Before AI: Practical Automation for Manufacturers

In this conversation, Mike Sibley, Kevin Golden, and Daniel Shorstein explore how manufacturers can use automation and artificial intelligence in practical, measurable ways. The discussion goes beyond the hype to focus on what really matters: better data, stronger governance, smarter workflows, improved decision-making, and more capacity for growth. If your organization is trying to figure out where automation ends and AI begins, this episode offers a clear, business-focused roadmap. What You’ll Learn ✅ Why clean, reliable data is the foundation for any successful automation or AI strategy ✅ How to start with rules-based automation before moving into AI ✅ Why governance, security, and human review are essential when using AI tools ✅ How manufacturers can use AI to improve workflows, reporting, and decision-making ✅ Practical ways to identify repetitive, manual tasks that are strong automation candidates ✅ How AI can support strategic planning, margin analysis, and data insights without replacing human judgment This episode is a valuable guide for manufacturers who want to move from dabbling in AI to using it with purpose. Watch to learn how to build trust, reduce manual work, and create a smarter operational foundation for the future. Be sure to like, subscribe, and keep following James Moore for more insights that help your business grow. MORE TIPS LIKE THIS ON YOUTUBE 🔴 Subscribe: http://bit.ly/40P3sR2 🚀 Watch our playlists: https://www.youtube.com/@JamesMooreAn... LEARN MORE AT JAMES MOORE 💼 James Moore CPAs and Advisors: https://www.jmco.com/ 📚 Articles & Insights: https://www.jmco.com/articles/ CONNECT WITH US 📹 YouTube:    / @jamesmooreandco   💼 LinkedIn:   / james-moore-and-co   🖒 Facebook:   / jamesmooreandco   ❌ X: https://x.com/JamesMooreAndCo Hashtags #Accounting #Advisory #BusinessGrowth #JamesMooreCPAs #Manufacturing #Automation #ArtificialIntelligence #AI #DigitalTransformation #OperationalEfficiency #DataStrategy #WorkflowAutomation #BusinessStrategy #LeanManufacturing #Governance #DataAnalytics