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Talking Industrial Automation

Lisa Richter
Industrial Automation
Engineering Talent Acquisition
Cybersecurity
Mentoring In Engineering
Digital Transformation
Onlogic
Labor Shortages
CSIA
Automation Technologies
Water and Wastewater Industries
Continuous Learning
Recruitment Strategies
Skills Gap
Manufacturing
Pricing Strategies
Automation
Food Manufacturing
Data Management
Masked Owl Technologies
Marketing Strategies For Startups

The Talking Industrial Automation Podcast is a show to help you get to know the people who make modern manufacturing and processing possible. Along the way you'll hear about integration technology, trends and challenges. If you are a manufacturer, end user/client, supplier or system integrator interested in industrial automation, you will enjoy the insights in this podcast.

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In this episode of Talking Industrial Automation, host Lisa Richter speaks with Clint Bundy, Managing Director at Bundy Group, a boutique investment bank that has spent more than three decades advising companies in automation, control systems integra... more

In this episode of Talking Industrial Automation, host Lisa Richter sits down with Guru Thakkar, Director of Engineering at Inflexion Point in Neptune, New Jersey.

With more than 20 years of experience across pharmaceutical, life sciences, food & b... more

As we kick off the new year, Talking Industrial Automation revisits a listener-favorite conversation with Matt Wise, CEO of E-Tech Group—one of Control Engineering and Plant Engineering's 2025 System Integrator of the Year award winners.

Matt share... more

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Recent Guests

Clint Bundy
Managing Director at Bundy Group, a boutique investment bank focused on automation, control systems integration, IoT, and cybersecurity
Bundy Group
Episode: M&A in Automation: Clint Bundy on Valuations, Talent, and the Future of System Integrators
Guru Thakkar
Director of Engineering at Inflection Point
Inflection Point
Episode: Engineering the Brain of the Process: Guru Thakkar on Scalable Automation, Front-End Discipline & Intelligent Systems
Matt Wise
CEO at E-Tech Group
E-Tech Group
Episode: The Brains of the Factory—Scaling Automation Leadership with Matt Wise
Brandon Umscheid
Director of industrial automation for Baker Group
Baker Group
Episode: From Boots to Bots: Brandon Umscheid's Automation Journey at Baker Group
Adrienne Meyer
CEO of CSIA, focused on industrial automation and association management
CSIA
Episode: Listening, Leading, and Evolving: How Adrienne Meyer is Shaping the Next Chapter of CSIA
Marcos Carlotto
Director of Software Defined Automation at Schneider Electric
Schneider Electric
Episode: Breaking the Mold: How Marcos Carlotto of Schneider Electric Is Reimagining Industrial Automation | Talking Industrial Automation
Bud Weightman
President of Qualified Specialists International (QSI), expert in quality management and auditing
Qualified Specialists International
Episode: Standards, Audits, and Intuition: Bud Weightman's 35-Year Journey in Quality Management | Talking Industrial Automation
Paul Adams
Senior Director of Partner Ecosystems Americas at GE Vernova
GE Vernova
Episode: Navigating the Future of Industrial Automation with GE Vernova's Paul Adams | Talking Industrial Automation with Lisa Richter
Joe Mazzola
General Manager for McHenry Automation
McHenry Automation
Episode: Scaling with Purpose: Joe Mazzola on Growing McEnery Automation and Leading with Vision | Episode 109 of Talking Industrial Automation with Lisa Richter

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Lisa Richter
Host of Talking Industrial Automation

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 48 ratings
  • Great Show!

    Wonderful podcast. I loved hearing about Steve March and Schneider Electric. It was a very interesting conversation.

    If you have the chance, I recently dove into the podcast space. Would love to her what you think. Check out “The Right Direction Podcast” from Compass Precision.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dmholcomb
    United States4 years ago
  • A fantastic resource!

    If you’re looking to stay up to date on the latest innovations in modern manufacturing and processing, you’ve come to the right place! Lisa is a fantastic host who leads fun and engaging interviews with her guests. Highly recommend tuning in!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    oliviabaker13
    United States4 years ago
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    Apple Podcasts
    5
    je bent GWN een toevenaar
    Belgium6 years ago
  • Perfect

    Industry-specific and very relevant, love it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jws311
    United States8 years ago
  • Worthwhile for anyone involved in Industrial Automation

    I’ve enjoyed listening to these podcasts and gaining insights from leaders in CSIA and experts in the industrial automation industry. A great way to spend you time while driving to a clients site.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JCmpbll
    United States8 years ago

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Great for anyone involved in industrial automation looking for actionable takeaways.
Audience feels like a trusted resource for automation trends.
Very industry-specific and engaging host.
Shows depth with practical guest insights and real-world examples.

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Talking Points

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Engineering the Brain of the Process: Guru Thakkar on Scalable Automation, Front-End Discipline & Intelligent Systems
Q: What is one misconception people have about system integrators?
Many think system integrators simply code, oversimplifying the responsibilities that involve understanding customer operations and managing risk.
Engineering the Brain of the Process: Guru Thakkar on Scalable Automation, Front-End Discipline & Intelligent Systems
Q: What are some challenges faced by your customers?
Customers often start projects with buzzwords but need tailored solutions rather than generic ones; understanding their end goals is crucial to success.
Engineering the Brain of the Process: Guru Thakkar on Scalable Automation, Front-End Discipline & Intelligent Systems
Q: How did you find yourself in this industry?
Guru describes his journey starting from his bachelor's in mechatronics, which introduced him to automation, leading him to work for an integrator, ultimately joining Inflection Point.
The Brains of the Factory—Scaling Automation Leadership with Matt Wise
Q: Why should I choose a CSIA certified company to work with?
The CSIA certification ensures that a company has robust business processes that can significantly reduce risks for clients.
The Brains of the Factory—Scaling Automation Leadership with Matt Wise
Q: What makes you optimistic about the trends and challenges in the industry right now?
The shortage of labor pushes us towards automation, presenting opportunities for growth.

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What is Talking Industrial Automation about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Industrial automation-focused conversations with senior engineers, executives, and CSIA leaders. Episodes center on turnkey automation, software-defined approaches, workforce challenges, pricing strategy, cybersecurity, and the evolving role of system integrators. The show spotlights real-world projects across manufacturing, data centers, food and beverage, and life sciences, often highlighting partnerships, industry standards, and the human aspects of growing automation businesses. A notable strength is its depth on practical implementation and vendor-agnostic insights from seasoned, practitioner-friendly guests, making it useful for engineers, operations leaders, and channel partners evaluating automation solutions or seeking collaboratio... more

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Recent guests on Talking Industrial Automation include:

1. Clint Bundy
2. Guru Thakkar
3. Matt Wise
4. Brandon Umscheid
5. Adrienne Meyer
6. Marcos Carlotto
7. Bud Weightman
8. Paul Adams

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