Disrupted Factory
Hosted by Jendamark’s innovations director, Yanesh Naidoo, this podcast is your gateway to the cutting edge of digital manufacturing technologies and Industry 4.0.
Whether you’re an industry veteran or just getting started, we delve deep into the innovations that are transforming the way factories operate. From smart factories and IoT to AI-driven automation and beyond, Disrupted Factory brings you expert insights, in-depth interviews, and the latest trends shaping the future of manufacturing.
This podcast leverages our three decades in global automation and now digital technologies to help viewers learn something new with every episode!
- Update frequency
- every 31 days
- Average duration
- 65 minutes
- Episodes
- 37
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2025
Festo SA MD talks Global Automation, Africa’s Potential, and the Shift to Software Solutions
In this episode, we discuss what it takes to be part of a world-leading automation services supplier and the need for creativity and innovation in a rapidly changing digital world. We also examine wh…
Rockwell SA MD on Failing Fast in the Digital World, and People-Centric Leadership
Canninah Dladla started her working life as one of the few female artisans in the challenging field of electrical engineering but, hailing from a family driven by entrepreneurship, quickly set her s…
Ex VWSA MD: Risks of SA not transitioning to Manufacturing EVs
While South Africa battles loadshedding and major power supply problems, the introduction of electric vehicles may seem a futile subject. But, says this episode’s guest, Robert Cisek, challenges such…
Agile Leadership for Modern Businesses, Continuous Learning & Work-Life Balance
Claudio Ranaudo is the Senior Vice President for Sub-Saharan Africa at Siemens Digital Industries. He is deeply passionate about helping the industry grow, connect, and be supported by Siemens’ digit…
She Walked from the DRC to SA to Build Freedom: A Story of Hardship, Grit and Resilience
TRIGGER WARNING: This podcast contains content of a sensitive nature and is not suitable for children. Graphic descriptions of child abuse, sexual violence and drug abuse may be triggering to victims…
Head of C4IR on Acceleration and Adoption of Digital Technologies
Dr Ntsibane Ntlatlapa has devoted more than 20 years to the research of technology development and we uncovered why it’s important for you to be involved in 4IR. He is the head of C4IR, a South Afric…
EasyEquities and How Their Fintech Company is Driving Economic Growth
Charles Savage is the CEO of Purple Group and the founder of EasyEquities, a platform aiming at democratising the stock exchange. His vision is an inspiration, and his legacy of achieving financial d…
Daily Maverick's CEO on How Tech has Revolutionised Journalism
Styli Charalambous is one of the leading names in digital journalism in South Africa. He is the CEO and publisher of Daily Maverick – a pre-eminent news outlet in the country. His roles include handl…
Siegfried Lokotsch talks Investing and Tech
Siegfried Lokotsch has a big heart and continues to make a difference in people’s lives and – unlike his financial investments – without expecting a return. He is the director and owner of Jendamark …
Is AI a Friend or a Foe? | Ajit Gopalakrishnan & Juane Schutte
Ajit Gopalakrishnan and Juane Schutte have a long history of working in smart technology and a lot of knowledge with the development of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the applications of AI in indu…
Technology Will Unlock Human Potential In Developing Countries | Himanshu Jadhav
Himanshu Jadhav is the inspirational Jendamark India CEO, who enchants with his business acumen and incisive commentary. His experience as a strategic and fiscal operations leader is extraordinary. H…
Africa's First Tesla Arrives at Jendamark with Greg Blandford
Greg Blandford, has a long history of working in smart technology and has gained in-depth knowledge of alternative energy generation. Negotiation, planning, operations, management, sales, and team de…
Everything E-mobility: Ecotourism and Lithium-Ion Batteries with Hiten Parmar
Hiten Parmar has a passion for contributing to advancements within the transport and energy sectors globally through deployment of technological interventions to solve major economic, competitiveness…
EV's, I4.0 vs 4IR, Data Governance, and Digital Twins
We were honoured to be joined by both the Chairman of the Executive Board of Expleo Group, Mr Ralph Gillessen, as well as the Managing Director of Expleo Group South Africa, Mr Martin Sanne. Ralph i…
The Ever-Increasing Consumer Demands and the Emergence of New Economies with Steve Gray
Steve Gray is a passionate believer in the improvement of our communities. He is extremely well-informed and cares deeply about others. He is using technology to improve the lives of our underprivile…
Dr Justin Barnes talks Manufacturing Sector, Industry Policies and the SA Automotive Masterplan
Dr Justin Barnes is the inaugural Executive Director of the Toyota Wessels Institute for Manufacturing Studies (TWIMS) and Chairman of B&M Analysts. He was previously Managing Director of B&M Analyst…
The Journey of Yanesh Naidoo and Jendamark in Developing Their 4IR Solution
Yanesh Naidoo is a visionary who has travelled the world in pursuit of the emerging tech space. He was invited to the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development, where he spoke at the 11th se…