In today’s fast-paced manufacturing world, the mindset of “that’s how we’ve always done it” can stall growth and innovation. This session offers a practical roadmap to automation, designed for owner-operators who value tradition and are cautious about change. Through real-world examples and actionable strategies, it shows how small, incremental steps toward positive change and automation can lead to big results. Attendees will learn to identify ideal processes to automate, gain quick wins, and scale for lasting impact. The session also tackles common automation myths, offering tools to overcome resistance and align new tech with existing values. Participants will leave confident and ready to future-proof their operations.

Learning Objectives:

• Discover small, incremental changes that can lead to major efficiency gains.
• Learn how being open to new processes, and effectively vetting them, allows you to work smarter, not harder.
• Gain real world insight from manufacturers who have successfully adopted automation and seen ROI.
• Understand how implementing automation now will help ensure your business stays relevant and competitive in an evolving industry.

Presenter:

Greg Andrews

Vice President of Business Development, Abis, Inc.

Greg is the Vice President at ABIS Inc., with over a decade of experience in metal manufacturing and roll forming operations. He leads client onboarding, shapes sales strategies, and delivers meaningful automation through ABIS’s Adjutant platform. Passionate about improving efficiency and fostering innovation, Greg actively serves on industry boards, promoting growth, best practices, and mission-driven values to help businesses achieve long-term success.