Smart Factory Podcast Series

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The Smart Factory Podcast, hosted by Petra Mitchell, President & CEO of Catalyst Connection, spotlights the leaders, technologies, and strategic decisions shaping the future of manufacturing. Recorded at Mill 19 in Pittsburgh, each episode features candid conversations with executives, innovators, and industry experts who are building the infrastructure behind the modern industrial economy—from advanced automation and AI to energy, workforce strategy, and operational excellence.

Episode 9: Robotics and Automation in Manufacturing

Catalyst Connection’s Matt Minner joins Matt Holjes and Jonathan Kersting to talk about robotic and automation in manufacturing. As a Senior Consultant, Matt Minner provides project management across various project areas, as well as provides consulting services on technology projects including Roadmap to Growth, Technology Selection, Strategic Planning, Automation and Robotics Implementation, and more. In addition, he manages the team’s third party relationships on projects.

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Episode 8: Game-Changing Talent Strategies

Livia Macedo of DDI talks about top strategies for manufacturers to build and maintain their workforces. She also details how a manufacturer can begin building a talent supply chain. Macedo will also address the importance of having manufacturing leaders focused on Industry 4.0

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Episode 7: Rhabit’s Tech Captures Employee Feedback

Kevin Kelly of Rhabit overviews his company’s powerful technology that makes it easy to build a culture of feedback. Rhabit combines the latest research in organizational psychology with human-centered software to unlock the power of continuous employee feedback. Find out how manufacturers can use this technology to better manage their workforces.

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Episode 6: Exploring Digital Twin Technology

Simwell’s Jon Santavy goes into detail around all aspects of the Digital Twin Technology. Discover how it takes simulations to a whole new level and can save manufacturers time and money across the board from product development to shop floor setup.

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Episode 5: Siemens and Industry 4.0

Mike Holtkamp, Digital Enterprise Account Executive at Siemens, talks about the company’s commitment to Industry 4.0 Discover what it expects out of its suppliers, the introduction of AR/VR technologies and more!

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