Manufacturers Make Strides
Manufacturers Make Strides is a podcast about people in manufacturing and the paths they’ve taken. Martin speaks with guests from across the manufacturing world about their careers, the challenges along the way, and the strides that keep the industry moving forward. New episodes every other Tuesday
Manufacturers Make Strides
How Automation Changed One Founder’s Journey with Paul Wilson
Automation, machine vision and AI are changing manufacturing. In this episode, you’ll hear how one founder used them to stay competitive and build a thriving business.
Paul Wilson, founder of Scorpion Vision, shares how he pivoted from military life to manufacturing. He took a leap into unknown tech and built a business that now leads innovation in AI-powered factory automation.
We explore:
- How to grow a business without expert-level technical knowledge
- Why machine vision is essential for modern quality control
- What AI is actually doing on factory floors and what’s hype
- How automation creates, not replaces, skilled roles
- Why talking to strangers might be your best business strategy
Paul is a translator between cutting-edge technology and practical factory needs. His journey proves you don’t need to start as an expert to drive real change.
📍 Connect with Paul on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulwilson/
📍 Visit Scorpion Vision: https://www.scorpion.vision/