Problem Solved: The IISE Podcast

Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers
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Conversations with industrial and systems engineers about their work, ideas and solutions. This podcast will feature both IISE members and non-members who come from diverse backgrounds in both academia and industry to discuss a wide range of topics as it relates to their work as well as some off-beat topics that we think you, our audience, will find fascinating.

  1. AEC Keynote Bonus: Curiosity and the Future of Design with Cassini Nazir and Mike Courtney

    MAR 17 ·  BONUS

    AEC Keynote Bonus: Curiosity and the Future of Design with Cassini Nazir and Mike Courtney

    Right after his keynote at the Applied Ergonomics Conference, we had a chance to sit down with Cassini Nazir, an interaction designer and professor at the University of North Texas. In his talk, Cassini encouraged ergonomics professionals to think more intentionally about curiosity and how asking better questions and designing with empathy can improve the systems and experiences people rely on every day. And as it happened, his friend Mike Courtney was there too. Mike is a futurist who actually delivered the keynote at last year’s conference, so we talked with him about something many professionals are dealing with right now - the rapid pace of technological change and how to make decisions when things are evolving so quickly. Two quick conversations, both recorded at the Applied Ergonomics Conference, about curiosity, design, and navigating a changing world. This bonus episode was recorded live at the Applied Ergonomics Conference as part of Problem Solved LIVE. Every great solution is a story worth telling. Applied Ergonomics Conference sponsored by Applied Ergonomics SocietyLearn more about The Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers (IISE)Problem Solved on LinkedInProblem Solved on YouTubeProblem Solved on InstagramProblem Solved on TikTok Problem Solved Executive Producer: Elizabeth GrimesInterested in contributing to the podcast or sponsoring an episode? Email egrimes@iise.org

    15 min
  2. Trailer | AEC Keynote Spotlight: From Idea to Impact with Dr. Mark Benden

    SEASON 6 TRAILER

    Trailer | AEC Keynote Spotlight: From Idea to Impact with Dr. Mark Benden

    Have you streamed this episode yet?In this special keynote spotlight episode of Problem Solved, IISE’s Frank Reddy sits down with Dr. Mark Benden, researcher, inventor of nearly 30 patents, and longtime leader in ergonomics innovation. With more than four decades of experience across military service, industry, and academia, Dr. Benden has helped generate over $2.5 billion in economic impact through human-centered design and workplace innovation. In this conversation, he shares: Join us for this inside look at one of AEC’s keynote voices. And don’t miss Problem Solved LIVE on-site at AEC, where we’ll be capturing insights from innovators shaping the future of ergonomics. Applied Ergonomics Conference sponsored by Applied Ergonomics SocietyLearn more about The Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers (IISE)Problem Solved on LinkedInProblem Solved on YouTubeProblem Solved on InstagramProblem Solved on TikTok Problem Solved Executive Producer: Elizabeth GrimesInterested in contributing to the podcast or sponsoring an episode? Email egrimes@iise.org

    1 min
  3. AEC Keynote Spotlight: From Idea to Impact with Dr. Mark Benden

    MAR 3

    AEC Keynote Spotlight: From Idea to Impact with Dr. Mark Benden

    In this special keynote spotlight episode of Problem Solved, IISE’s Frank Reddy sits down with Dr. Mark Benden, researcher, inventor of nearly 30 patents, and longtime leader in ergonomics innovation. With more than four decades of experience across military service, industry, and academia, Dr. Benden has helped generate over $2.5 billion in economic impact through human-centered design and workplace innovation. In this conversation, he shares: How everyday frustration becomes inventionWhy “nuisance is the father of invention”How AI, motion capture, and wearables are transforming worker healthThe shift from injury response to real-time preventionAnd how to take ergonomic improvements from idea, to protection, to commercializationJoin us for this inside look at one of AEC’s keynote voices. And don’t miss Problem Solved LIVE on-site at AEC, where we’ll be capturing insights from innovators shaping the future of ergonomics. Applied Ergonomics Conference sponsored by Applied Ergonomics SocietyLearn more about The Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers (IISE)Problem Solved on LinkedInProblem Solved on YouTubeProblem Solved on InstagramProblem Solved on TikTok Problem Solved Executive Producer: Elizabeth GrimesInterested in contributing to the podcast or sponsoring an episode? Email egrimes@iise.org

    12 min
  4. HSPI 2026 #QuickTakes Sessions

    FEB 24

    HSPI 2026 #QuickTakes Sessions

    HSPI QuickTakes Sessions This episode of Problem Solved was recorded live at the Healthcare Systems Process Improvement (HSPI) Conference, straight from the Problem Solved LIVE booth! Throughout the week, we spoke with healthcare engineers, executives, students, researchers, exhibitors, and improvement leaders about what’s shaping the future of healthcare systems. You’ll hear: ·       Why AI dominated this year’s conversations ·       How improvement professionals are bridging technology and human factors ·       Why mentorship and student engagement matter more than ever ·       How cross-industry thinking (manufacturing, energy, data science) is influencing healthcare ·       What attendees are taking back to their organizations immediately ·       And what’s already in motion for HSPI next year One theme was clear: Technology is accelerating. But people - leadership, trust, change management, human-centered design - remain at the core. If you couldn’t attend HSPI this year, this episode brings the conference floor to you. If you were there, you might just hear your own voice! Subscribe so you never miss what’s next. Every great solution is a story worth telling.  HSPI Conference sponsored by Society for Health Systems Learn more about The Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers (IISE)Problem Solved on LinkedInProblem Solved on YouTubeProblem Solved on InstagramProblem Solved on TikTok Problem Solved Executive Producer: Elizabeth GrimesInterested in contributing to the podcast or sponsoring an episode? Email egrimes@iise.org

    36 min
  5. Trailer | Optimizing for Meaning - Now Streaming

    SEASON 6 TRAILER

    Trailer | Optimizing for Meaning - Now Streaming

    If you haven't streamed the full episode yet, make sure you don't miss it. Optimizing for Meaning: What Industrial Engineering Teaches Us About Balance and Burnout In this thoughtful and refreshingly honest conversation, Aly Kamel, an industrial and management engineering student at the Arab Academy for Science and Technology, explores how core industrial engineering principles like input-process-output, value-added analysis, and constraint management can be applied to something far more personal: balance, burnout, and sustainable ambition. Aly challenges the idea that success means maximizing output at all costs. Instead, he reframes burnout not as a personal failure, but as a predictable system outcome, and one that can be redesigned. Industrial engineering isn’t just about factories and supply chains. It’s a mindset for designing systems that last. And the most important system you’ll ever design… might be yourself. Learn more about The Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers (IISE)Problem Solved on LinkedInProblem Solved on YouTubeProblem Solved on Instagram

    1 min
  6. Optimizing for Meaning: What Industrial Engineering Teaches us About Balance and Burnout with Aly Kamel

    FEB 17

    Optimizing for Meaning: What Industrial Engineering Teaches us About Balance and Burnout with Aly Kamel

    Optimizing for Meaning: What Industrial Engineering Teaches Us About Balance and Burnout We talk a lot on Problem Solved about optimizing systems, improving processes, and designing better organizations. But what happens when the system you’re trying to design… is your own life? In this thoughtful and refreshingly honest conversation, Aly Kamel, an industrial and management engineering student at the Arab Academy for Science and Technology, explores how core industrial engineering principles like input-process-output, value-added analysis, and constraint management can be applied to something far more personal: balance, burnout, and sustainable ambition. Aly challenges the idea that success means maximizing output at all costs. Instead, he reframes burnout not as a personal failure, but as a predictable system outcome, and one that can be redesigned. Together, we discuss: Why high achievers are especially prone to burnoutHow “value-added” thinking applies to your daily lifeThe difference between intensity and sustainabilityWhy constraints should be treated as design inputs, not weaknessesAnd how to optimize for meaning — not just productivityIndustrial engineering isn’t just about factories and supply chains. It’s a mindset for designing systems that last. And the most important system you’ll ever design… might be yourself. Learn more about The Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers (IISE)Problem Solved on LinkedInProblem Solved on YouTubeProblem Solved on InstagramProblem Solved on TikTok Problem Solved Executive Producer: Elizabeth GrimesInterested in contributing to the podcast or sponsoring an episode? Email egrimes@iise.org

    24 min
  7. Bonus | Upcoming: Problem Solved LIVE at HSPI

    FEB 10 ·  BONUS

    Bonus | Upcoming: Problem Solved LIVE at HSPI

    This week’s episode is a special bonus preview of what’s coming next on Problem Solved. We’re heading to the Healthcare Systems Process Improvement Conference with Problem Solved LIVE, where we'll have an onsite booth. We'll be capturing real-time insights from attendees, speakers, and leaders across healthcare systems engineering. Hear what’s coming up at HSPI, how you can get involved, and details about our live interviews and social media giveaway. If you’re attending HSPI, stop by the Problem Solved LIVE booth and be part of the conversation. If you’re not, follow along as we bring the conference experience directly to you. Follow Problem Solved on Instagram and YouTube now! 📍 Feb 11–13 | Atlanta, GA 🎙️ Problem Solved LIVE Learn more about The Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers (IISE)Problem Solved on LinkedInProblem Solved on YouTubeProblem Solved on InstagramProblem Solved on TikTok

    1 min
  8. HSPI Keynote Spotlight: Inside Conversations with Dr. Patterson and Lennox Wildman

    FEB 3

    HSPI Keynote Spotlight: Inside Conversations with Dr. Patterson and Lennox Wildman

    HSPI Keynote Spotlight: Inside conversations with Dr. Patterson and Lennox Wildman"In this special HSPI Keynote Spotlight episode of Problem Solved, listeners are invited inside conversations with Dr. Emily Patterson and Lennox Wildman, two leaders shaping the future of healthcare systems improvement. The episode explores how technology, workflows, and people come together to drive safer, more effective care. Through practical insights and real-world examples, these thoughtful conversations highlight how industrial and systems engineering principles are being applied to strengthen healthcare delivery and support the professionals who make it possible. Don't miss the full keynotes talks from these professionals at the HSPI Conference sponsored by Society for Health Systems! Learn more about The Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers (IISE)Problem Solved on LinkedInProblem Solved on YouTubeProblem Solved on InstagramProblem Solved on TikTok Problem Solved Executive Producer: Elizabeth GrimesInterested in contributing to the podcast or sponsoring an episode? Email egrimes@iise.org

    22 min
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Conversations with industrial and systems engineers about their work, ideas and solutions. This podcast will feature both IISE members and non-members who come from diverse backgrounds in both academia and industry to discuss a wide range of topics as it relates to their work as well as some off-beat topics that we think you, our audience, will find fascinating.

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  • Creator
    Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    253
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