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Real Time with… IPC APEX EXPO 2024: Operational Excellence and Smart Factory Initiatives
April 30, 2024 | Real Time with...IPC APEX EXPOEstimated reading time: 1 minute
Operational excellence and operational efficiency are defined in this interview with Koh Young General Manager Joel Scutchfield. He touches on automation, AI, and collaboration as solutions to resource limitations. Koh Young's data-driven approach uses AI for process adjustments, data analytics, and supply chain enhancements. The discussion underscores the shift toward smart factory initiatives and the future of manufacturing, with a focus on reshoring, nearshoring, and technology utilization.
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