Listen "Manufacturing Strategy in the Age of AI and Change with Halil Bedevi, CEO @ Manufacturing IQ"
Episode Synopsis
🎙 From Transformation to Innovation: Leading UK Manufacturing through Change and AI 🚀In this episode of Strategy Unscripted, we sit down with Halil Bedevi, the founder and CEO of Manufacturing IQ, to discuss how AI, robotics, and automation are reshaping the manufacturing landscape. With over 30 years of experience, Halil shares his insights on the challenges and opportunities facing UK manufacturing and offers strategies for staying competitive in an evolving global market.Key Topics:🤖 The role of AI and automation in modern manufacturing 🌍 Strategies for navigating geopolitical and economic challenges 🔄 The importance of dynamic and realistic strategy in the face of change♻️ The future of UK manufacturing and the race to Net Zero📈Halil’s journey and lessons learned from his career in manufacturing and financial services🎧 Tune in for a deep dive into how manufacturing leaders can adapt to the future of technology and sustainability.In this episode we cover;0:15 Introducing Halil Bedevi0:48 Halil's Leadership Journey1:44 Current Manufacturing Blame Culture3:06 Halil’s Previous Roles5:30 Strategy in Halil’s Work9:07 "Beyond Strategy" at Santander12:28 CEO Roadblocks: Halil’s Perspective14:58 Supporting Organisations' Goals17:42 AI in Manufacturing: Challenge or Opportunity19:48 Staying Ahead: Books, Podcasts, Insights21:19 Future of UK Manufacturing23:21 Final Thoughts
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