Reimagining industry:
A conversation with Connecticut’s manufacturing visionary

Podcast - Manufacturing
14th June 2023

Have you ever wondered what the manufacturing ecosystem of an entire state looks like? And how states ensure they have the resources available to support the growth of manufacturing?

Well GDS Group had the pleasure of speaking with Paul Lavoie, Chief Manufacturing Officer for the State of Connecticut. Connecticut is the only state to have a CMO in the Executive Branch of Government. Listen now to hear what Paul and CT’s goals for manufacturing, automation and people are. Let us know what you think, email us at podcast@gdsgroup.com.

Discussion points

  • Why is industrial automation critical to the success of manufacturing?
  • What are the barriers we’re facing in accelerating the adoption of digital transformation methods? And how can we overcome these?
  • How can government play a role in providing the manufacturing industry with the tools needed remain sustainable?

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