Episodes | Industrial Talk

Clint Padgett with Project Success

Scott MacKenzie promotes the benefits of podcasting for business and emphasizes the importance of project management and leadership. Clint Padgett, founder and CEO of Project Success, Inc., discusses the challenges of project management, particularly the misconceptions around agile methodologies and the necessity of detailed planning. He highlights the importance of executive support, team collaboration, and the need for a balanced approach to project detail. Padgett also stresses the significance of conversations and relationships in project success and the necessity of adapting to changes. He offers his company’s services for project management training and support.

Technology for Effective Event Planning

Industrial Talk is onsite at Accruent Insights and talking to Kate Fleming, Brittany Thompson and Tina Reagan with the Missouri’s University System about “Deploying Technology for Effective Event Planning”.

Scott MacKenzie hosts a podcast discussing the University of Missouri’s transition to a new event management software (EMS) and advanced space intelligence (ASI) system. Kate, Brittany, and Tina from the University of Missouri detail how the new system will streamline processes, save time, and improve efficiency. The current system is outdated and siloed, leading to inefficiencies in booking and managing events. The new EMS will centralize operations, provide better data, and enhance customer service. The transition is expected to take 6-8 months, with a focus on training and data import. The ASI system will help with space utilization and planning, aiding in future building design and event management.

Maria Pardo and Andres Artigas with Integra Tecnologia

Industrial Talk is onsite at IoT Solutions World Congress and talking to Maria Mateo Pardo and Andres Mallada Artigas with Integra Tecnologia about “Solutions for smart cities and smart resorts”.

Scott MacKenzie hosts a podcast episode from the IoT Solutions World Congress in Barcelona, Spain, featuring Andres Malara and Maria Interact from Integra. They discuss the concept of a “smart ski resort,” which involves integrating IoT and AI technologies to enhance efficiency and user experience across various resort facilities, including gondolas and lodging. The smart solutions aim to optimize energy consumption, improve safety with SOS buttons, and provide real-time insights for better decision-making. The project in Formula saved 30% energy by managing gondola speeds based on passenger numbers. Contact details for Integra are provided for those interested in learning more.

Brian Brzinski with AMMS Consulting

Industrial Talk is onsite at Accruent Insights and talking to Brian Brzinski, Founder/CEO at AMSS Consulting about “Digital Transformation and need for Qualified Sherpas for the Journey”.

Scott MacKenzie interviews Brian Brzinski, CEO of Advanced Management Systems and Services (AMSS), at the Insight event in San Antonio, Texas. Brzinski discusses his journey from a steel mill laborer to founding AMSS 14 years ago, which provides consulting services to manufacturers and facility managers. He emphasizes the importance of pragmatic approaches to AI and IoT implementation, helping clients optimize their systems without unnecessary expenditure. Brzinski also highlights the challenges of staffing and training in the industry, offering solutions like six-month trial periods for staffing. He concludes by discussing the future of AI in automating decision-making processes and the necessity of cybersecurity in digital transformation.

Robin Daniels and Andy Roberts with Zensai

Scott MacKenzie hosts a podcast discussing the Human Success Platform from Zensai with guests Robin Daniels and Andy Roberts. The platform aims to address the 70% employee dissatisfaction rate by focusing on continuous learning, high-performance culture, and employee engagement. Key features include weekly check-ins, AI-driven feedback, and seamless integration with Microsoft Teams. The platform allows for flexible goal setting, AI-generated training courses, and real-time performance tracking. Implementation is quick, typically taking a few days, and the platform supports both compliance and development training. The goal is to enhance employee satisfaction, retention, and overall organizational success.

The world is changing fast! Industrial businesses are juggling every facet of business maintenance and growth, ranging from technological/digital media adaptations to cash flow management and operational efficiency challenges. How do industrial business leaders stay current while managing growth and casting vision for the future? The answers could be found in a learning environment, but never before has there been a place for continuing education in the industrial business arena. UNTIL NOW…

The INDUSTRIAL ACADEMY IS HERE. Finally there is a clearinghouse for all things industrial to assist the business leader. Course offerings provide up-to-date applicable information in business development, technology, finance, operations and leadership presented in an engaging, movement-oriented manner by those in the know. These professionals don’t just talk the talk. They walk the walk with purpose and passion for building not just the industrial business but also the people who make things happen.

The Industrial Talk Podcast family looks forward to learning and growing with you!

When I was in elementary school, our teacher would show us films of industrial professionals making our lives better. For me, these films instilled the passion for industry.

Today, industry has come along way from when I was a boy. It is innovative and focused on solving problems. In short, it’s really cool and exciting.

We need to teach children, around the world, and bring back the “Cool” and “Exciting” and why industry is a wonderful profession. That means we need industrial professionals to re-instill this industrial passion.

This is the Purpose of Industrial Pop. It is an online learning management platform (LMP) dedicated to educating our youth in the ever expanding and innovative world of industry. We also provide this LMP for our teachers to share with their class.

These are very exciting times for industry and we must begin educating our future and it starts with you. If you are interested, please contact me at: https://industrialtalk.com/contact/ and just let me know that you are interested in positively impacting our future industry leaders.