{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/62609fa97f59a200132a83bf/63b89a5a1043e00011ccf579?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"D365 for Manufacturing with MCA Connect","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/62609fa97f59a200132a83bf/1673043890377-43fdf3dcd9279b69469bfcd0556112a0.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>In a recent study done among manufacturing leaders, 88% of them listed \"Operational Resilience\" as a key emphasis for the near future. 65% of the leaders stated that \"Improving Operational Efficiency\" was a key priority as well. When it comes to these two concerns, digital transformation is a vital part of ensuring that each department and all end users are empowered with the right tools and data to perform their duties most effectively and most accurately. In this episode, we interview Howard Hohnadel with MCA Connect to highlight the digital transformation challenges and successes manufacturing companies face today and how D365 can help.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Episode Topics:&nbsp;</p><ul><li>What are the top digital transformation obstacles customers face in the Manufacturing Industry?&nbsp;</li><li>How are customers using D365 in the Manufacturing Industry?&nbsp;</li><li>Where are customers finding the most success with D365 within the Manufacturing Industry?&nbsp;</li><li>Please share a customer success story from the Manufacturing Industry.&nbsp;</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Useful resources:&nbsp;</p><ul><li><a href=\"https://dynamics.microsoft.com/en-us/industry/manufacturing/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Dynamics 365 for Manufacturing</a>&nbsp;</li><li><a href=\"https://dynamics.microsoft.com/en-us/supply-chain-management/overview/?ef_id=499283efec6f11f5c86ee0577f284480:G:s&amp;OCID=AIDcmmhlxh36nw_SEM_499283efec6f11f5c86ee0577f284480:G:s&amp;msclkid=499283efec6f11f5c86ee0577f284480\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Dynamics 365 for Supply Chain Management</a>&nbsp;</li><li><a href=\"https://www.bing.com/ck/a?!&amp;&amp;p=13effec6e5ad0ee4JmltdHM9MTY3Mjk2MzIwMCZpZ3VpZD0zMTE4YmQ5Ni03YzQ4LTY2YzEtMzczMi1hZGNiN2RmNjY3MjUmaW5zaWQ9NTE4NA&amp;ptn=3&amp;hsh=3&amp;fclid=3118bd96-7c48-66c1-3732-adcb7df66725&amp;psq=mca+connect&amp;u=a1aHR0cHM6Ly9tY2Fjb25uZWN0LmNvbS8&amp;ntb=1\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">MCA Connect Website</a>&nbsp;</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p>As MCA Connect’s VP of Solution Development and 20+ years of management consulting experience, Howard helps companies simplify the complex by rethinking supply chain strategies and processes. He collaborates closely with clients’ supply chain operations teams, solution partners, and MCA Connect’s product development team to drive innovation and value through strategic ERP/CRM implementations. Over the course of his career, Howard has worked with a diverse range of companies, including self-funded startups and major international enterprises like Toyota, Dell, Panasonic, Wells Fargo, and St. Jude Medical.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>MCA Connect is an experienced, award-winning partner that helps manufacturers uncover possibilities and overcome challenges through strategy, implementation, intelligence, and support services. With more than 20 years of deep manufacturing expertise, they’ve guided manufacturers through some of the most complex scenarios in the most tumultuous times. As the Global Partner of the Year finalist this year for Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management, we’re excited to have them on the podcast today to talk manufacturing and supply chain!&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Connect with Howard Hohnadel here – <a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/howard-hohnadel-01b0964/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Howard Hohnadel | LinkedIn</a>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>We'd love to hear from you:&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Don't hesitate to reach out with any questions, comments, suggestions, or feedback! We'd love to hear from you. Send your hosts an email at <a href=\"mailto:digestibledynamics@microsoft.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">digestibledynamics@microsoft.com</a>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Discover and follow other Microsoft podcasts at <a href=\"https://news.microsoft.com/podcasts/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">microsoft.com/podcasts</a>&nbsp;</p>","author_name":"Microsoft"}