In this episode, Amir chats with Jai Prakash, Head of Insights and Data Engineering at Pella Corporation, about the evolution of XOps. They dive into Pella's journey in building a center of excellence, upskilling staff, and implementing AI and advanced analytics to enhance manufacturing. Jai shares insights on Pella's strategic tech transformations, including moving to the cloud and how legacy companies can innovate. He highlights the critical role of DataOps and plans for MLOps and AIOps, offering valuable takeaways for established and new XOps adopters.

Highlights:

- 01:17 The Need for XOps in Traditional Manufacturing

- 03:22 Innovations in Manufacturing Processes

- 05:14 Implementing Advanced Technologies

- 09:51 Building a DataOps and XOps Infrastructure

- 14:07 Upskilling and Future-Proofing the Workforce

Guest:

Jai Prakash is the Head of Insights and Data Engineering at Pella Corporation, where he spearheads the company's data-driven transformation. With extensive experience in building data strategies and implementing AI and advanced analytics, Jai has been instrumental in enhancing manufacturing processes. He focuses on creating centers of excellence, upskilling staff, and establishing robust DataOps infrastructures. Jai's expertise in technological innovations, including cloud migration and the development of MLOps and AIOps, positions him as a leader in driving strategic technological transformations within traditional manufacturing environments.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaiprakashd/

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