Ep. 21: The Business Behind Automation, with Jeremy Anderson of Process and Data Automation

Jeremy Anderson, president of Process and Data Automation, joins Gary Cohen live from the CSIA Conference to discuss his journey from field service technician to company president and what that experience taught him about leadership, automation and manufacturing. In this episode, Jeremy explores the practical realities of adopting AI, managing risk, closing the skills gap and building stronger customer relationships. He also explains why technology alone cannot solve flawed processes and why looking beyond a project’s immediate scope can separate good companies from great ones. CHAPTERS 00:08 Welcome to the CSIA Conference Podcast 02:02 Journey from Technician to President 03:53 Navigating Change in System Integration 05:55 The Impact of Technology on Customer Expectations 08:39 Understanding Automation Projects 10:44 Skills Needed for the Next Generation 13:47 Advice for Manufacturing Leaders 15:50 The Importance of the CSIA Conference