Speakers
Ajay GangadharanManufacturing & Process Plant SpecialistI am passionate about finding real digital transformation solutions for the Manufacturing and Process Plant industries. Supported with over a decade of experience in design and engineering, my application of technology to solve Design, Product Lifecycle Management and Data Management problems and sharing what I have learned over the years, is one of the most satisfying aspects of my role.
Michael SmithApplications Engineer - Manufacturing Industry | Baker BaynesMichael Smith is a highly skilled manufacturing specialist at Baker Baynes, bringing over 9 years of expertise in furniture manufacturing and more than 5 years of experience in CNC manufacturing with both 3 and 5 axis. Holding an Honours degree in Interior Architecture from the University of Pretoria, Michael combines his educational background with a professional focus on furniture and product design. He is proficient in creating and editing CNC post processors, making him a pivotal asset in advanced manufacturing.
His career includes significant roles such as Product Design Consultant at Meta Studio, where he specialises in conceptualisation and advanced manufacturing, and Product Development Lead at Houtlander, where he optimised designs and managed junior designers. Michael’s technical skills are complemented by his fluency in Rhino, Grasshopper, and Autodesk Fusion, which he leverages to deliver high-quality designs and manufacturing solutions.
With a strong foundation in both design and practical manufacturing processes, Michael is dedicated to transforming innovative ideas into tangible, market-ready products.
Local Time
- Timezone: America/New_York
- Date: 13 Mar 2025
- Time: 5:00 am - 6:00 am
Digital Transformation: Automating Manufacturing Workflows with Fusion
Unlock the Power of Connected Workflows with Autodesk Fusion
The manufacturing industry is under increasing pressure to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and maintain high-quality standards. Bottlenecks in production and disconnected workflows can slow down progress and reduce productivity. This webinar will show you how the Autodesk Fusion platform can help overcome these challenges by streamlining your manufacturing process.
What you’ll learn during this session:
- The Advantages of Digital Workflows: Discover how moving to digital processes can increase efficiency, improve product quality, and drive greater productivity.
- Improve Efficiency & Quality: Learn how integrated manufacturing processes enhance speed, precision, and consistency.
- Real-Time Insights: Discover how Fusion Operations and Extensions provide live data for smarter decision-making.
Featured Autodesk Solutions
- Fusion Design: Create 3D models, design sheet metal components, and generate drawings to support your manufacturing process.
- Fusion CAM: Understand how to use standard machining features and Fusion CAM extensions to optimise your production.
- Fusion Data Management: Learn how Fusion data management assists with version control while saving to your local PC or in the Cloud.
- Fusion Operations: Get an introduction to managing workflows, tracking production orders, logging machine and operations times from production planning to execution
Who Should Attend?
This session is ideal for professionals looking to optimise their manufacturing operations and embrace digital transformation:
- Production Managers who are looking to streamline production workflows and enhance operational control
- Workshop Managers aiming to improve shop floor efficiency and real-time decision-making
- Engineers interested in leveraging digital tools to improve product design and manufacturing performance
Join us to see how Autodesk Fusion can simplify workflows and help you stay competitive in a connected manufacturing environment.