# Clarifying AI Terminology and Applications in Manufacturing w/ Alex Sandoval

- Show: [The Manufacturing Executive](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-manufacturing-executive)
- Published: 2024-01-16
- Length: 30m
- Episode: 188
- Page: https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-manufacturing-executive/2024-01-16-clarifying-ai-terminology-and-applications-in-manufacturing-w-alex-sandoval
- Listen: https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-manufacturing-executive#episode-7ee83491-5a60-4658-b7a4-0c88a3ad41fd

## Summary

Alex Sandoval, CEO and co-founder of Allie Systems, explains the distinctions between machine learning, deep learning, and generative AI, and how these technologies apply to manufacturing operations. He details Allie Systems' approach of connecting PLCs and sensors to predict downtime and optimize processes, while also addressing the cultural resistance to AI adoption among traditional manufacturing leaders. Sandoval advises companies to start by forming a transformation squad, securing historical data from machines, and partnering with technology providers rather than building solutions in-house.

## Chapters

- [0:34](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-manufacturing-executive/2024-01-16-clarifying-ai-terminology-and-applications-in-manufacturing-w-alex-sandoval#t=34) Introduction and Guest Background
- [3:17](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-manufacturing-executive/2024-01-16-clarifying-ai-terminology-and-applications-in-manufacturing-w-alex-sandoval#t=197) Allie Systems Platform and AI Definitions
- [10:24](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-manufacturing-executive/2024-01-16-clarifying-ai-terminology-and-applications-in-manufacturing-w-alex-sandoval#t=624) Machine Learning Applications in Manufacturing
- [14:37](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-manufacturing-executive/2024-01-16-clarifying-ai-terminology-and-applications-in-manufacturing-w-alex-sandoval#t=877) Generative AI and Future Predictions
- [19:21](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-manufacturing-executive/2024-01-16-clarifying-ai-terminology-and-applications-in-manufacturing-w-alex-sandoval#t=1161) Overcoming Cultural Resistance and Job Displacement
- [24:19](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-manufacturing-executive/2024-01-16-clarifying-ai-terminology-and-applications-in-manufacturing-w-alex-sandoval#t=1459) Actionable Steps for AI Adoption

## Topics

- [AI & machine learning](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/ai-and-machine-learning)
- [Leadership, teams & culture](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/leadership-and-culture)
- [Sourcing & supply chain](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/sourcing-and-supply-chain)

## Most relevant to

companies scaling up

## Mentioned

- Allie Systems (company)
- Gorilla 76 (company)
- Grab (company)
- Oracle (company)
- Rappy (company)
- ChatGPT (product)
- Siemens (company)
- Tesla (company)
- Facebook (company)
- OpenAI (company)

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