrations 27:05 - Upgradability: fail loudly vs. fail silently 31:19 - How CADtalk works with CAD vs. PDM vs. PLM 34:57 - Data enrichment through engineering workflow 37:50 - "Streets vs. blocks" integration analogy 42:44 - Why vendors offer frameworks vs. complete solutions 45:35 - Best-of-breed vs. monolithic systems Connect With Us Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@cadtalk6667 LinkedIn - https://linkedin.com/company/cadtalk Website - https://cadtalk.com/demo Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6ew1yioTzMOqMvWQxN4eZX Scott Brickler - https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottbrickler/ Jeff Brickler - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-brickler-cadtalk/

    43 min

  8. 26 MAY

    S2 Ep11 - My Manufacturing is Complicated – How Can I Simplify It?

    Summary Jeff and Scott dive deep into the complexities of manufacturing processes and how companies can avoid overcomplicating their operations. Drawing from real-world experience implementing ERPs and working on shop floors, they explore the balance between recognizing legitimate complexity and avoiding the "special snowflake syndrome" that leads to unnecessary customizations. Key Takeaways Avoid the Special Snowflake Syndrome: Companies often believe their processes are completely unique, leading to costly parallel systems instead of leveraging proven manufacturing workflowsDrive Complexity to One Place: Instead of creating multiple custom processes, identify where variation actually occurs and handle complexity at that single point while using standard processes everywhere elseQuestion Assumptions Without Arrogance: Balance challenging existing decisions with understanding why they were made - both perspectives are necessary for improvementIndustry Experience Matters: Working with consultants who have lived the problems on shop floors provides invaluable insight that pure software vendors cannot match Timestamps 00:02 - Introduction to manufacturing complexity challenges 04:51 - Different types of manufacturing complexity beyond bill of materials 06:09 - How people think differently about variation and similarity 10:33 - The Dunning-Kruger effect in manufacturing and language learning 16:30 - Pattern matching and analogical reasoning in problem-solving 20:44 - Finding the "golden mean" between oversimplification and overcomplication 23:25 - Common ERP implementation mistakes and the special snowflake syndrome 25:02 - Visual example: parallel processes vs. driving complexity to one point 29:36 - Real-world case study: wine label manufacturing solution 34:37 - Job flattening problems and why they create new complexities 38:22 - How simplification can drive complexity back into engineering 40:54 - Systems thinking and taking advantage of existing ecosystems 43:21 - The dichotomy of questioning vs. respecting existing processes 48:02 - Final advice: balance arrogance with healthy questioning Connect with us: Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@cadtalk6667 LinkedIn - https://linkedin.com/company/cadtalk Website - https://cadtalk.com/demo Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6ew1yioTzMOqMvWQxN4eZX Scott Brickler - https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottbrickler/ Jeff Brickler - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-brickler-cadtalk/

    45 min
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How does your business integrate? It's a question that can have a lot of answers - from integrating people to integrating systems. Or more often, it's finding ways for both to work together to achieve greatness. That's what we believe integrating intelligently means. At CADTALK Software, we specialize in helping manufacturing companies optimize their engineering to manufacturing handoff through the power of intelligent CAD to ERP integration. Maybe you're a manufacturing engineer and you are tired of manual data entry, and you want to learn more about what integration looks like. Or maybe you're in an entirely different SaaS field and want to hear more stories of ERP integrations. Join CADTALK's brotherly duo, CEO Scott Brickler and CRO Jeff Brickler, for The Integrate Intelligently Podcast. We explore what it means to integrate intelligently in manufacturing, engineering, and beyond.

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