EMS@C-LEVEL
As Forbes, Entrepreneur, Fast Company and SCOOP writer, Philip Stoten, continues to talk to EMS (Electronic Manufacturing Services) executives he learns more about their individual and collective experiences and their expectations for their own businesses and for the entire electronic manufacturing industry.
Episodes
210 episodes
Electronica 24: The Rise of AI-Powered Robotics at Fideltronik and Beyond
What if the future of electronic manufacturing didn't just involve automation, but intelligent and flexible automation that learns and adapts like a human? Join us as we dive into a fascinating discussion with a trailblazer in AI-driven electro...
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Electronica 24: Teltonika's Vision, Investments and Ambitions for Integrated Manufacturing Services
Explore the bold ambitions and strategic vision of Simas Rutkauskas, CEO of Teltonika, as he shares their mission to revitalize Europe’s dwindling PCB industry. Discover how this family business, known for its prowess in GPS tracking and networ...
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Electronica 24: AI and Digital Transformation in Supply Chain Management with Sourceability's Rob Picken
Unlock the secrets of digital transformation in electronics manufacturing with Rob Picken, Sourceability's newly appointed SVP of Digital Transformation. Rob reveals how digital transformation isn't just about tweaking processes but is a strate...
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Electronica 24: Insights from C-MAC's Journey in a Shifting Global Landscape with CEO Riwan Tamic
Riwan Tamic, CEO from C-MAC joins us at the IPC booth during Electronica 2024 to share insights into the world of electronic manufacturing services. From its humble beginnings in 1986, C-MAC has grown into a medium-sized player in the ind...
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Electronica 24: Redefining Manufacturing Partnerships with Hanza Group CSO Mattia Lindhe
Uncover the original blueprint behind Hanza Group's ambitious global expansion with Mattias Lindhe, the freshly appointed Chief Strategy Officer (CSO), as he takes us through shifts in the manufacturing landscape. Mattias presents a compelling ...
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Electronic 24: Compliance, Manufacturing Challenges, and Future of the PCB Industry with Vidar Olsen
Discover the intricate world of PCB brokering with our guest, Vidar Olsen, CEO of Confidee, who shares his wealth of knowledge about the industry's evolving challenges. With Confidee's remarkable growth from one employee to a growing and ...
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Electronica 24: Luminovo's Vision for AI in Manufacturing Transforming the Electronics Supply Chain
Discover how Luminovo is reshaping the electronics supply chain industry with insights from founder & CEO, Sebastian Schaal, recorded live at Electronica 2024. Imagine a world where AI and data-driven platforms transform manufacturing proce...
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Electronica 24: InCap's Otto Pukk Wants Manufacturing to be Thoughtful, Sustainable and Fun
Prepare to navigate the dynamic world of sustainability in electronics manufacturing with my guest, Otto Pukk, CEO of InCap, fresh from his insightful presentation on the IPC stage at Electronica 2024 in Munich. As the tech industry returns to ...
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Electronica 24: Cybord's New RTI or Real-Time Interceptor Future of Supply Chain Traceability
Join us as we explore the future of component traceability with Oshri Cohen, CEO of Cybord, who unveils their groundbreaking Real-Time Interceptor (RTI) at Electronica 2024. This AI-driven tool promises to transform electronic component inspect...
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Electronica 24: IMI's New CEO Lou Hughes on Strategic Focus, Streamlining, and Regional Excellence
What strategic moves can help companies navigate the complex global manufacturing landscape amidst geopolitical upheavals? Join us as we uncover the transformative strategies IMI is employing, led by our insightful guest Lou Hughes, who recentl...
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Electronica 24: Geopolitics, CSR, Innovations, and the Future of AI with ALL Circuits President Bruno Racault
Bruno Racault, President of ALL Circuit joins me on the IPC booth at Electronica 2024 to unravel the intricacies of navigating the electronics industry amidst geopolitical tensions and economic unpredictability, which Bruno describes as chaos.<...
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Electronica 24: Kitron's Strategic Shifts Amidst Geopolitical and Economic Uncertainties
Prepare for a compelling exploration into the world of global manufacturing as I sit down with Kitron CEO Peter Nilsson at Electronica 2024. How does a leading company like Kitron navigate the shifting tides of geopolitical unrest and emerging ...
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Electronica 24: Exploring Resilience in Global Manufacturing with GPV CEO Bo Lybæk
I join Bo Lybæk GPV CEO on their booth at Electronica 2024 to unravel the complexities of global strategy in a world rife with political and economic uncertainties. How do businesses plan for the year 2025 with the recent US elections and poten...
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Electronica 24: Markets, Geopolitics, Culture and AI in Manufacturing, with Zollner's Markus Aschenbrenner
Explore the strategies behind staying ahead in the global market as I chat with Markus Aschenbrenner from Zollner. Markus unpacks how the inventory bubble, geopolitical influences, inflation and interest rate shifts, and a tilt toward pro...
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Electronica 24: Jeroen Tuik on Connect Group's Evolution, Brand Consolidation and Expansion
What strategic moves transform a company from 1980s cable manufacturing roots into a global EMS powerhouse? Join me in our electronica studio, hosted by IPC, for an insightful conversation with Jeroen Tuik, CEO of Connect Group, who share...
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EMSNOW-In4ma 2024 OnTour: Insights, Analysis And Data From Eastern European EMS Visits
Fresh from their 2024 On Tour of Eastern European EMS companies, Eric Miscoll, Publisher of EMSNOW and Dieter Weiss, Founder of in4ma share their thoughts with Philip Stoten in this must-hear interview recorded at electronica. The ...
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AI, Digital Transformation, and Innovations with Arch Systems Cofounder and CEO, Andrew Scheuermann
Uncover the path to digital transformation in electronics manufacturing with Andrew Scheuermann, Cofounder and CEO from Arch Systems. Andrew shares invaluable insights into how Arch, with 85 professionals in 13 countries, is partnering with maj...
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EMS & The Economist: Elections, Investments, and Future Trends with Shawn DuBravac
Explore the labyrinth of the global political and economic world with Philip Stoten and Shawn DuBravac, Chief Economist for the IPC. You'll gain a nuanced understanding of how U.S. elections ripple through global investments, and why a peaceful...
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Adding The Forth Dimension: Game Changing Thermal Profiling Technology from iRaptor Founder Vitor Barros
I explore machine behavior with our special guest, Vitor Barros from iRaptor, as he introduces us to their revolutionary 4D profiler. This episode provides insights into how temperature and vibration mapping are transforming quality control and...
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Revolutionizing Inspection with AI: Loopr.ai Founder & CEO Priyansha Bagaria on EMS@C-Level
Join us as we unveil how Priyansha Bagaria, founder of Loopr.ai, is steering the AI revolution in manufacturing. From her roots in a family-run electrical insulation business in India to pioneering AI solutions, Priyansha shares insightful anec...
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Zero Defects in Manufacturing: A Deep Dive into Advanced AOI Solutions with Aaron Shelton from WIT
Join me as I talk to Aaron Shelton from WIT, a pioneering Japanese company, to uncover the secrets behind their inspection solutions. Aaron explains how their technology serves as a critical verification tool for Automated Optical Inspection (A...
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The Rise of SMTA Guadalajara and Pemtron's Automotive Success, with Jaime Arreola
What if a grassroots event could transform into a major industry powerhouse? Join us as Jaime takes us through SMTA Guadalajara's rise from a small tabletop event in a hotel to a major trade show, showcasing how collaboration among industry pro...
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EMS & The Economist: Industrial Action, Election Inertia, Automation, Trends, and the Global Supply Chain
How are EMS companies navigating the tumultuous world of electronics manufacturing and supply chain, as recent disruptions like port closures and hurricanes put the industry's resilience to the test yet again. Join Shawn DuBravac, IPC chief eco...
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Hanwha's Tech Innovations and Global Electronics Insights with Jonny Nichols
Curious about how Hanwha transformed from a Samsung acquisition to an innovator in technology? Join me as Jonny Nichols, VP of Marketing for North America, shares the brand's journey, offering insights into their strategic innovations and...
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Revolutionizing Screen Printing: Stentech’s BluePrint Technology with President & COO Brent Nolan
Discover the game-changing advancements in stencil manufacturing with Brent Nolan, President & COO of Stentech Holdings as he explains the thinking behind their award-winning BluePrint technology. Learn how Stentech is tackling long-standin...
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