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Dec 2024
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Looking Back, Moving Forward: Our Top Ma...

MakingChips LLC
About this episode

In this special episode of MakingChips, we reflect on our favorite moments of 2024—the ones that made us laugh, the ones that brought a tear to our eyes, and the ones that remind us why we’re so proud to be part of the manufacturing community.

We dive into the topics that matter most:

  • How to transfer tribal knowledge to the next generation. 
  • Why implementing AI isn’t just an option anymore—it’s a competitive edge for the future.
  • How building a culture of care and support can transform your team and your business.
  • The incredible ripple effect of manufacturing: creating stability for our country, our communities, and our families.
  • The importance of managing vendor relationships for long-term success.
  • What it means to lead with integrity, trust, and purpose in a fast-changing world.

You’ll also get an inside look at each show in the MakingChips family, hear some exciting announcements, and discover what’s next for MakingChips.

Let’s celebrate the wins, embrace the challenges, and look ahead to an even brighter future. Because—at the end of the day—if you’re not MakingChips, you’re not making money.

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  • [0:28] Check out Paperless Parts for your estimating and quoting needs
  • [2:12] MakingChips is celebrating 10 years of podcasting!
  • [4:42] Launching with a moment of laughter
  • [9:48] A snapshot of Buy The Numbers
  • [10:27] How can we automate tribal knowledge?
  • [13:45] How Bill Berrian leverages Paperless Parts
  • [21:16] The industry is investing in AI for manufacturing 
  • [24:44] Learn more about Machine Shop Mastery 
  • [26:02] Companies must pour into their employees
  • [29:55] Achieve on-time delivery with ProShop ERP
  • [32:22] If you want to change the world, start with your own heart 
  • [35:11] Learn more about the Lights Out podcast
  • [36:24] Business moves at the speed of trust
  • [41:40] A sneak peak at an upcoming episode
  • [44:38] How manufacturing creates stability
  • [46:46] The importance of managing your vendor relationships 
  • [53:50] Rolling out the red carpet for Hire MFG Leaders
  • [55:26] What’s next for MakingChips?
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