Text us your feedback on the podcast!In this captivating and data-rich discussion with Joseph Baggett, president of Innovative Wood Process Solutions, we dive deep into the shifts happening in the wood industry. Joseph shares intriguing insights about new challenges like labor shortage, skill set depletion, and organizational culture changes. The conversation doesn't stop there - we also discuss solutions such as standardizing and sharing knowledge, embracing automation, and adjusting to new workforce demographics. Listen in for these insights and much more!00:00 Introduction and Industry Overview01:30 Guest Introduction and Background04:15 Consulting Approach and Client Challenges05:46 Industry Statistics and Trends07:14 Company's Purpose and Services08:34 Team Composition and Expertise10:54 Challenges of Change Management12:13 Impact of Covid-19 on the Industry19:00 Industry Demographics and Labor Constraints24:33 Addressing Industry Challenges26:24 The Myth of Lights Out Manufacturing27:01 The Role of Organizational Discipline in Manufacturing28:33 The Importance of Leadership in Manufacturing Processes29:15 The Lack of Documented Processes in Manufacturing30:12 The Challenge of Aging Workforce in Manufacturing30:47 The Misconception of Solving Labor Problems with Machines32:35 The Importance of Training and Development in Manufacturing33:11 The Shift in Labor Needs in Manufacturing33:58 The Need for On-the-Job Training in Manufacturing35:48 The Importance of Creating, Standardizing, and Sharing Knowledge48:29 The Future of the Manufacturing Industry55:40 The Constant Change in the Manufacturing Industry58:40 Contact Information and Final ThoughtsShare The Love: If you like Verify In Field: The Millwork Podcast … Never miss an episode by subscribing via Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, or by RSS!

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