Industry 4.0 Forum and ERP Shootout
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Tuesday, August 13 - Wednesday, August 14, 2024 | Cleveland, OH
MetalForming magazine and the Precision Metalforming Association are excited to host an informative forum on Industry 4.0 applications for metal formers and fabricators, and a tour of some of the industry’s leading ERP software systems.
Day one features presentations on Industry 4.0 applications and a networking reception with attendees, speakers and sponsors. Day two features shootout sessions that provide attendees with an in-depth software demonstration from four leading suppliers, and users will participate in lively group discussions designed to address any questions regarding software features and functionality.
Topics to be covered:
- AI That Makes Sense for Metal Formers
- The Shopfloor Data You Need to Measure
- ERP: Managing Change
- Tips for ERP Vendor Selection
- Planning the Next ERP Implementation Project
Who Should Attend?
The event is designed for executives, engineers and IT professionals working in small to midsized manufacturing companies.
What Have Past Attendees Have to Say
“I would definitely recommend this event to others, especially if you are looking to buy an ERP system within the next 6 months.”
“It was great having all of the sponsors involved in manufacturing software in one place. You are able to go around and ask questions to all of the companies and determine which software is right for your company.”
The event will take place at PMA's HQ in Independence, OH.
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Mo Abuali
Director, Digital Strategy, Wipfli LLP
Dr. Mo Abuali is a senior director at Wipfli with over 23 years of experience in...
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Mo Abuali
Director, Digital Strategy, Wipfli LLP
Dr. Mo Abuali is a senior director at Wipfli with over 23 years of experience in providing consulting services to manufacturing companies. Mo is a transformative technology and business management leader in driving and sustaining change in Manufacturing. Mo serves industrial and manufacturing clients providing Industry 4.0, Industrial IoT (IIoT) and digital transformation technology solutions, services and training. Mo has worked with companies like IBM, P&G and Toyota.
Eric Kimberling
CEO and Founder, Third Stage Consulting Group
Eric Kimberling is a world-renowned, respected, independent ERP and HCM systems ...
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Eric Kimberling
CEO and Founder, Third Stage Consulting Group
Eric Kimberling is a world-renowned, respected, independent ERP and HCM systems expert, giving unbiased advice to hundreds of organizations for more than 20 years. Eric also is the author of “The Final Countdown: Digital Strategies to Reach the Third Stage of Success,' and is an ERP expert witness in cases involving several brands of ERP systems.
Bryan Sapot
CEO, SensrTrx LLC dba Mingo
Bryan Sapot is a lifelong entrepreneur, speaker, CEO and founder of SensrTrx Man...
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Bryan Sapot
CEO, SensrTrx LLC dba Mingo
Bryan Sapot is a lifelong entrepreneur, speaker, CEO and founder of SensrTrx Manufacturing Analytics and Datix. With more than 20 years of experience in manufacturing technology, Bryan is known for his deep industry insights and plain language explanations of the complex ideas and issues manufacturer's face today. Bryan has been featured in INC magazine, the St. Louis Business Journal, and the St. Louis Post Dispatch, and has won numerous technology awards.
Registration Info
The meeting will take place at PMA’s HQ—6363 Oak Tree Blvd., Independence, OH 44131.
By registering for this event, you agree that your contact information could be shared with our valued event partners and sponsors.
March 12 - July 12
Non-Member: $319 per person
PMA Member: $164 per person
July 13 - July 30
Non-Member: $439 per person
PMA Member: $219 per person
July 31 - August 13
Non-Member: $494 per person
PMA Member: $264 per person
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The registration process is completed on ebusiness.pma.org
Holiday Inn Cleveland-S Independence, an IHG Hotel
6001 Rockside Rd. | Independence, OH 44131 | 216-524-8050
Rate: $109 per night plus applicable taxes
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All meeting presentations and the networking reception will take place at PMA’s HQ in Independence.
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Questions?
Please contact Ali Miller at amiller@pma.org or 216-901-8800 with any conference registration questions.