This episode examines the industry's current state, revealing that workforce challenges are worsening and now rank third among industry concerns. PMMI VP of market development Jorge Izquierdo reveals how the paradox of automation, while a solution to workforce shortages, creates a demand for more skilled maintenance technicians.
unPACKed Podcast: The Paradox of Automation as a Workforce Solution
Listen as Jorge Izquierdo, VP of market development for PMMI, explains how automation solves workforce shortages but creates a demand for more skilled maintenance technicians.
Sep 10, 2024
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