Which Iconic Innovative Movie Character Are You? Tech in Manufacturing Edition!

Find out which innvoative movie character reflects your approach to tackling challenges in the manufacturing industry, and what sessions would fit you best at the Modern Manufacturing Technology Day!

What excites you most about technology in manufacturing?

Using AI, automation, or new tools to improve efficiency and solve problems.

How technology can disrupt old systems and transform the industry.

Its potential to enhance precision and streamline processes.

Its ability to improve communication and collaboration between people and teams.

When you're faced with a new project or problem, your first move is to:

Jump straight in with tech tools to find the most innovative solution.

Question the way things are usually done and try to come up with a different approach.

Research the problem in-depth and plan out every step carefully.

Look at how this project affects people—customers, colleagues, or end users—and plan accordingly.

When your team runs into an issue, you typically:

Recommend a new tool or tech solution to tackle the problem.

Step back and rethink the entire approach to the project.

Analyze the data and identify where the process is going wrong.

Focus on how this problem is affecting the people involved and adjust your approach accordingly.

What’s your favorite part of working in manufacturing or your field?

Implementing the latest technology to make operations more efficient.

Finding ways to push boundaries and create new opportunities.

Fine-tuning the details so everything runs smoothly.

Building strong connections with colleagues, clients, and customers.

What motivates you to keep improving in your job?

The chance to stay on the cutting edge of tech and innovation.

Changing how things are done and challenging the norm.

The satisfaction of solving problems and perfecting processes.

Ensuring that people—whether team members or customers—are happy and successful.

Your approach to decision-making is:

Based on data and the newest technology available.

Creative, questioning, and sometimes unconventional.

Methodical and detail-oriented, leaving nothing to chance.

People-centered, always considering the human impact.

Tony Stark (Iron Man)

Bold, tech-savvy disruptor always building for the future

You’re the kind of person who thrives on innovation and is never afraid to push boundaries. Your natural curiosity leads you to explore advanced technologies like AI and automation to stay ahead in the game. You’re a disruptor who doesn't just follow trends—you create them. Your boldness makes you a leader in tech-driven solutions that can redefine how manufacturing operates.

Recommended Sessions at Modern Manufacturing Technology Day on October 2:

9:00-9:30 AM CDT: AI in Manufacturing: What It Means Right Now
- All Industries
11:00-11:45 AM CDT: Keynote: How AI is Shaping the Future of Humanity and its Relationship with Technology
- All Industries
12:35-1:05 PM CDT: Evolve or Expire: Why AI & Automation is Essential for Commodity Processors
- Commodity Processing

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Neo (The Matrix)

Focused on breaking down systems and embracing new realities

You’re the type of person who questions everything and embraces the idea of transforming traditional systems. You look for new realities where innovation can thrive. Your ability to think outside the box is what enables you to break down old processes and rebuild them into something more efficient, modern, and effective. Your vision is centered around change and evolving business strategies to match the future.

Recommended Sessions at Modern Manufacturing Technology Day on October 2:

1:15-1:45 PM CDT: Make It Happen: Digital Transformation Roadmap for Your Manufacturing Business
- All Industries
12:35-1:05 PM CDT: Evolve or Expire: Why AI & Automation is Essential for Commodity Processors
- Commodity Processing

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Hermione Granger (Harry Potter)

Perfectionist who uses knowledge and skill to drive success

You’re all about mastering the details and ensuring every aspect of your work is flawless. You excel in process optimization and data-driven decision-making. Like Hermione, you are methodical and rely on research, precision, and well-structured plans to make operations efficient and successful. You find satisfaction in solving complex problems and turning data into actionable insights.

Recommended Sessions at Modern Manufacturing Technology Day on October 2:

10:20-10:50 AM CDT: YAVEON Presents: Integrated Quality Control in BC and Power BI
- All Industries
9:40-10:10 AM CDT: Smarter Sales and Operations with SIOP
- All Industries
11:55 AM-12:25 PM CDT: Insight Works Presents: End-to-End Solutions for Manufacturing
- All Industries

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Leia Organa (Star Wars)

Strategic leader balancing long-term planning with people-focused leadership

You’re a balanced leader who excels at both strategy and empathy. Like Leia, you understand that long-term planning is vital, but you never lose sight of the people involved. Whether it’s your team, customers, or stakeholders, your leadership style is inclusive and forward-thinking. You drive results by understanding the human impact of decisions while keeping an eye on long-term goals.

Recommended Sessions at Modern Manufacturing Technology Day on October 2:

1:15-1:45 PM CDT: Meet Customer Demands Through Smarter Production Scheduling
- All Industries
10:20-10:50 AM CDT: Leverage IoT for Enhanced Customer Satisfaction
- Life Sciences Manufacturing
9:40-10:10 AM CDT: Prepare for FSMA 204 + Elevate Food Safety with Advanced Technology
- Food & Beverage Manufacturing

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