Hardware Is Forever

When waste goes unchecked, value is lost, and opportunities slip away. In this first episode of our new series on Lean Manufacturing, Amtech CEO Jay Patel introduces the principles of Lean and how they drive efficiency, innovation, and customer satisfaction. We discuss the importance of identifying value from the customer’s perspective and share insights on the five core principl

Jesse Beeker, founder of TWIG Power, and Amtech CEO Jay Patel join us to discuss TWIG’s evolution from a garage startup to a leader in light electric powertrains. They share insights into the challenges of hardware development, the value of collaboration, and how the right approach to design can drive success.Jesse shares how TWIG’s modular approach and early collaboration with

When decision-making is limited to a few voices, mistakes multiply and progress stalls. In this final episode of our series on Deming’s 14 Points of Management, we explore his 14th Point and why involving everyone in the organization is key to reducing risks and making bold moves. Amtech CEO Jay Patel explains how engaging every team member leads to smarter decisions, creates inn

When industries evolve, companies that don’t keep learning get left behind. Think of how quickly AI is reshaping countless fields—if your team isn’t continuously learning, you risk being outpaced by competitors adapting faster. In this episode, we explore Deming’s 13th point, focusing on embedding education and self-improvement into the core of your business. Amtech CEO Jay

Focusing solely on output metrics can create an incomplete picture, undermine employee engagement, and stifle innovation. In this episode, we explore Deming’s 12th point and leadership's critical role in helping create true workmanship - that personal pride and unique value your team brings to their work. Amtech CEO Jay Patel shares how removing barriers to pride in workmanship c

In this episode, we're joined by Nick Theoret of Centri Group, a client of Amtech and like-minded leader to Amtech CEO Jay Patel. Developing platform-agnostic hardware comes with unique challenges and opens up incredible business opportunities. Jay and Nick share how they're navigating these complexities as we explore Nick's journey from building a prototype to developing a scalabl

Overlooking quality for quantity risks eroding customer trust and straining resources. In this episode, we explore how prioritizing quality over quantity aligns with Deming’s principles and his Tenth point, focusing on sustainable growth and operational efficiency. With insights from Amtech CEO Jay Patel, we discuss embedding quality into every aspect of your operations, from lea

Without realistic goals, teams can start to experience trust issues and demotivation. One tried and true corporate band-aid is to cover up poor strategy with enthusiasm - "Let's work harder and get there together!" Deming's tenth point addresses this, and in this episode, we discuss with Jay Patel why slogans and cheerleading fail, the importance of grounded goals, and the role of

Organizational silos can stifle growth and create inefficiency, as Deming's Point 9 illustrates with the instruction to "Break down barriers between departments." Amtech CEO Jay Patel helps us explore breaking these barriers and aligning specialized departments via effective communication and collaboration. We discuss the complications and benefits of specialization, leveraging EOS

What are you afraid of? What are you afraid of at your job? And what happens when fear is driven out of the workplace? In this episode, we examine the idea of driving out fear in the workplace, inspired by Deming’s 8th of his 14 management points. We explore how fear impacts productivity and the overall work environment, and we discuss the importance of creating a supportive and