Episode 45, part 2: Midrex Technologies - From Digital Vision to Digital Transformation

In another dynamic episode of Digitalization Tech Talks we are thrilled to delve into the transformative realm of generative AI with our special guest, Guy Bursell from Microsoft. If you’ve ever been curious about how GenAI can revolutionize the process industries, you’re in for a treat. We’ll uncover the myriad benefits it brings, from enhancing efficiency to driving innovation, and discuss the hurdles manufacturers might encounter. In this episode, you’ll discover:  The fundamentals of generative AI and its potential to reshape manufacturing processes. Real-world applications of GenAI in the process industries, showcasing its impact and success stories. Strategic insights on how manufacturers can effectively integrate this cutting-edge technology into their operations.  Join us as we explore the exciting possibilities of GenAI and provide actionable insights for leveraging this technology to stay ahead in the competitive landscape. Tune in and get inspired by the future of manufacturing!  Show Notes: Website (Microsoft): Artificial Intelligence Solutions | Microsoft AI (https://bit.ly/3UlhloZ)  AI Blog (Microsoft): Artificial Intelligence News and Updates (https://bit.ly/3AaYUws)  Industry Blog (Microsoft): Manufacturing and mobility (https://bit.ly/40drU19)  Press release (Microsoft and Siemens): Teamcenter + Microsoft Teams + OpenAI (https://bit.ly/3AbQvsC)  Website (Siemens): Unlocking the Power of Generative AI: Siemens Industrial Copilot (https://bit.ly/3UheCNx)  Blog (Siemens): NX Design - Siemens Software (https://bit.ly/3UnmJrP)    Promotional link: Global Hydrogen Conference, 2024: Global Hydrogen Virtual Conference 2024 (https://bit.ly/4fiTSNx)   Contact us: Guy Bursell ([email protected]) Don Mack ([email protected]) Jonas Norinder ([email protected]) 

What does it take to create a vision for digital transformation and then bring it to life?  That’s exactly what we discuss in this episode of Digitalization Tech Talks!  The company that achieved this is Midrex Technologies who specializes in direct reduction ironmaking technology in the steel industry. Join us as we interview Curtis Hughes, Midrex’s Chief Information Officer, about all the factors that went into their digitalization journey.  First presented at the Siemens Realize LIVE conference in May 2024, Curtis focuses on completing a “people-centric transformation” and all the benefits associated with it (please reach out to Curtis directly regarding his presentation).Tune in as we delve into an array of topics related to the transformation including:Creating the visionAligning the entire team, including company leadership and individual contributors throughout the organization, with the vision and strategyOvercoming challenges and resistance to changeCollaboration and partnershipsOutcomes and successesLink to part 1 of this episode: https://bit.ly/47LWdObShow Notes:Website: Midrex (https://www.midrex.com/)Website: Realize LIVE: The Digital Transformation Conference (https://bit.ly/3XBfNIx)  Video: Del Costy on the Digital Future of Industry – Automate 2024 (https://bit.ly/3zJefUJ)Website: Siemens - Digital Transformation (https://bit.ly/3zopD8C)Promotion links:ISPE Boston Product Show (October 2, 2024): Visit Siemens in Suite R74 (https://bit.ly/47EgyVA)Siemens: Chemistry is the future.  We can make it yours. (https://bit.ly/4dn7gyK)Contact us:Curtis Hughes (https://www.linkedin.com/in/curtishughes)Don Mack ([email protected])Jonas Norinder ([email protected])

What does it take to create a vision for digital transformation and then bring it to life?  That’s exactly what we discuss in this episode of Digitalization Tech Talks!  The company that achieved this is Midrex Technologies who specializes in direct reduction ironmaking technology in the steel industry. Join us as we interview Curtis Hughes, Midrex’s Chief Information Officer, about all the factors that went into their digitalization journey.  First presented at the Siemens Realize LIVE conference in May 2024, Curtis focuses on completing a “people-centric transformation” and all the benefits associated with it (please reach out to Curtis directly regarding his presentation).Tune in as we delve into an array of topics related to the transformation including:Creating the visionAligning the entire team, including company leadership and individual contributors throughout the organization, with the vision and strategyOvercoming challenges and resistance to changeCollaboration and partnershipsOutcomes and successesShow Notes:Website: Midrex (https://www.midrex.com/)Website: Realize LIVE: The Digital Transformation Conference (https://bit.ly/3XBfNIx)  Video: Del Costy on the Digital Future of Industry – Automate 2024 (https://bit.ly/3zJefUJ)Website: Siemens - Digital Transformation (https://bit.ly/3zopD8C)Promotion links:ISPE Boston Product Show (October 2, 2024): Visit Siemens in Suite R74 (https://bit.ly/47EgyVA)Siemens: Chemistry is the future.  We can make it yours. (https://bit.ly/4dn7gyK)Contact us:Curtis Hughes (https://www.linkedin.com/in/curtishughes)Don Mack ([email protected])Jonas Norinder ([email protected])

Welcome to “Digitalization Tech Talks”, the podcast that explores the transformative power of technology in the industrial world. In this thrilling episode, we dive into a real-life success story that takes us from Bayer’s initial implementation of a cloud-based technology solution at a single manufacturing site to its impressive scaling across more than 40 global locations.Join us as we uncover the secrets behind scaling a technology focused on asset performance, data integration, and machine learning insights. Discover the challenges faced, the innovative solutions applied, and the invaluable lessons learned along the way. Perhaps you’ll hear insights that could make the difference between success and failure in your own tech implementations.Tune in to hear from our expert guests, David Kaltmayer from Bayer and Brandon Johnson from Engineering Industries eXcellence, and get inspired by their journey of overcoming obstacles and achieving remarkable success. Don’t miss out on this exciting and informative episode hosted by Don Mack and Jonas Norinder! Show Notes:Website (Bayer Crop Science): Bayer Crop Science US (https://bit.ly/3YYq97w)Website (Engineering IndX): A Global MES Program for Agriculture (https://bit.ly/3ANzl4o)Website (Engineering IndX): Revolutionizing Agribusiness Manufacturing with Siemens Insights Hub (https://bit.ly/4g8tdUS)Website (Engineering IndX): A Global MES Template for A Giant in Agriculture (https://bit.ly/3AATsTH)Website (Siemens): Manufacturing system software (https://bit.ly/3ySui2k) Promotion link:Upcoming Webinar (September 12th, 2024 at 11amET): Game-changing tactics for engineering and Operations webinar (https://bit.ly/3WQzc7G) Contact us:David Kaltmayer ([email protected])Brandon Johnson ([email protected])   Don Mack ([email protected])Jonas Norinder ([email protected])

Welcome to “Digitalization Tech Talks”, the podcast that explores the transformative power of technology in the industrial world. In this thrilling episode, we dive into a real-life success story that takes us from Bayer’s initial implementation of a cloud-based technology solution at a single manufacturing site to its impressive scaling across more than 40 global locations.Join us as we uncover the secrets behind scaling a technology focused on asset performance, data integration, and machine learning insights. Discover the challenges faced, the innovative solutions applied, and the invaluable lessons learned along the way. Perhaps you’ll hear insights that could make the difference between success and failure in your own tech implementations.Tune in to hear from our expert guests, David Kaltmayer from Bayer and Brandon Johnson from Engineering Industries eXcellence, and get inspired by their journey of overcoming obstacles and achieving remarkable success. Don’t miss out on this exciting and informative episode hosted by Don Mack and Jonas Norinder! Show Notes:Website (Bayer Crop Science): Bayer Crop Science US (https://bit.ly/3YYq97w)Website (Engineering IndX): A Global MES Program for Agriculture (https://bit.ly/3ANzl4o)Website (Engineering IndX): Revolutionizing Agribusiness Manufacturing with Siemens Insights Hub (https://bit.ly/4g8tdUS)Website (Engineering IndX): A Global MES Template for A Giant in Agriculture (https://bit.ly/3AATsTH)Website (Siemens): Manufacturing system software (https://bit.ly/3ySui2k) Promotion link:Upcoming Webinar (September 12th, 2024 at 11amET): Game-changing tactics for engineering and Operations webinar (https://bit.ly/3WQzc7G) Contact us:David Kaltmayer ([email protected])Brandon Johnson ([email protected])   Don Mack ([email protected])Jonas Norinder ([email protected])

This special episode is a celebration of four years of Digitalization Tech Talks.  During that time, we’ve released more than 40 episodes on topics ranging from artificial intelligence to sustainable digitalization to workforce development as well as many others.  We thought it was a great time to devote an episode to reflecting on the past and highlighting some of our favorite moments.If you are a regular listener you may be familiar with our typical approach of selecting new technologies and the use cases to which they can be applied.  We cover the challenges of each use case and how the technology can be implemented to address it.  Then we include getting started tips as well as key takeaways.Please join us as we look back on four years of looking ahead!Show Notes: Clips from the following episodes are included in this episode…Eryn Devola in episode 33, “Sustainable Digitalization – Predict the Future by Creating It” (https://bit.ly/4bW8BMg)Mads Torry Smith in episode 34, “Breaking Down Data Silos – Novozymes’ Journey Towards Innovation” (https://bit.ly/4c3BHJn)Tony Lee in episode 36, “Evonik fast-tracks plant startup with Operator Training System” (https://bit.ly/3WAA8hB)Mike Dessauer in episode 37, “Generative AI, Why wait?” (https://bit.ly/3LDiXWp)Sebastian Haertner in episode 38, “The Rise of MTP – Merck Unveils the Path to an Industry Evolution!” (https://bit.ly/3SjYTfq)Steve Moskowitz in episode 39, “Developing a Workforce to be Reckoned With” (https://bit.ly/3xhj06p)Marco Ayala in episode 41, “Cybersecurity in the Process Industries – Protect Your Turf” (https://bit.ly/3yQ6BHi) Promotion link:Chemical Companies that have asked us for help: https://www.siemens.com/us/en/products/automation/topic-areas/process-industries/specialty-chemicals.htmlContact us:Don Mack ([email protected])Jonas Norinder ([email protected])

In this episode, we explore synergies between artificial intelligence and predictive maintenance in the process industries. Discover how AI revolutionizes maintenance protocols, predicts the unpredictable and safeguards against equipment failure. These algorithms monitor, analyze, and forecast, turning vast streams of data into actionable insights while working tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure that facilities run smoothly with minimal interruption. Our guest, Alex Hill with Siemens who is focused on predictive maintenance for industrial applications will answer several questions, such as:What data is critical for AI systems to effectively predict equipment failures, and how is this data collected?How does a company get started with implementing AI for predictive maintenance?What are some of the key challenges in integrating AI with existing maintenance infrastructure? Join our two hosts, Jonas Norinder and Don Mack, for an episode where we explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping maintenance protocols.Show notes:Website (Siemens): Predictive maintenance at scale (https://bit.ly/3zdPcsq)Website (Siemens): Senseye resources hub (https://bit.ly/3XA1ipS)Video (YouTube):  Industrial Information Hub and Senseye Predictive Maintenance (https://bit.ly/3VUHk7T)Case study (Siemens): BlueScope: Increased operational efficiency (https://bit.ly/3XCpurA)Podcast (Siemens): Trend Detection (https://bit.ly/3VVZRke)Website (Siemens): Senseye Predictive Maintenance ROI Calculator (https://bit.ly/4eCVUbD)Webinar registration link:Upcoming Webinar (Wednesday, July 11, 2024 at 11amET): Navigating the Digital Workforce: 4 Strategies for Success in the Age of Technology (https://bit.ly/3Va6H4m)Contact us:Alex Hill ([email protected])Don Mack ([email protected])Jonas Norinder ([email protected])

In this episode, we explore synergies between artificial intelligence and predictive maintenance in the process industries. Discover how AI revolutionizes maintenance protocols, predicts the unpredictable and safeguards against equipment failure. These algorithms monitor, analyze, and forecast, turning vast streams of data into actionable insights while working tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure that facilities run smoothly with minimal interruption. Our guest, Alex Hill with Siemens who is focused on predictive maintenance for industrial applications will answer several questions, such as:What data is critical for AI systems to effectively predict equipment failures, and how is this data collected?How does a company get started with implementing AI for predictive maintenance?What are some of the key challenges in integrating AI with existing maintenance infrastructure? Join our two hosts, Jonas Norinder and Don Mack, for an episode where we explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping maintenance protocols.Show notes:Website (Siemens): Predictive maintenance at scale (https://bit.ly/3zdPcsq)Website (Siemens): Senseye resources hub (https://bit.ly/3XA1ipS)Video (YouTube):  Industrial Information Hub and Senseye Predictive Maintenance (https://bit.ly/3VUHk7T)Case study (Siemens): BlueScope: Increased operational efficiency (https://bit.ly/3XCpurA)Podcast (Siemens): Trend Detection (https://bit.ly/3VVZRke)Website (Siemens): Senseye Predictive Maintenance ROI Calculator (https://bit.ly/4eCVUbD)Webinar registration link:Upcoming Webinar (Wednesday, July 11, 2024 at 11amET): Navigating the Digital Workforce: 4 Strategies for Success in the Age of Technology (https://bit.ly/3Va6H4m)Contact us:Alex Hill ([email protected])Don Mack ([email protected])Jonas Norinder ([email protected])

The OT (operational technology) space has never been more of a target to cyber threats than today.  A recent McKinsey & Company article stated “As this sector embraces digitalization, its ‘attack surface’ is skyrocketing.  In a space that boasted about being air-gapped, or unplugged from the internet environment in years past, these new capabilities have made it vulnerable to attack – and threat actors are chomping at the bit.” In this episode we discuss cybersecurity in the process industries with cybersecurity expert, Marco Ayala, President of the Houston chapter of InfraGard, a partnership between the FBI and the private sector for the protection of U.S. critical infrastructure.  Marco, who has a long history in industrial security, comes from the unique perspective of being a supplier to the process industries as well as an end user. We discuss:Current landscape of cybersecurityChallenges facing owner operators todayRole of regulatory agencies and standards organizationsStrategies asset owners are undertaking and first steps to achieve themJoin our series hosts, Jonas Norinder and Don Mack, for an episode filled with helpful information that will guide you on your journey to stay cybersafe! Show Notes:Video: NOVA – A.I. Revolution (https://to.pbs.org/4aWsoe5) time 47:50 in videoArticle: Board of directors: The final cybersecurity defense for industrials (https://mck.co/454z5cH)  Website: Cyber Informed Engineering (https://bit.ly/4e4ypbl)Website: Consequence-Driven Cyber-Informed Engineering (https://bit.ly/4aC8O6p)Website: InfraGard – Partnership for Protection (https://www.infragard.org/)Additional resources: https://bit.ly/3yD2Q8jUpcoming webinar (Wednesday, July 11, 2024):Navigating the Digital Workforce: 4 Strategies for Success in the Age of Technology (https://bit.ly/3Va6H4m) Contact us:·        Marco Ayala ([email protected])·        Don Mack ([email protected])·        Jonas Norinder ([email protected])

Get ready to dive deep into the world of data in today's Digitalization Tech episode! We're not just talking about data in theory but exploring real-life use cases and the incredible business value it holds. And here's the secret ingredient: data visualization and contextualization. We'll show you how these crucial practices can transform the way you understand and leverage data across different roles and functions. As the famous American painter Kenneth Noland once said, "context is key - from that comes the understanding of everything." It's not just a philosophical notion; when it comes to data, it's the ultimate game-changer. So, get ready to unlock the power of data visualization and contextualization in this must-listen episode featuring Bruce Taylor from FurtherTec! Show Notes:Reference Story (Sinclair): A Case for Balance: Artificial Intelligence vs Human Intelligence (https://bit.ly/3IyQQq0) Brochure (Siemens): Turn Data Into Actionable Information (https://bit.ly/3vabaLh)  Website (Siemens): The Power of Contextualized Data (https://bit.ly/4965D6x) Promotion link:Website (Siemens): Learn how Akzo Nobel and BASF use digital technologies to improve operations (https://bit.ly/3Tt9cir) Contact us:Bruce Taylor ([email protected])Don Mack ([email protected])Jonas Norinder ([email protected])