# The Truth about Machine Learning with Oden Technologies CEO Willem Sundblad

- Show: [Manufacturing Happy Hour](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/manufacturing-happy-hour)
- Published: 2021-10-26
- Length: 44m
- Page: https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/manufacturing-happy-hour/2021-10-26-the-truth-about-machine-learning-with-oden-technologies-ceo-willem-sundblad
- Listen: http://manufacturinghappyhour.com

## Summary

Willem Sundblad, CEO and co-founder of Oden Technologies, discusses the practical application of machine learning in manufacturing, emphasizing that success depends on workforce culture and trust rather than just technology. He explains how Oden uses 'guided analytics' and 'intelligent alerts' to help process engineers discover and solve problems faster, thereby shortening the 'time to action.' Sundblad highlights that while data silos and connectivity remain challenges, the primary barrier to scaling AI solutions is often the lack of skilled labor and a culture of curiosity, urging manufacturers to double down on fundamentals and employee engagement to mitigate supply chain and workforce disruptions.

## Chapters

- [0:00](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/manufacturing-happy-hour/2021-10-26-the-truth-about-machine-learning-with-oden-technologies-ceo-willem-sundblad#t=0) Introduction and Willem Sundblad's Background
- [4:48](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/manufacturing-happy-hour/2021-10-26-the-truth-about-machine-learning-with-oden-technologies-ceo-willem-sundblad#t=288) Sweden's Manufacturing Landscape and Oden's Origins
- [17:53](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/manufacturing-happy-hour/2021-10-26-the-truth-about-machine-learning-with-oden-technologies-ceo-willem-sundblad#t=1073) Defining Machine Learning for Manufacturing
- [23:26](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/manufacturing-happy-hour/2021-10-26-the-truth-about-machine-learning-with-oden-technologies-ceo-willem-sundblad#t=1406) Guided Analytics and Intelligent Alerts
- [27:57](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/manufacturing-happy-hour/2021-10-26-the-truth-about-machine-learning-with-oden-technologies-ceo-willem-sundblad#t=1677) Readiness, Data Silos, and Cultural Adoption
- [33:37](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/manufacturing-happy-hour/2021-10-26-the-truth-about-machine-learning-with-oden-technologies-ceo-willem-sundblad#t=2017) Shortening Time to Action and Solving Industry Challenges

## Topics

- [AI & machine learning](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/ai-and-machine-learning)
- [Hiring & workforce](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/hiring-and-workforce)
- [Scaling production](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/scaling-production)
- [Starting a product company](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/starting-a-company)

## Most relevant to

companies scaling up

## Mentioned

- Oden Technologies (company)
- Vodafone (company)
- Concept Systems (company)
- H2 Green Steel (company)
- Northvolt (company)
- Holmen (company)
- SEA (company)
- Stora Enso (company)
- ABB (company)
- Volvo (company)
- Saab (company)
- Electrolux (company)
- Husqvarna (company)
- Tesla (company)
- BorgWarner (company)
- SCA (company)
- Akavit (product)
- Malort (product)

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