All-Axis

Our host, Michael Thiessen is joined by Tebis team member, Marty Chaput to talk about Pro-LeiS MES, which enables manufacturing companies to improve their processes and increase production capacity.  They discuss everything from what it does and how it benefits your business to the differences between ERP and MES.  Also, during their chat, Michael and Marty mention a whitepaper, which you can find...

In this not-to-be-missed episode, Michael is joined by Laurie Harbour of Harbour Results, Inc. Laurie shares her valued and respected thoughts and insights on manufacturing for automotive tooling shops. Michael and Laurie take a look at what happened in 2022 and what to expect in 2023 and beyond. If you are in automotive tooling, you don't want to miss this episode! Tell us what you think - s...

In this bonus episode, Michael Thiessen talks about the upcoming IMTS show in Chicago. In addition to why you should go and what you’ll see there, Michael highlights what you can see and experience in the Tebis booth (#133230). If you are planning to be in Chicago, Sept. 12-17, 2022, this episode will tell you what to expect. If you are on the fence about attending, this might be just the nudge yo...

Michael Thiessen is joined by Joe McCabe from AutoForecast Solutions. With more than 25 years of automotive industry experience, Joe has his fingers (and data) on the pulse of the industry and where it’s going. Michael and Joe have an interesting conversation about the future of the industry. focusing on the impact of electric vehicles and technology. If you are in the auto industry, you want to h...

In June, Tebis AG hosted an Open House for suppliers, customers and industry colleagues. The key themes around presentations and exhibits focused on automation, digitalization and the skilled labor shortage. In this special podcast episode, Michael Thiessen talks to John Kowalczyk and Mickey Gukian who attended the event to get insight on exactly what took place, including the Tebis Challenge, wha...

In this episode, Michael Thiessen is joined by Ken Seawell from Sandler Training by EAM Consulting Group to talk about selling in this competitive market.  The two have an informative and fun discussion about everything from balancing your outreach methods (nope, it’s not a one-and-done approach) to the importance of having an “it’s not about me, it’s about you” mindset and everything in between (...

As the Tebis team prepares to attend the American Mold Builders Association's (AMBA) conference May 11-13, 2022, Michael takes the opportunity to talk about the importance and benefits of industry organizations and associations. When you combine all the benefits - expanding your network, problem solving, enhancing your reputation, staying updated on industry trends, gaining political influenc...

In his role at the Franklin Partnership, Omar Nashashibi provides updates to the current administration on the real status and challenges manufacturers face and works with Congress and the White House on a variety of topics. He joins Michael to talk about many of today’s hot topics, including technology, tariffs, the war in Ukraine and talent, specifically some tactics manufacturers need to consid...

The manufacturing industry is facing a labor shortage. In this episode, Michael is joined by Julian Odeh, team manager of international consulting at Tebis AG, who has worked with companies in several companies to bring an interesting perspective and ideas on how to attract people to manufacturing jobs. From automation to training and more, Julian and Michael talk about the factors influencing thi...

In this episode, recorded in November 2021, Michael talks with Cara Walton, director at Harbour Results, Inc., about the economy – recent past, present and future. Cara and Michael touch on topics including demand and its impact on spending, labor and tools; causes of supply chain challenges (hint, it’s not just COVID); how to attract talent (hint, what was done in the past won’t work today) and t...

In this episode, we are joined by James Ricci, a 25-year manufacturing industry veteran to talk about Industry 4.0 and why you need to start implementing more automation in your company now. The discussion includes the future workforce, what Industry 4.0 is and what it entails, cybersecurity and more. It all comes together with James’ three key points: Start Small. Think Big. Scale Fast. It’s an i...

In our first full-length episode, we take a look at the future of CAD/CAM software. In this discussion, Michael Thiessen, sales manager at Tebis Americas is joined by Gerardo Mueller, international director of sales at Tebis AG. They share insights on where the machining industry has been, where it's going and the role that CAD/CAM and technology is going to play in the journey.  Check out th...

John Kowalczyk and Michael Thiessen from Tebis North America introduce listeners to The All-Axis Podcast.  John and Michael briefly explain how All-Axis came to be and the type of topics that will be discussed in future episodes. Tebis North America provides technology solutions that improve efficiency, drive quality and produce better products for the manufacturing industry.  Tell us what you thi...