The Human Element in Digital Transformation: Why People Drive Success More Than Technology and How Leaders Can Respond

Written by Sara Kraemer, PhD   Why the Human Element is Essential in Digital Transformation Most organizations approach digital transformation from technology and business-centric lenses. However, human and organizational elements also play a critical role …

Custom Courses Deliver Targeted “Upskilling”

In today’s rapidly evolving technical landscape, keeping an engineering workforce at the cutting edge requires continuous learning and customized skill development. Interdisciplinary Professional Programs can collaborate with a company to design a custom course that directly addresses their unique development needs.

Deciphering the Data: Key Points about Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence New

Across all industries, the buzz about Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML) and ChatGPT is hard to ignore. In 2024, we urge you to understand these tools and recognize how they will shape the future …

Ten Things You Should Know About Quick Response Manufacturing

Quick Response Manufacturing (QRM) was invented by Rajan Suri in the 1990s. The primary goal is relentless reduction of lead time (internal process flow times). Thus, application of these concepts enables a company to compete on speed, flexibility, and agility.

MEPE Minute: How Processing Additives Can Help Enable the Circular Economy

We all know that polyolefins are incredibly versatile materials that have application in many kinds of packaging and other products. However, they are hydrophobic and it can be difficult to compatibilize their surfaces with other …

Ernest Nicolas on Supply Chain Resilience, Lifelong Learning, and DEI

In this interview, Rebecca Jamieson talks with Ernest Nicholas, the senior vice president and chief supply chain officer for Rockwell Automation. Ernest speaks about how his many connections across UW-Madison contributed to his professional success, …