<p>In this episode of U.S. Manufacturing Today, hosted by Matt Horine, the focus is on the critical role data plays in the reindustrialization of American industry. Matt is joined by Errol Rodericks, Product Marketing Director at Denodo, a leader in data virtualization and logical data management. The discussion covers the rise of microfactories, driven by demand volatility, product variation, sustainability, reshoring, and AI. They explore how modern data infrastructure is essential for operational agility and real-time responsiveness in manufacturing. Key topics include the significance of transient data, challenges with legacy data systems, and the benefits of a logical data management framework. Errol also shares insights on preparing for AI automation and digital twins, emphasizing the need for real-time, trusted data to remain competitive in the evolving manufacturing landscape.</p><p><br></p><p>Timestamps</p><p>00:00 Introduction to US Manufacturing Today</p><p>00:16 The Importance of Data in Modern Manufacturing</p><p>00:36 Guest Introduction: Errol Rodericks</p><p>01:37 Understanding Microfactories</p><p>02:50 The Five Forces Driving Microfactory Adoption</p><p>04:48 Data Challenges in Modern Manufacturing</p><p>06:53 The Role of AI in Microfactories</p><p>16:57 Logical Data Management Explained</p><p>25:50 Real-World Applications of Transient Data</p><p>32:22 Preparing for the Future of Smart Manufacturing</p><p>38:07 Conclusion and Key Takeaways</p><p><br></p><p>Links</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/errolrodericks/?originalSubdomain=uk" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Errol on LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.denodo.com/en?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22494316034&gbraid=0AAAAAD9OrCNpfaYFC1k64q2Ni0L19WQCS" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Denodo</a></p><p><a href="https://sustainment.com/">⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠</a><a href="https://www.veryableops.com/navigating-trump-2-0">⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Navigating Trump 2.0 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠</a></p><p><a href="https://www.veryableops.com">⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Revitalizing US Manufacturing⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠</a></p><p><a href="https://company.veryableops.com/create-profile">⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign Up on the Veryable Platform ⁠⁠</a></p>