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Bryan Powrozek
Bryan Powrozek Mar 19, 2025

Episode 53: Tariffs and business planning in times of uncertainty

In this episode of The Sound of Automation podcast, Wipfli director Cara Walton discusses business planning in times of uncertainty and the importance of agility in business strategies. We'll discuss current market uncertainties such as tariffs and the shift from electric vehicles (EV) to internal combustion engines (ICE), emphasizing the need for adaptable strategies. Cara looks at the role of data in building agility, reviewing data sources, and both short-term and long-term strategies. Additionally, we'll discuss our manufacturing benchmarking study and share key takeaways from the latest Wipfli manufacturing pulse survey.

Robert Zondag
Robert H. Zondag Feb 18, 2025

Farm finance focus: Leveraging data in agricultural lending

In this episode of Bank on Wipfli, we dig into the role of AI and automation in modernizing the world of agricultural lending.

Polglaze_Brett
Brett Polglaze Jan 29, 2025

Episode 52: Harnessing outsourced accounting and the power of ERP

In this episode of The Sound of Automation podcast, we talk to Wipfli partners Sean LaFortune and Brett Polglaze as they discuss managing and optimizing your business processes and financial operations for real-time insights, improved decision-making and increased operational efficiency.

Robert Zondag
Robert H. Zondag Jan 22, 2025

Podcast: Revolutionizing FS: AI, personalization and security

In this episode of Bank on Wipfli, we explore the rise of AI in the financial sector, with a focus on delivering seamless client interactions while maintaining data security.

Laurie Harbour
Laurie Harbour Dec 10, 2024

Episode 51: Manufacturing industry outlook

In this episode of The Sound of Automation podcast, we talk to Wipfli partners Mike Devereux and Laurie Harbour as they discuss the challenges and uncertainties faced by business owners, particularly in the manufacturing sector, due to recent political and economic changes. They emphasized the significance of the Republican sweep in the recent election, suggesting it would lead to decisive action. Laurie and Mike also emphasized the importance of strategic planning and staying informed to navigate uncertain times.

Bryan Powrozek
Bryan Powrozek Nov 15, 2024

Episode 50: Valuation insights for your business

In this podcast, we sit down with Wipfli Partner Chris Volz to discuss the importance of understanding your competitive landscape, the current regulatory environment and the impact of potential key tax law changes on your business.

Robert Zondag
Robert H. Zondag Nov 13, 2024

Podcast: The employee stock ownership plan advantage

What tax advantages do employee stock ownership plans provide? Listen in to find out.

Robert Zondag
Robert H. Zondag Oct 30, 2024

Podcast: Enhancing wealth programs for community impact

How can financial institutions leverage wealth programs to enhance community impact? Listen in to find out.

Bryan Powrozek
Bryan Powrozek Oct 23, 2024

Episode 49: Cybersecurity Tips for Manufacturers

In this episode of The Sound of Automation podcast, we sit down with Tom Wojcinski, partner at Wipfli, and Jim Peterson, principal solutions advisor at ConnectWise, to discuss the importance of cybersecurity for manufacturers. Listen to the episode to learn about the increase in cyberthreats due to remote work environments and the expansion of digital ecosystems, as well as best practices for improving cybersecurity in manufacturing environments.