On this episode of Industrial Talk, we're onsite at Accruent Insights and chatting with Frederic Baudart, Sr. Product Marketing Manager with Accruent about solutions to inspire the next generation of industrial leaders.  Here are the key takeaways:







Industrial innovation and security solutions. 0:00

Scott MacKenzie welcomes listeners to the industrial talk podcast and thanks them for their support.
Scott discusses the importance of the Palo Alto Networks solution for zero trust security and highlights its features, including over 1100 app IDs, 500 profiles for critical assets, and 650 threat signatures.


Business and technology trends with industry leaders. 2:25

Frederic highlights the importance of understanding diverse generations in business and industry, as it impacts the way companies approach innovation and customer feedback.
Scott MacKenzie agrees, noting that customers are looking for partners who are nimble and adaptable to the rapidly changing technology landscape.
Frederic reflects on the benefits of disconnecting from technology, noting that it allows for deeper connections and human interactions.
Frederic generation has a different relationship with technology, finding it easier to disconnect than younger generations who rely on devices for communication and connection.


Balancing technology adoption with workforce experience. 7:47

Frederic highlights discrepancy between personal and professional technology use, with 60% of workers still relying on pen and paper despite advancements in digitalization and connectivity.
Frederic highlights the challenge of reconciling the needs of older workers who prefer hands-on learning with the younger generation's preference for technology-based solutions.
The speaker notes that forcing technology upon those who don't want to learn is not a viable solution, and organizations must find a middle ground that accommodates both approaches.
Organization must digitalize knowledge to preserve it for younger technicians.


Attracting and retaining talent in the workplace. 14:04

Scott MacKenzie and Frederic agree that younger generations bring fresh perspectives and creative problem-solving skills to the workplace.
They also acknowledge the importance of creating an environment that attracts and leverages the talents of younger individuals, and recognizing the value of vulnerability and openness to new ideas.
Scott MacKenzie seeks trustworthy partnerships for long-term success.
Partnership is key to success in digital transformation, as it allows for personalized solutions tailored to each customer's needs.


Inspiring next gen leaders in industry. 21:05

Scott MacKenzie emphasizes the importance of connecting with the next generation of leaders in industry.









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