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Hosted by Jendamark’s innovations director, Yanesh Naidoo, this podcast is your gateway to the cutting edge of digital manufacturing technologies and Industry 4.0.
Whether you’re an industry veteran or just getting started, we delve deep into the innovations that are transforming the way factories operate. From smart factories and IoT to AI-driven automation and beyond, Disrupted Factory brings you expert insights, in-depth interviews, and the latest trends shaping the future of manufacturing.
This podcast leverages our three decades in global automation and now digital technologies to help viewers learn something new with every episode!
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S6E2 The Real Reason Digital Transformation Fails in Manufacturing
In this conversation, Glenn Gardner joins us to unpack why so many digital transformation initiatives stall between executive dashboards and the factory floor. He explores the manufacturing strategy…
S6E1 The Joule: How South Africa Almost Beat Tesla (and why it failed)
Before the Tesla Model S redefined the industry, a team in Cape Town had already built the future. So why have you never heard of the Joule? While Silicon Valley was in its infancy, South African…
S5E9 The Mr Miyagi of LEAN: 40 Years of Toyota Way Wisdom They Don’t Teach in Training!
The Mr. Miyagi of LEAN brings his wisdom and teachings to our first LIVE podcast!In this episode of The Disrupted Factory, we sit down with Vitor Ferreira, the Mr. Miyagi of LEAN. After four decades…
S5E8 Future of Mobility in South Africa: EVs, Policy & Reality Check
In this roundtable discussion at the Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber, we unpack the future of mobility, the politics, the infrastructure challenges, and whether EV adoption makes sense for Africa…
S5E7 Africa’s Car Market Could Explode Overnight (If We Stop This…)
Right now, Africa is a dumping ground for second-hand imports, killing local industry, jobs, and growth. If every African country shut that tap tomorrow, our market could jump from 1 million to 3…
S5E6 Is SA's Auto Industry on the Brink? Justin Barnes on Trade, Growth & Global Shifts in South Africa
In this candid and insightful episode of The Disrupted Factory, Yanesh speaks to industrial policy expert Justin Barnes about South Africa’s automotive industry, currently facing severe challenges.…
S5E5 Smart Manufacturing That Works: Tim Stuart on Fixing Digital Chaos in U.S. Factories
A veteran of American manufacturing joins me in this episode of TheDisrupted Factory. Tim Stuart, founder of @VisualDecisions, takesus through how digital tools can supercharge Lean Six…
S5E4 Using LEGO to Build Machines | Etienne explains how his "Legoify" process built his company
Lego, we all know what is does and have all played with it before. These basic building blocks allow ANYONE to create ANYHTING they can imagine. Join me and Etienne Lacroix from @Vention as we…
S5E3 Torquing With The Guru | Atlas Copco’s expert joins me to tool about & discuss bolts
Learn how to tighten bolts so your wheels don't fall off! POWER tools are smarter than you think! In this episode of Disrupted Factory, we sit down with Jason Benford, the “Guru Of Tightening" from…
S5E2 I'm Deeply Inspired! | We Welcome ANOTHER Tech Giant to Our Latest Disrupted Factory Podcast.
The Future With Manikantan NS & Tech Mahindra: From Bottom-Up Innovation to Real-World TransformationI'm thrilled to bring you this special episode that was recorded during my recent visit to…
S5E1 Exploring Cybersecurity, Retro Tech & the MQTT vs OPC Debate with Matthew Smith | Disrupted Factory Podcast
Our discussion takes many interesting turns as Matthew shares his knowledge and insights on retro tech, the telecoms industry and the hot topic of cyber security. He feels quite strongly about this!…
S4E7 Revving up SA Automotive Component Manufacturing | Insights into APDP, Exports and NEV Policy
In this episode, we delve into the South African automotive component manufacturing sector with a special focus on policy, innovation, and the future of the industry. Our guest, Beth Dealtry, a…
S4E6 Insights on Factory Digitalisation from I4.0 Bad Boy, Walker Reynolds
In this episode, we dive deep into the automotive industry's digital transformation, focusing on the strategic missteps and successes of major players like Ford and Tesla. Our guest, I4.0 Bad Boy…
S4E5 The Business Case for Virtual Reality: Insights from Immersive Tech Expert Jeremy Dalton
In this episode, we dive deep into the world of immersive technologies with Jeremy Dalton, a leading voice in the field. From the history of VR and AR to the latest research findings, we explore the…
S4E4 The Power of AI in Manufacturing: Tier Ranking Smart Factory Tools
AI should be utilised as a problem-solving tool rather than for the mere sake of technology. This principle was underscored in this podcast episode focusing on the practical application of AI in…
S4E3 How AI is Changing Life As We Know It
In a time when artificial intelligence (AI) technology evolves at breakneck speed, reshaping every facet of human life, understanding its implications isn't just an advantage – it's a necessity. In…
S4E2 Navigating the Digital Transformation of Manufacturing
This episode is dedicated to plant managers who stand at the forefront in navigating their manufacturing plants through the transformative waves of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR). As…
S4E1 Harnessing AI for Quality Control in Manufacturing with Atlantis Foundries' CEO
IN THIS EPISODEWe had the pleasure of speaking with Pieter du Plessis, the CEO of Atlantis Foundries. Pieter shared his journey from aspiring to be the best foundry man to leading a major…
S3E6 The Journey, Growth and Development, and Future Direction of Jendamark
In this bonus episode, TECH | PEOPLE | TALK co-host Yanesh Naidoo plays guest while the director and CEO of Jendamark India, Himanshu Jadhav, hosts this panel discussion. It's a rare opportunity to…
S3E5 The Engineering Mindset: Creative Problem-Solving on Production Lines
In this episode, we delve into the intricacies of problem-solving, creativity in engineering, industrial automation design, and the impact of communication within an engineering team. Our guest,…
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Disrupted Factory has published 41 episodes since November 2021, covering topics in Business, Technology.
Disrupted Factory is currently highly active with new episodes monthly. Average episode length is 1h 7m.
