Hardware Is Forever

This episode explores the importance of on-the-job training, which is point six of Dr. W. Edwards Deming’s Fourteen Points of Management. Jay Patel, CEO of Amtech, shares insights on how consistent and effective training is crucial for long-term success. We discuss the need for proactive planning and customer visibility to ensure that staff are well-prepared and training resources are utilized efficiently. We explore the distinction between education and training, highlighting that education explains the ‘why,’ while training demonstrates the ‘how.’ This episode covers practical strategies for developing robust training programs, balancing overhead costs with operational efficiency, and continuously improving processes to codify lessons learned. Join us to understand how on-the-job training can enhance productivity, ensure quality, and nurture a culture of continuous improvement. Featuring Jay Patel

In this episode of "Hardware is Forever," we explore the fifth of Dr. W. Edwards Deming's Fourteen Points of Management: Constantly improving the system of production and service. Jay Patel, CEO of Amtech, joins us to discuss the imperative of systematic improvement for achieving high-quality and profitable outcomes. Jay emphasizes that while cost-cutting might offer short-term gains, the continuous refinement of production processes, driven by data rather than intuition, is key to long-term success. We discuss tackling extreme variations first to bring processes under control and then using statistical methods to guide improvements, and Jay talks about the importance of teamwork, effective leadership, and a proactive mindset in creating a culture of relentless improvement. Join us as we explore practical strategies and the critical role of the Deming Cycle in building a robust, innovative production system. Featuring Jay Patel.

We're diving deeper into Dr. W. Edwards Deming's 14 Principles of Management, focusing on his third point, "Cease dependence on inspection to achieve quality." In this episode, Jay Patel, CEO of Amtech, explores the critical shift towards building quality into the product from the outset, rather than relying on inspections at the end of the process. Jay discusses the implications of this principle for operational excellence and customer satisfaction, and how waiting until inspection means waiting for failure. He shares insights on integrating quality into every step of the production process, how this shift affects leadership (as ever, Deming's points start with leadership!), and the potential challenges businesses face when changing their quality assurance strategies. Join us for a conversation that sheds light on a more effective and proactive approach to quality and quality management. Featuring Jay Patel.

In today's episode, we explore the strategic advantages of Tier 1 partnerships for growth and innovation in small- and medium-sized businesses. Jay Patel, CEO of Amtech, shares how leveraging Tier 1 supplier relationships, a tactic successfully utilized by automotive giants in Detroit, can accelerate product development and streamline operations for smaller companies. We talk about how Amtech's experience as a Tier 1 partner is empowering businesses to focus on their core strengths, like innovation and market expansion while relying on specialized suppliers like Amtech for critical components and systems. This episode is a must-listen if you're exploring ways to increase productivity and focus, drive innovation, and achieve competitive advantage through strategic partnerships. Featuring Jay Patel

In today's episode, Amtech CEO Jay Patel explores why a measured, sometimes slower approach to decisions, business leadership, and even life, often leads to more successful results...faster. We discuss the benefits of taking the time to gradually build one program on top of another, the risks of rushing too quickly, and how to find the right balance in the process. Especially where hardware and electrocircuitry are concerned, these perspectives help us help our customers more sustainably - see if they'll help you too. Join us and gain insight into how to increase the chances of success for your upcoming projects. Featuring Jay Patel