In der neuesten Folge von "Schatz, wie war Deine Woche?" begrüßt Hans Boot unsere Kollegin Jessika Jung. Gemeinsam blicken sie auf ihre zwei vergangenen zwei Jahre zurück, in denen Jessika von Sourcing Projekten über Einsparprojekte bis hin zur Organisationsentwicklung durchführte; aber auch Themen wie Verdopplung der Teamperformance, Coaching und die von ihr initiierte Austauschrunde für Einkaufsleiterinnen.

Sie beleuchten die Herausforderungen in verschiedenen Branchen und die immer wichtiger werdende Rolle des Change Managements. Egal ob Maschinen- & Anlagenbau, Automobilbranche oder Medizintechnik – die beiden sind sich einig: Veränderung betrifft uns alle! Hört rein und erfahrt, warum Veränderung heute wichtiger denn je ist.

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In this conversation, Robert Kufner, CEO and President of SDP/SI, discusses the evolution of the company in response to the changing demands of the tech industry, particularly in automation and robotics. 
He highlights the importance of customer feedback and investment in advanced manufacturing technologies. 
The discussion also covers the impact of the changing tariff landscape on SDP/SI and its customers, emphasizing the company's strong position as a US manufacturer. 
Finally, Kufner addresses sourcing challenges and the future of materials needed for manufacturing.

Let’s dive into the critical role of precision, quality, and alignment in robotics design and assembly.

S-D-P S-s engineering experts go beyond the standard manufacturing process by reviewing your designs before production, offering cost-effective, space-saving solutions that streamline your entire assembly process.

Discover how we help robotics companies achieve unprecedented accuracy and efficiency.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how S-D-P S-I can elevate your robotics applications. Discover the difference!

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Building a U.S.-based supply chain

Chris Holman welcomes Bob Fish, co-CEO and co-founder of BIGGBY COFFEE, and Michelle Fish, Co-Founder (with Bob) of One BIGG Island in Space, Douglas, MI.

Chris had several questions for this longtime friends; 

How have you balanced rapid growth toward $1 billion in sales with staying true to your founding values?

What challenges and opportunities come with your bold goal of reaching 100% farm-direct coffee sourcing by 2028?

Coffee farmers face pricing pressures, tariffs, and climate issues—how does One BIGG Island in Space address these realities?

How has leading with ethics and transparency shaped BIGGBY’s brand identity and customer loyalty?

Looking ahead, what role do you see farmer health, community development, and sustainability playing in the long-term success of the global coffee industry?

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Michigan Business Beat | Bob & Michelle Fish, Biggby Coffee Sharing One BIGG Island in Space Story!

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Schatz, wie war deine Woche? Der Einkaufspodcast

Join Steve Crowe and Mike Oitzman each week for discussions with leading roboticists, innovative robotics companies, and other key members of the robotics community.

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