192. Idea: Exploring the Human Side of Technology

Video technology is right at the center of many Industry 4.0 initiatives.  However, many industrial owners struggle with implementation in a way that makes a meaningful impact to the business.  Tanuj Thapliyal unpacks how any manufacturer could start this process and it is as easy as utilizing existing equipment.  He explains that the key to getting these initiatives moving is by lowering the barrier of entry and finding wins early to build advocates.  Video can be the ultimate ground truth to what's happening on the plant floor and it provides context like no other.  From evaluating items that affects the overall process such as down conveyors to enhancing safety programs through robust training programs, the human side of technology is something that should be embraced as businesses grow in the future.  Tanuj leaves no stone unturned as he reviews potential headwinds with technology such as identifying proper work flows and user cases that will make an impact.  He speaks to the importance of engineering simplicity into these systems and how to tie everything back to measurable results of improvement.  As the industrial world evolves technologies such as video will become more and more integral to the success of manufacturing.  Sit back and learn from the expert himself and increase your awareness and confidence in starting down your own path of integrating these technologies in the future. Guest: Tanuj Thapliyal - CEO at Spot AIIndustry War Story Submission: Send us a DM!FacebookInstagramHost: Chris GraingerExecutive Producer: Adam SheetsPodcast Editor: Andi Thrower