Podcast

AI might be the biggest buzzword in business right now, but for manufacturers, the question isn’t if AI will change things, it’s how, where, and when. AI is beginning to reshape key functions in the supply chain and at this point, manufacturers should think less about adopting AI generally and more about using it where … read more

A machine goes down. A product ships late. A customer gets frustrated. These are easy problems to see. Everyone notices when something breaks, and most organizations know how to jump into action when it does. But what caused those issues in the first place? Too often, manufacturers operate with invisible gaps in their systems. They … read more

The prisoner’s dilemma is one of the most studied models in game theory. Two players must each decide whether to cooperate or act in their own self-interest. If both cooperate, they both benefit. If one defects while the other cooperates, the defector wins big while the other loses. If both defect, they both end up … read more

What Is Game Theory and Why Should You Care? Game theory is the study of how decisions are made in situations where the outcome depends not only on your own actions but also on the actions of others. It’s used across economics, political science, biology, and computer science. But in business – especially in complex … read more

In high-mix, low-volume manufacturing, documentation has an impact. It sets the foundation for consistency, communication, and performance across engineering and production. Engineering drawings and bills of materials serve as essential production tools. They connect design decisions to the steps required to build accurately and efficiently. Documentation creates a shared language. It’s how teams know what … read more