What happens when traditional manufacturing meets the possibilities of advanced data solutions? Patrick Byrne, a mechanical engineer turned data scientist and cofounder of Anora AI, sits down with Ira Sharp to break down how smaller and mid-sized manufacturers can turn “digital waste” into major financial opportunity...without massive budgets or overhauls.

This episode pulls back the curtain on bridging disconnected business systems, getting real value from existing data, and surfacing the everyday pain points that bleed productivity.

Hear a candid perspective on why chasing the latest tech buzzwords isn’t always the path to results. If you’ve ever wondered how meaningful change can look for manufacturers outside the Fortune 500, this conversation brings clarity, strategy, and inspiration to turn intention into impact.

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