

51. From Supply Chain to Shop Owner with Mark Heston from Colinear Machine
Apr 10, 2024
Mark Heston, President of Colinear Machine, shares the remarkable journey of boosting revenue through strategic investments and fostering team cohesion. He discusses the challenges of meeting aerospace industry demands, efficient planning, pricing strategies, and navigating organizational changes. The importance of niche expertise and core competency in the machining business is highlighted.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Collinear Machine Design: Growth and Transition
04:26 • 4min
Meeting the Requirements of Aerospace and Defense Markets
08:53 • 5min
Building Trust and Operational Efficiency in a Machining Business
13:38 • 21min
Navigating Organizational Changes
34:34 • 13min
Detailed Overview of Engineering Group Roles in Project Planning
47:13 • 2min
Importance of Upfront Planning and Quality Processes in Shop Efficiency and Turnaround Times
48:55 • 3min
Emphasizing Niche Expertise and Core Competency in Machining Business
51:44 • 3min