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The Machinist
|November 2024
Nikhil Rao, VP of Operations at Flex India, discusses how Flex is redefining manufacturing through technology, sustainability, and a global workforce. He shares insights into Flex’s vision, investments in automation and digitalisation, the latest industry trends, including its partnership with the Reverse Logistics Association.
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Flex positions itself as a partner in designing, sourcing, building, delivering, and managing products that improve the world. How does Flex's vision influence its overall strategy and approach to technology and manufacturing solutions?
Flex's vision of becoming the most trusted global technology, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions partner is a fundamental driver of our overall strategy and approach to technology and manufacturing solutions.
This vision shapes our commitment to integrating advanced technologies-such as automation, robotics, digitalisation, and simulation-with human expertise, ensuring that we enhance efficiency, productivity, and quality while providing a safe, inclusive work environment for our team members.
By prioritising collaboration among humans, technology, and machines, we leverage the unique strengths of each entity. This synergy allows us to automate repetitive and hazardous tasks, making the factory floor safer and enabling our skilled workforce to focus on creativity, critical thinking, and innovation. As a result, we foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence across our manufacturing processes.
Moreover, our vision aligns with the evolving landscape of global manufacturing, particularly in regions like India, where supportive policies and a growing ecosystem present significant opportunity for growth. By harnessing both human talent and cutting-edge technology, we position ourselves as a strategic partner for our customers, delivering solutions that meet their needs and contribute to a sustainable and improved world.
With operations in 30 countries, how does Flex manage and coordinate its global workforce to ensure consistent quality and efficiency?
This story is from the November 2024 edition of The Machinist.
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