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New Growth Strategies for Small and Medium CNC Shops

WEST Session: Are you getting the most out of your operations? Many manufacturers leave performance on the table due to outdated CNC machining processes, practices and programming. In this expert panel presentation, FANUC America’s Executive Director of Aerospace and Defense Rick Schultz will lead a discussion about how to take advantage of new technologies, create automation strategies, and utilize IOT and digitalization software to drive operational success. Audience Takeaways: -Learn growth strategies on how to keep machining operations competitive and profitable. -Hear from industry leaders on their realistic approaches to AI for impactful ROI. -How to mitigate pain points with optimizing equipment and taking advantage of advanced machining functionality. -Best practices on setting up shops to support more flexible and effective operations. -Using cutting-edge CNC technology, IoT, digitalization and other tools to drive operational success. -Phasing in newer technologies into existing production lines. -Planning and preparing for your next CAPEX for the best ROI. -How to be effective and productive while facing a tight labor market and a growing skills gap. -Steps to a more self-reliant company using in-house capabilities. -Developing meaningful partnerships in the industry.

Paul Boris

Speaker at WEST: Paul Boris, Strategic Accounts, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, UiPath

Robert Lewis

Speaker at WEST: Robert Lewis, CEO & Founder, Impaqx LLC

Swamy Mahesh

Speaker at WEST: Swamy Mahesh, Chief Technology & Ai Strategy Officer, Impaqx LLC

Tinesha Anderson

Speaker at WEST: Tinesha Anderson, Vice President, R&D, Cost Segregation &179D, CSSI-Specialty Tax Services

Innovations in Tube Bending and Sheet Metal Fabrication

WEST Session: This presentation will explore the technical challenges of manufacturing complex tube geometries, including tight-radius and compound bends, which are critical in today’s aerospace applications. Presenters will demonstrate how in-house capabilities such as welding, machining, fixture design, and chemical processing streamline production and reduce overall lead times. Attendees will gain practical insight into integrating advanced bending technologies with digital data control systems to improve accuracy and repeatability. The session will also highlight how strategic investments such as developing in-house chemical processing enhance supply chain resilience, reduce risk, and improve schedule reliability. Case studies from aerospace programs will show how design collaboration, cost-down initiatives, and dedicated planning drive consistent improvements in product quality, efficiency, and delivery performance.

Rod Bond

Speaker at WEST: Rod Bond, Senior Account Executive, Smartsights

Andres Ruiz

Speaker at WEST: Andres Ruiz, Business Development & Pre-Sales Consult • Products, Tata Technologies

Advance Digital Manufacturing with 3DExperience

WEST Session: In today’s fast-paced and unpredictable market, engineering and manufacturing organizations must evolve beyond static, siloed systems to remain competitive. Traditional design and production strategies are no longer sufficient to meet the growing complexity of customer demands. The key to thriving in this environment lies in adaptability—and that begins with a unified digital approach. Dassault Systèmes’ 3DEXPERIENCE DELMIA offers a powerful Virtual Twin solution that bridges the gap between design and manufacturing. By creating a dynamic, real-time digital representation of your operations, DELMIA empowers businesses to simulate, optimize, and adapt processes with agility and precision. Whether you're a small startup or a global enterprise, this platform enables seamless collaboration, faster decision-making, and continuous improvement across the product lifecycle. In this session, we’ll explore how DELMIA transforms traditional manufacturing into a connected, intelligent ecosystem. We’ll also highlight how Tata Technologies can support your journey in adopting this robust solution—helping you stay ahead of change and deliver value with confidence.