Welcome to another episode of Manufacturing Master. In today's episode, we are joined by Ben Gregson, a seasoned manufacturing executive who has
led several successful business transformations.
Ben shares his insights and experiences in transforming manufacturing businesses that face various challenges, such as fractured and underperforming sales teams, no clear strategy, and a lack of clear identity. He discusses how he addressed these issues by redefining management strategies and implementing key management transformation principles.
Ben also emphasizes the importance of innovation in business technology and how it can help streamline operations, reduce costs, and improve overall performance. He shares some practical examples of how businesses can implement new technologies to achieve these goals.
Moreover, Ben shares his tips on the key factors that contribute to a successful management transformation, including developing a clear vision, effective communication, and the importance of having the right team in place.
So, whether you are a manufacturing executive facing similar challenges or simply interested in learning about the manufacturing industry, be sure to tune in to this episode of Manufacturing Master with our special guest Ben Gregson.
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Today, I am finally able to welcome Bruce Hegan to the show, Owner and Managing Director of 4id Solutions.
4id Solutions are leaders in asset tracking and tagging technologies. Helping health, logistics, finance, and entertainment enterprises validate; verify and capture data, through the use of RFID technology. Bruce and his team based on the Central Coast, have been at the forefront of innovation in this space. With the goal of being ahead of the market and their competitors as opposed to just following current industry trends.
This self-described ‘simple farmer’ has extensive experience in printing and RFID products; understands the nuances of manufacturing; and a relentlessly pursues ways to improve and simplify processes, in what is a complex industry. Bruce also has a strong focus on people and is now coaching and mentoring the next generation of manufacturing leaders.
The theme for this episode is “Developing a Product Leadership Strategy” and in it, Bruce and I touch on the following:
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Apologies straight off the bat for some notification sounds that made it through to the recording. Hopefully it will not be to much of a distraction for you.
Today’s episode we are joined by someone I have known for many years and tried to initially have on Season One of Manufacturing Mastery, but the world of 2021 didn’t want that to be a reality. Fortunately, it is now 2022 and Stephen Elliot has finally been able to join me for a chat.
With a background in chemical, metallurgical and process engineering and holding a degree in Chemical Engineering as well as completing his MBA, Stephen has become and experienced leader in the manufacturing industry. With a passion for manufacturing excellence through people leadership and process understanding, a personal core value of safety and a desire to succeed. Has lead to Stephen being the director on numerous company boards both here and in South Africa.
A few key takeaways in which Stephen and I talk about in this episode:
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In today’s episode I am joined by Tony Crooke, Group Marketing Manager for GME. An Australian-owned computer and electronics company, who are considered an industry leader in the RF communication technology space.
With extensive experience in product management and customer service, Tony understands the nuances of marketing and product management within the manufacturing world. Having worked with Australian and international organisations. A fan of the first season of Manufacturing Mastery, the universe presented Tony and I with an opportunity to have a conversation about Australian manufacturing and his experiences, not too long ago. Some of the subjects we delved into:
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