Posts by Hannah Rumsey
The Power of Having the Right Engineering Solutions
As a manufacturer, product and process transformation never ends. Maybe you’re on the cusp of developing a new product. Perhaps you’re updating an existing product line or working on improving an outdated manufacturing process. Whether you’re looking for ways to enhance your product development or reduce inefficiencies in manufacturing-every day you rely on great engineering…
Read MoreA Mission, Profit, Growth Philosophy: Fueling Meaningful Work & Lasting Impact
If you think making a profit is the main goal of your business, you are missing the point of being in business. Oh yes, profit is very important. Your business cannot sustain itself without it. But by itself, making a profit as the main reason for being in business falls short of bringing true meaning…
Read MoreHow to Choose the Right Contract Provider for Software and Hardware/Electronics Design Support
Great software and hardware design isn’t easy. You’ve all read about Boeing. One of the largest aerospace manufacturers in the world experienced two fatal 737 crashes in recent years due to software issues. Compatibility problems arose due to insufficient testing and inadequate communication between software and hardware providers. This led to significant delays and operational…
Read MoreHuman-Centered Design & Key Trends in Product Development
Have you ever heard of the Google Glass? Launched in 2013, Glass was a wearable technology device with an optical head-mounted display. It failed to gain traction with consumers. The problem was that the developers didn’t fully understand the needs and concerns of its target users. Users found the device intrusive, socially awkward, and expensive.…
Read MorePM-ing the Fuzzy-Front-End of Product Development
I’m going to begin this professional commentary on project management by telling you a story from my youth. So far back in my youth, in fact, I don’t even remember it firsthand. But it’s been relayed to me from a couple of different perspectives. I grew up in an A-frame home in a rural, wooded…
Read MoreWhat Do Engineering Leaders Want Most?
I recently had the opportunity to facilitate a value proposition exercise with leaders from four of our engineering business units. My company, DISHER, provides engineering talent for engineering teams involved in new product development, product engineering, process/manufacturing engineering, as well as electronics/hardware and software engineering. As a service provider, we need to connect to what…
Read MoreUnlocking Success: Essential Reads for Talent Solutions Professionals
After 30 years of being immersed in the world of recruiting, consulting, and HR, I can attest firsthand to the relentless pace at which our industry evolves. Staying ahead of the curve isn’t just a mantra; it’s a necessity. I’ve always found that one of the most effective ways to ensure our company’s strategy remains…
Read MoreA Recap from the International Conference on Intelligent Robotics & Systems (IROS 2023)
In early October, I met a robot dog in person for the first time when I attended IROS 2023 in Detroit. Because I’ve been keeping up with legged robots since 2006 when I designed one at Cal Poly, I shouldn’t have been startled. But it made quite an impact seeing it run across the carpet…
Read MoreDISHER and THIRA ROBOTICS Join Forces to Unleash Advanced AMR Solutions in the US
On October 18, 2023, DISHER, a nationally recognized engineering, manufacturing tech, and talent recruitment firm based in Zeeland, Michigan, signed a Memorandum of Understanding agreement with THIRA ROBOTICS, a leading manufacturer of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs). THIRA AMRs are unique in that they can operate on any type of uneven, sloped, or damaged flooring. They…
Read MoreDesign for Manufacturing (DFM): A Complete Guide
Once upon a time was a manufacturer who refused to apply Design for Manufacturability (DFM). The company crafted intricate metal sculptures for commercial use, but their unwillingness to simplify designs resulted in long production times and costly delays. The complex manufacturing process led to a constant drain on finances. Materials were expensive and skilled labor…
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