Can small shops begin to automate their processes? Where do they start with automation? In this episode of MakingChips, the CNC Samurai, Steve Courchane, returns to share his passion for automation. He lays out his 3M process and how it changes the way you view automation. Because if you’re not modeling, making, or measuring—you’re not MakingChips. And if you’re not MakingChips, you’re not making money. BAM!

– Jason Zenger

Segments

[0:20] Join the AMT community!
[4:06] Update on my progress!
[5:40] Welcoming Steve Courchane back
[7:35] Machine Shop Masterclass
[14:53] Manufacturing Leadership Spotlight
[19:52] Who is the CNC Samurai?
[23:30] Why branding was important to Steve
[26:13] It’s time to graduate to NetSuite by Oracle
[27:33] How Steve’s mindset has changed about automation
[34:27] When Steve learned to love automation
[36:37] Steve’s 3M process: model, make, and measure

Resources mentioned on this episode

Join the AMT community!
What the Heck is a Samurai CNC Machinist?
Winning the War for Talent by Chris Czarnik
Steve Courchane on Instagram
Chris Luecke on LinkedIn
The Cultish Show
NetSuite by Oracle

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