Jeff Winter 7/26/24 Jeff Winter 7/26/24

If It Ain’t Broke, Digitize It Anyway

Why wait for something to break when you can turn it into something better?

Jeff Winter 7/21/24 Jeff Winter 7/21/24

The Rise of Humanoid Robots

The idea of robots working alongside humans, diagnosing problems, and even fixing each other is no longer just a Hollywood fantasy.

Jeff Winter 7/13/24 Jeff Winter 7/13/24

Realizing the Value of AI

Even my 22-month-old daughter understands the frustration of trying to grasp something valuable, only to see it slip away at the last moment. Fast decisions, rapid adaptations—welcome to the era of Industry 4.0.

Jeff Winter 7/3/24 Jeff Winter 7/3/24

Measuring Digital Transformation Success

This delineation between excellent and average highlights that the Digital Divide is as much about cultural transformation as it is about digital adoption.

Jeff Winter 7/2/24 Jeff Winter 7/2/24

Don’t Rush Your AI Projects

The hype around AI is real, and the potential is enormous. But diving in headfirst without a plan can leave you holding the AI bomb.

Jeff Winter 6/29/24 Jeff Winter 6/29/24

Three Options Ahead of You

What is your next step? There are three options ahead of you…

Jeff Winter 6/21/24 Jeff Winter 6/21/24

Kaushik’s 10/90 Rule

This Kaushik 10/90 rule emphasizes that technology alone cannot drive success; the real value comes from skilled professionals who can interpret and act on the data.

Jeff Winter 6/19/24 Jeff Winter 6/19/24

The State of Digital Transformation in 2024

Change before you have to: the Imperative for Digital Transformation in 2024. How does manufacturing compare to all other industries?

Jeff Winter 6/16/24 Jeff Winter 6/16/24

Planning Horizon of Manufacturers

A vision without a strategy is an illusion; a strategy without a vision is confusion.

Jeff Winter 6/14/24 Jeff Winter 6/14/24

Deployment of Metaverse Technologies by Ecosystem

The vision of interconnected virtual worlds, augmented reality (AR), and immersive experiences is still very much alive, reshaping industries from gaming and entertainment to remote work and education.

Jeff Winter 6/12/24 Jeff Winter 6/12/24

Seven Deadly Sins of Digital Transformation

Don’t commit one of the Seven Deadly Sins of Digital Transformation!

Jeff Winter 6/3/24 Jeff Winter 6/3/24

The Difference Between IT and OT

The differences between Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT)

Jeff Winter 5/30/24 Jeff Winter 5/30/24

2024 Top Struggles in Digital Transformation Initiatives

Digital transformation is an ongoing process enhancing value through innovative digital integration, with common struggles including gaining buy-in (WHY), aligning vision (WHAT), adapting strategies (HOW), and widespread adoption (WHERE).

Jeff Winter 5/27/24 Jeff Winter 5/27/24

Cybersecurity in IIoT

As we embrace more connected devices, the importance of securing these technologies cannot be overstated.

Jeff Winter 5/26/24 Jeff Winter 5/26/24

Minimizing Industry 4.0 Investment

Are you tired of all those promises of digital transformation and technological advancement? Want to keep your Industry 4.0 investment as minimal as possible? Well, I've cracked the code!

Jeff Winter 5/14/24 Jeff Winter 5/14/24

What Is Most Important in a Resilient Supply Chain?

A chain is only as strong as its weakest link, and in the world of supply chains, that link is often our ability to anticipate and adapt to change.

Jeff Winter 5/5/24 Jeff Winter 5/5/24

The Need for Paperless Manufacturing

Despite the advent of digital solutions, a significant majority still rely on manual methods like Excel, which, coupled with human error, leads to costly inaccuracies.