Episode 117
117 - No time for tracking
Jem and Justin explore custom configurator development, shop equipment decisions, and tool inspection methods. They answer a bunch of listener questions, discuss transitioning from premium software to DIY solutions, debate the value of time-tracking systems, and share insights on KPI tracking for small manufacturing businesses. Side conversations cover Google Voice limitations and the merits of microscopes for tool inspection.
DISCUSSED:
- KPIs
- DXF for Laser Fusion Plugin
- Opendesk
- Cody
- KittaParts config $$$
- Comment to DM - KP?
- Hammock-ing
- Jet 712 👎
- Kicked off PS2
- Blackhole issue, not an issue 😒
- Debriefing Projects
- Get a Microscope
Questions
- jktableco - Separate phone line for the business? Whole phone or just an app to add it to your phone.
- jktableco - Hiring help or professionals, CPA, marketing, website, etc.
- debrisbrooms - What is Justin going to buy to one up Jem’s fryer? Any other non-trad tools in the shops?
- marc_demontigny - How much looking back at how long things actually took to CAM or cut do you do, and if you do, how do you do it?
- marc_demontigny - You incorporate that into future projects?
- CNCcut.Melbourne - Any tips to check if a used tool is sharp or blunt? Do you track tool usage in any way? - Lee
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HOSTS
Jem Freeman
Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia
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Justin Brouillette
Portland, Oregon, USA
