The Augmented Workforce: Enabling Humans with Technology

The Manufacturing Executive · 1 Nov 2022 · 29m · Episode 126

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Trond Undheim, co-author of Augmented Lean and lead ecosystem evangelist at Tulip, argues that manufacturing leaders must shift from 'mindless automation' to an 'augmented workforce' model that prioritizes human innovation over surface-level efficiency. He explains that digital transformation should not simply be pasted onto existing lean processes but must fundamentally reshape organizational structures to simplify interfaces for frontline workers. Undheim cites companies like Stanley Black & Decker and DMG Mori as examples of organizations successfully implementing this human-centric approach to technology.

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Companies: Tulip, Yegii, Stanley Black & Decker, DMG Mori, Gorilla 76
Products: Augmented Lean, Industrial Marketing Live

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The Augmented Workforce: Enabling Humans with Technology

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