EHS on Tap E280: Bridging the Technology Gap in Manufacturing
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Jan 27, 2026 Aaron Cohen, VP of Brand and Communications at Weavix, helps modernize frontline communication in manufacturing. He discusses a new survey revealing workers are surprisingly open to AI and data capture. He explains hidden costs from outdated tools, smartphone risks on the floor, and practical rollout advice for adopting secure, work‑sanctioned communication devices.
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Modernize Frontline Communication
- Modernizing frontline communication connects conversations, location data, and workflows into one real-time platform.
- Aaron Cohen says this visibility empowers leaders and gives workers a tool they'd be proud to use in 2025.
Measure Communication With Surveys
- Start measuring communications pain with survey data to track trends and guide decisions.
- Aaron Cohen recommends sampling frontline workers and running the survey annually to see progress over time.
Mixed Signal: Pain And Readiness
- Poor communication still harms performance and wastes time, but engagement and optimism about safety are rising.
- The survey shows mixed results: notable pain points alongside high AI familiarity and willingness to share workplace data.