by Chris Luecke | May 1, 2026 | Artificial Intelligence, Digital Transformation, Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Operations, Smart Manufacturing, Technology
General-purpose AI can answer almost anything, but that flexibility becomes a liability on the factory floor. In this bonus episode, Chris sits down with Angelo Stracquatanio, CEO of Apprentice, a purpose-built AI company for...
by Chris Luecke | Jul 4, 2025 | Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Digital Transformation, Operations, Podcast, Robotics, Smart Manufacturing
“The hardest part of robotics isn’t actually doing robotics. It’s providing a solution that solves a real customer problem.” Melonee Wise’s quote from this episode is a good summary of what we talk about in this episode – practical, real-world...
by Chris Luecke | Jun 24, 2025 | Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Digital Transformation, Operations, Podcast, Robotics, Smart Manufacturing
When we talk about building a more productive and competitive manufacturing industry, talk of AI, automation, and other new tech usually crops up. But let’s not forget the basics – the way we power, staff, and build sustainable practices. That stuff’s also...
by Chris Luecke | Jun 17, 2025 | Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Operations, Podcast, Robotics, Smart Manufacturing, Systems Integrator
We’re seeing a huge leap in potential when it comes to what AI can accomplish in industrial settings. Not only can it catch errors, it can provide intelligent insights to prevent them in the first place, reduce waste, save costs, and improve processes. Recorded live...
by Chris Luecke | Apr 22, 2025 | Artificial Intelligence, Digital Transformation, Entrepreneurship, Operations, Podcast, Smart Manufacturing, Technology
An AI agent can create. It can predict. It can analyze data. But for it to really drive change and enhance operations, it needs to take action. That’s the next step of machine learning and AI, says Kence Anderson, CEO of Composabl, a company that helps manufacturers...
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