Dive deep into the world of cutting-edge antenna technology with Bülent Solan, co-founder of Quarterwave. Discover how innovative engineering is transforming antenna design from bulky components to intelligent, compact solutions that connect our modern world.

In this fascinating CTRL+LISTEN episode, explore the evolution of antennas, breakthrough design techniques, and the future of connectivity. Learn how Quarterwave is pushing the boundaries of what's possible in antenna technology.

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Join us as Sasan Hashemi, Co-Founder and CEO of Tset, reveals how manufacturers are revolutionizing product cost management through AI-driven carbon reduction strategies. Discover how companies across aerospace, automotive, and manufacturing sectors are achieving 17% cost savings while simultaneously reducing their carbon footprint through advanced data modeling and automation.Learn about the evolution from Excel-based cost tracking to sophisticated AI platforms that model entire supply chains, predict manufacturing costs, and calculate carbon emissions with unprecedented accuracy. Sasan shares real case studies including multi-million dollar savings and insights into how global events are shaping the future of sustainable manufacturing.Resources from this episode:

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Join host James Sweetlove as he sits down with Loreta Tarozaite, Founder & CEO of Loreta Today and Head of Global Corporate Communications and Marketing at Phison Electronics. In this powerful episode, Loreta shares her extraordinary journey through the tech industry, revealing the strategies, challenges, and insights that have shaped her remarkable career.Discover the unique perspective of a global marketing leader who has successfully navigated the complex landscape of technology and corporate communications. Loreta Tarozaite breaks down the essential skills, mindset, and strategic thinking required to excel in today's competitive business environment. From her entrepreneurial ventures to her pivotal role at Phison Electronics, this conversation offers an unfiltered look at what it takes to build a truly impactful marketing career in the fast-evolving tech industry. Episode Links:

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Discover how AI-powered smart glasses are impacting accessibility and independence for people with visual impairments, the elderly, and those with cognitive disabilities. In this episode, Karthik Kannan, Founder and CTO of Envision, returns to the show to share the incredible journey of developing Ally—an AI assistant that works hands-free through affordable smart glasses at just $399. Learn about the evolution of wearable technology, conversational AI, and how this breakthrough is making advanced technology accessible to everyone who needs it most.From reading menus at restaurants to navigating train stations independently, these AI glasses are transforming daily life for millions. Karthik discusses partnerships, the future of conversational AI, and why smart glasses are the perfect form factor for AI applications. Resources from this Episode:Learn More about EnvisionLearn More about AllyConnect with Karthik

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Discover why most AI implementations fail from a user experience perspective in this revealing conversation with UX design expert Makoto Kern, founder of IIIMPACT. Learn how companies are repeating the same mistakes from the dot-com era by prioritizing flashy AI features over actual user needs, and why user-centered design remains your competitive moat in an AI-driven world.Makoto shares insider stories from major enterprise clients, revealing how proper UX strategy can turn around failing products. From oil and gas software to robotics interfaces, discover the critical alignment process that prevents costly product failures and accelerates time-to-market with less risk.Resources from this episode:

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Discover how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing supply chain management in electronics manufacturing. Everett Frank, CEO of DigiSource, shares practical strategies for implementing AI tools like ChatGPT and custom GPTs to automate critical processes from BOM scrubs to real-time lead time monitoring. Learn how to integrate Octopart APIs, create intelligent AI actions, and stay ahead in an industry where AI adoption separates leaders from followers.This conversation explores the shift from traditional supply chain management to AI-driven automation, covering everything from cross-reference generation to predictive supply chain resilience. Whether you're an electronics professional, supply chain manager, or industry leader, discover actionable insights for leveraging AI to transform your operations and competitive advantage.Resources from this episode: Connect with EverettX-refs WebsiteDigiSource Website

Discover how modern hardware teams are abandoning Excel spreadsheets for cloud-native PLM solutions that streamline product development from design to manufacturing. Michael Corr, Founder and CEO of Duro Labs, shares insights from his 20-year engineering career and explains how AI-powered product lifecycle management is transforming the hardware industry.Learn why traditional PLM systems have been considered a "four-letter word" among engineers and how new-generation solutions are changing that perception. This episode covers supply chain integration, the cultural shift happening in hardware development, and practical strategies for implementing PLM workflows that actually work for fast-moving teams.

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Join us for an in-depth conversation with Keith Hartley, CEO and Board Member of LevaData, as he reveals how AI is revolutionizing direct material sourcing and supply chain management. Discover how LevaData's innovative platform helps companies break free from the "decision abyss" - the gap between fragmented data systems and smart procurement decisions.Keith shares fascinating insights on autonomous supply chains, the shift from spreadsheet-driven processes to AI-powered sourcing, and how companies can achieve 6-10% annual savings while de-risking their supply chains. Learn about the critical role of direct material sourcing in everything from smartphones to automobiles, and why the COVID pandemic became the greatest accelerator for supply chain innovation.Resources from this Episode:

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