Send me a messageIn this episode of the Sustainable Supply Chain podcast, I’m joined by Aaron Lober, Vice President of Marketing at CADDi, to explore how data-driven manufacturing is reshaping the industry. Manufacturing, as we know, is the backbone of our global economy, but it’s grappling with challenges like rising costs, a retiring workforce, and the urgent need for sustainability. Aaron shares compelling insights into how leveraging historical data can help address these issues while improving efficiency and profitability.We dive into CADDi’s innovative approach to manufacturing intelligence, which equips organisations with the tools to make smarter, faster decisions. By centralising decades of historical parts and production data, manufacturers can reduce procurement costs, optimise supply chains, and tackle the perennial question: Have we built this before?Aaron also touches on the value of institutional knowledge as manufacturers face a wave of retirements in the coming years. We discuss practical strategies for preserving that knowledge through data systems, ensuring a seamless transfer to the next generation of workers.Sustainability is, of course, a focal point. We talk about how manufacturers can integrate sustainable practices without sacrificing efficiency or profitability, from reshoring suppliers to using AI for carbon footprint analysis.And looking ahead, Aaron predicts the transformative role of emerging technologies like AI in improving labour productivity, streamlining processes, and supporting better decision-making across the supply chain.If you’re a manufacturer or supply chain professional, this episode is packed with actionable insights you won’t want to miss.To download CADDi’s report mentioned in the episode, visit us.caddi.com.Let me know what you think of the episode – what chalElevate your brand with the ‘Sustainable Supply Chain’ podcast, the voice of supply chain sustainability.Last year, this podcast's episodes were downloaded over 113,000 times by senior supply chain executives around the world.Become a sponsor. Lead the conversation.Contact me for sponsorship opportunities and turn downloads into dialogues.Act today. Influence the future.Support the showPodcast supportersI'd like to sincerely thank this podcast's generous supporters: Alicia Farag Kieran Ognev And remember you too can Support the Podcast - it is really easy and hugely important as it will enable me to continue to create more excellent episodes like this one.Podcast Sponsorship Opportunities:If you/your organisation is interested in sponsoring this podcast - I have several options available. Let's talk!FinallyIf you have any comments/suggestions or questions for the podcast - feel free to just send me a direct message on LinkedIn, or send me a text message using this link.If you liked this show, please don't forget to rate and/or review it. It makes a big difference to help new people discover it. Thanks for listening.