Join us for our conversation with Tom Wujec - designer, technologist and multiple TED speaker known for his work in visual collaboration and wicked problem solving. -Why do traditional approaches often fail when problems get more complex? -Tom has shared his visual framework with Fortune 500 companies around the world, and now he shares it with us. See his visual work unfold in action by watching this episode on YouTube ! Or catch it wherever you normally listen to your podcasts. Episode availab...
Sep 09, 2025•1 min
Get ready for Season 6 of Problem Solved: The IISE Podcast! This season we're spotlighting human-centered solutions in areas like AI, leadership, and process improvement. You'll hear from TED Talk speaker and innovator, Tom Wujec, Chick-fil-A franchise leader Sam Hartman, young professionals at the start of their ISE journey, and more. The season kicks of on #ISEDay, September 15 - a global celebration of Industrial & Systems Engineers. Join us to hear how every great solution is a story wor...
Sep 02, 2025•1 min
A new season, a new direction. Problem Solved: The IISE Podcast is back! New executive producer, Elizabeth Grimes, and the show’s creator, David Brandt take you behind the mic of Problem Solved. Hear how the podcast began and what’s coming in Season 6, with new episodes beginning on September 15, ISE Day!
Aug 26, 2025•1 min
Listen to this #IISEAnnual2025 podcast break with Valerie Maier-Speredelozzi from the University of Rhode Island, recorded live on the floor of the IISE Annual Conference & Expo 2025 in Atlanta. Hit play to relive the energy, steal an idea before your next coffee refill, and stay plugged into the #IISEAnnual2025 buzz — wherever you engineer impact. SPONSORED BY THE UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON’S CULLEN COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING: At the University of Houston’s Cullen College of Engineering, the Industr...
Jun 03, 2025•4 min
Listen to this #IISEAnnual2025 podcast break with Jingfei Chen, senior principle product manager at ServiceNow, recorded live on the floor of the IISE Annual Conference & Expo 2025 in Atlanta. Hit play to relive the energy, steal an idea before your next coffee refill, and stay plugged into the #IISEAnnual2025 buzz — wherever you engineer impact. SPONSORED BY THE UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON’S CULLEN COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING: At the University of Houston’s Cullen College of Engineering, the Industria...
Jun 03, 2025•6 min
Listen to this #IISEAnnual2025 podcast break with David Gray from Autodesk Inc., recorded live on the floor of the IISE Annual Conference & Expo 2025 in Atlanta. Hit play to relive the energy, steal an idea before your next coffee refill, and stay plugged into the #IISEAnnual2025 buzz — wherever you engineer impact. SPONSORED BY THE UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON’S CULLEN COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING: At the University of Houston’s Cullen College of Engineering, the Industrial and Systems Engineering Depar...
Jun 02, 2025•3 min
Listen to this #IISEAnnual2025 podcast break with Max Miller from Auburn University, recorded live on the floor of the IISE Annual Conference & Expo 2025 in Atlanta. Hit play to relive the energy, steal an idea before your next coffee refill, and stay plugged into the #IISEAnnual2025 buzz — wherever you engineer impact. SPONSORED BY THE UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON’S CULLEN COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING: At the University of Houston’s Cullen College of Engineering, the Industrial and Systems Engineering D...
Jun 02, 2025•3 min
Listen to this #IISEAnnual2025 podcast break with Sanjit Addepally from Rutgers University, recorded live on the floor of the IISE Annual Conference & Expo 2025 in Atlanta. Hit play to relive the energy, steal an idea before your next coffee refill, and stay plugged into the #IISEAnnual2025 buzz — wherever you engineer impact. SPONSORED BY THE UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON’S CULLEN COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING: At the University of Houston’s Cullen College of Engineering, the Industrial and Systems Engine...
Jun 02, 2025•3 min
Carly Walker of Auburn University is a first-time IISE Annual Conference & Expo attendee. She said she’s enjoyed her first year at the event thanks to what she describes as a “welcoming" atmosphere. Listen to this #IISEAnnual2025 podcast break with Carly, recorded live on the floor of the IISE Annual Conference & Expo 2025 in Atlanta. Hit play to relive the energy, steal an idea before your next coffee refill, and stay plugged into the #IISEAnnual2025 buzz — wherever you engineer impact....
Jun 02, 2025•3 min
Melika Jahan Beikloo is a Ph.D. candidate from Clemson University in the industrial engineering department. It’s her first time at #IISEAnnual2025, and she’s also giving a presentation Monday, June 2. Listen to this #IISEAnnual2025 podcast break with Melika, recorded live on the floor of the IISE Annual Conference & Expo 2025 in Atlanta. Hit play to relive the energy, steal an idea before your next coffee refill, and stay plugged into the #IISEAnnual2025 buzz — wherever you engineer impact. ...
Jun 02, 2025•3 min
Anuja Patil from CNA Insurance, and the president (2025-26) of the Applied Ergonomics Society, recently spoke with Problem Solved: The IISE Podcast during #AppliedErgo2025 in Orlando, Florida. Learn more about the conference at: iise.org/AEC
Apr 07, 2025•4 min
John Sohn from the University of Michigan recently spoke with Problem Solved: The IISE Podcast during #AppliedErgo2025 in Orlando, Florida. Learn more about the conference at: iise.org/AEC
Apr 07, 2025•5 min
In this special bonus episode from the Applied Ergonomics Conference 2025, Mike Courtney, founder of Aperio Insights, delivers a compelling keynote exploring the crucial link between imagination and innovation. Drawing on more than two decades of experience in market research and strategic foresight, Courtney shares how technologies such as AI and robotics are rapidly transforming concepts into reality. He emphasizes that the modern challenge isn’t just inventing but deciding which innovations t...
Mar 27, 2025•45 min
In this bonus episode from the Applied Ergonomics Conference 2025, Dr. Karl Zelik of Vanderbilt University shares insightful perspectives on innovation in biomechanics and wearable technology. Drawing from his extensive experience as co-director of the Center for Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology and as Chief Scientific Officer of HeroWear, Zelik discusses how to identify meaningful advancements versus mere industry hype. He provides practical guidance on creating sustainable, ...
Mar 27, 2025•32 min
Jim Mecham from OccuCare Injury Prevention recently spoke with Problem Solved: The IISE Podcast during #AppliedErgo2025 in Orlando, Florida. Learn more about the conference at: iise.org/AEC
Mar 20, 2025•3 min
Cheryl Roy from Dorn Companies recently spoke with Problem Solved: The IISE Podcast during #AppliedErgo2025 in Orlando, Florida. Learn more about the conference at: iise.org/AEC
Mar 19, 2025•3 min
Texas A&M students Aspen Burke, Lillian Bravo and Samuel Britton recently spoke with Problem Solved: The IISE Podcast during #AppliedErgo2025 in Orlando, Florida. Learn more about the conference at: iise.org/AEC
Mar 18, 2025•3 min
Dustin Herte and Chris Gromowski with Blue Line Battery recently spoke with Problem Solved: The IISE Podcast during #AppliedErgo2025 in Orlando, Florida. Learn more about the conference at: iise.org/AEC
Mar 18, 2025•4 min
In this bonus episode of Problem Solved: The IISE Podcast , we present Mandy Long 's keynote address from the Healthcare Systems Process Improvement Conference 2025 in Atlanta. With a distinguished background in artificial intelligence and healthcare technology, including leadership roles at IBM Watson and Experian Health, Mandy explores the practical application of AI in healthcare. She emphasizes the importance of tailoring AI to solve real, human-centered problems, avoiding vendor lock-in, fo...
Mar 05, 2025•1 hr 1 min
In this bonus episode of Problem Solved: The IISE Podcast , we present Dr. Venkatesh Bellamkonda 's keynote address from the Healthcare Systems Process Improvement Conference 2025 in Atlanta. As an assistant professor of emergency medicine at the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and a consultant physician in the Department of Emergency Medicine at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, Dr. Bellamkonda shares his journey into process improvement, inspired by personal experiences and colleagues. He i...
Mar 05, 2025•57 min
Devpradnya Kadam from UF Health shares her experience at the Healthcare Systems Process Improvement Conference 2025. Learn more about the conference at iise.org/HSPI.
Feb 20, 2025•4 min
Taylor Rader from Mayo Clinic shares her experience at the Healthcare Systems Process Improvement Conference 2025. Learn more about the conference at iise.org/HSPI.
Feb 20, 2025•3 min
Kim Kaleta, a student from Kennesaw State University, shares her experience at the Healthcare Systems Process Improvement Conference 2025. Learn more about the conference at iise.org/HSPI.
Feb 20, 2025•3 min
Ritu Ward from T. Ward & Associates Inc shares her experience at the Healthcare Systems Process Improvement Conference 2025. Learn more about the conference at iise.org/HSPI.
Feb 20, 2025•2 min
Aakash Mittal from MDofficeManager shares his experience at the Healthcare Systems Process Improvement Conference 2025. Learn more about the conference at iise.org/HSPI.
Feb 20, 2025•2 min
Dive into all things Healthcare Systems Process Improvement Conference 2025 with Ali Anderson and Aaron Kanne. Discover the incredible sessions, keynotes, and networking opportunities awaiting you at this year’s premier healthcare engineering event. From first-time attendees to seasoned professionals, this episode breaks down what makes HSPI special, including exclusive workshops, thought-provoking presentations, and insights from industry leaders. If you’re passionate about improving healthcare...
Jan 21, 2025•22 min
This week, we’re talking with Avi Fishman, a Lean Master Black Belt and Six Sigma Black Belt with extensive experience in healthcare systems process improvement who — at the time we recorded our interview — recently found himself looking for his next job. We talked with him about his career path from an NYPD officer to health care administrator, his approach to leveraging his professional network, and his advice for all on remaining “resume ready.” This episode also marks the 200th published epi...
Dec 11, 2024•34 min•Season 5Ep. 8
In this week’s episode, Chris Tonn*, director of outreach and networking for IISE’s Modeling and Simulation Division, sits down with Jarrod Thome. Jarrod is an Operations Manager in McDonald’s Global Operations Strategy & Standards department, where he uses his expertise in simulation modeling to tackle big questions for one of the world’s most recognized brands. With a career spanning roles at the United States Postal Service and Spirit Aerosystems, Jarrod has developed and implemented simu...
Dec 04, 2024•57 min•Season 5Ep. 7
James Swisher, IISE's Director of Continuing Education, returns to ExpertISE this week to offer his insights on the following question: "What role does ethics play in ISE and how are students prepared to handle ethical dilemmas in the field?"
Nov 27, 2024•4 min
This week on ExpertISE — Javier Masini, industrial engineer with Value Management Strategies Inc. and an IISE instructor, answers the following question: "Can ISE principles be applied to non-manufacturing sectors?"
Nov 26, 2024•3 min
