#108 Digital Product Series: Who is First Resonance

In this episode of Stay Sharp in Digital Engineering, hosts Juliann Grant and Jonathan Scott continue the Digital Product Series with a deep dive into First Resonance, a company redefining how modern manufacturers operate.Our guest, Devin Patel, Head of Solutions at First Resonance, shares how their flagship platform ION—a modular, data-driven factory operating system—helps manufacturers move fast without losing control. From aerospace and defense to climate tech, robotics, and energy, First Resonance empowers teams to prototype quickly, scale complex hardware production, and stay agile in an ever-changing market.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:How First Resonance differs from traditional MES and ERP systemsWhy speed with control is the key to modern manufacturingThe kinds of companies best suited for ION (hint: advanced, complex hardware)Real-world examples, including how Epirus went from prototype to field-ready product in under a yearHow First Resonance’s culture, rooted in the “SpaceX Mafia” spirit, fuels rapid iteration and innovationWhere the company is heading with agentic AI, automation, and adaptive manufacturingDevin also shares insights into the company’s origins, customer-first approach, and how they’re working to give a 10-person startup the same visibility and control as an enterprise manufacturer—all while maintaining startup speed.If you’ve ever wondered how digital manufacturing is evolving beyond rigid, legacy systems, this conversation will open your eyes to what’s possible.👉 Subscribe to Stay Sharp in Digital Engineering on your favorite podcast platform or YouTube, and stay tuned for more episodes in the Digital Product Series.Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on Story Blocks.Technical Podcast Support by Jon Keur at Wayfare Recording Co.© 2026 Razorleaf Corp. All Rights Reserved.