Annex Business Media: Podcasts

Access management is not just a security measure – it’s a strategic business function that impacts both innovation and operational efficiency for businesses of all sizes. In this episode, Vasili Kourelos, lead of the Eastern Canada business unit for Salto North America, explores the different types, benefits and drawbacks of access management systems, addressing security considerations, misconceptions and future trends.

From government use to access control, biometrics and facial recognition technology hold great potential to revolutionize security systems. In this episode, Jeremy Sneller, managing director of Salto Vision Works, dives into this fascinating technology, with real-world success stories and a glimpse at exciting future trends.

Join CFI editor Jennifer Ellson and Chris Duncan, partner and national leader of forestry and forest products at MNP, as they unpack the forest industry’s biggest challenges and successes of 2024 and look ahead to 2025. Topics include shifting markets, labour shortages, the threat of U.S. tariffs, rising fibre costs, and the impacts of wildfires and storms. They also explore how AI, automation, and sustainability trends are shaping the future, alongside key takeaways from BC’s 2024 election and recent regulatory changes. Sponsored by MNP, this episode offers a must-listen year-end review and outlook for Canada’s forest sector. Stream now on SoundCloud. Have a topic idea? Email Jennifer at jellson@annexbusinessmedia.com.

Avnan is a global electronics engineering and manufacturing company specializing in custom design and manufacturing solutions for OEMs. The business provides end-to-end services in custom electronic product design, contract manufacturing and custom component sourcing. The company serves a number of industries such as HVAC, home appliances, renewable energy, telematics and building automation.

Software-defined manufacturing (SDM)offers a way to organizations to better orchestrate work between man and machine and kickstart the long game of effective technology investment to future-proof IT and OT operations. It has the potential to help manufacturers address challenges, satisfy customer needs and create competitive advantage. In this episode of Machine Language, Tim Gaus, Smart Manufacturing Leader at Deloitte, joins us to discuss how software-defined manufacturing can be a game changer. He explains why Software-Defined Manufacturing (SDM) is gaining traction in the manufacturing industry, how it helps manufacturers create smart factories, its key benefits, how it can address long-term issues such as supply chain challenges and more.

Join cultivators Patrick Pagé of Great White North Growers and Mehgan Race Widdison of Mauve et Herbes as they share their commercial agriculture experiences in Quebec. Hear how their unique lifestyle, commitment to the craft and camaraderie with fellow growers propels the industry forward, creating a culture of continuous improvement and innovation in Canadian cannabis.

Want to hear inspiring stories from women who are breaking barriers in the construction industry? Tune into this episode of Direct & Current to learn about the Ontario Building and Construction Tradeswomen’s new Speakers’ Bureau. Host Anthony Capkun is joined by Kate Walsh to talk about this exciting initiative that connects organizations with skilled tradeswomen ready to share their experiences. From electricians and carpenters to boilermakers and beyond, these women are passionate about inspiring the next generation of tradespeople. Discover how the Speakers’ Bureau is helping to change perceptions about women in the skilled trades and providing a platform for these remarkable individuals to share their journeys. Whether you’re a student, educator, business leader or event planner, you’ll want to know more about OBCT’s Speakers’ Bureau.

Bakers Journal editor Colleen Cross speaks with Anthony Borgo, coordinator of the baking and pastry arts program and professor of apprentice cook and culinary programs at Georgian College in Barrie, Ont., about his work with students, what they are looking for in a career (hint: leadership positions) and what skills the professional bakers of tomorrow are learning. We also delve into Borgo’s rich culinary and baking background, his influences and finish with five rapid-fire questions about baking, pizza, pasta and more! Anthony’s new podcast featuring exciting and meaningful conversations about food. Click here to listen. Learn more about Georgian College and the professional bakers of tomorrow here. Listen now!