Supply chain collaboration, procurement, and sourcing - Enabling Automation
Welcome to Enabling Automation! The tenth episode of season 3 is "Supply chain collaboration, procurement, and sourcing". Join our season 3 host, Simon Drexler, as he discusses with special guest, Michelle Evans.
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In this monthly podcast series, join industry leaders from across ATS as they share and discuss the latest industry trends, new innovations, and more! ATS is an industry-leading automation solutions provider to many of the world's most successful companies.
Timestamps
00:04 – Introduction
01:42 – How do you view supply chains role in enabling automation?
02:56 – Example of good collaboration of supply chain bringing automation to life
04:13 – How to find the right supplier?
05:24 – Where is the best place to find emerging technologies to help companies grow?
06:36 – Innovation in supply chain
08:51 – Building trust across the partnership
10:00 – Learning from partners and suppliers
11:10 – Reduction of supply chain risk
13:12 – Collaborating and your intellectual property
15:18 – Adaptability to changing markets
17:00 – Supply Chain considerations with business strategies
18:52 – Defining an ideal partnership
21:19 – What to expect out of a supplier collaboration
23:23 – Advice for aspiring supply chain professionals
24:40 – Advice to those who can’t dual source
26:52 – Closing
The supply chain plays a crucial role in enabling automation, regardless of the type of manufacturing or the delivery of products to your door. The challenges faced during the pandemic highlighted the importance of a well-functioning supply chain in successfully delivering products. The supply chain should be a major consideration when designing, developing, and implementing automation systems.
Collaboration in the supply chain is essential to bringing automation to life and involves sourcing the right suppliers and technology providers. Being at the forefront with suppliers and understanding emerging technologies is crucial for successful collaboration between the supply chain, engineering, and applications teams. This collaboration ensures effective concept development, design, and execution while also considering cost-effectiveness and the supply of products needed for automation.
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