Chris Campbell is a Director Analyst in the Supply Chain Operations team, bringing over 12 years of expertise in driving smart manufacturing advancements. With a keen focus on the convergence of manufacturing technology, strategy, and adoption, Chris is at the forefront of pioneering research on Industry 4.0, smart manufacturing, and the smart factory.
Passionate about a value-driven approach, Chris empowers manufacturing leaders by harnessing the potential of data and technology. His track record of executing digital manufacturing initiatives has yielded multimillion-dollar results for the companies he has served. With a strong background in new technology adoption, project management, and continuous improvement, Chris is a trusted advisor for organizations seeking to maximize their potential in the digital era.
In his previous role as the Digital Operations Lead at Electrolux, Chris was responsible for scaling Industry 4.0 capabilities across various operational areas, including manufacturing, supply chain, quality, purchasing, safety, and sustainability. His responsibilities also encompassed the creation and governance of the innovation pipeline, along with the establishment of smart factory standards, processes, and tools.
Before his tenure at Electrolux, Chris served as the Industry 4.0 Capital Sponsor and Specialist at Michelin. In this role, he developed and managed strategies to automate and connect manufacturing sites within the Americas Zone, which resulted in the identification of over $300M in opportunities. Additionally, he explored and deployed advanced robotic technologies and connected them to digital platforms for data visualization and analytics.
Electrolux, Digital Operations Lead, Senior Manager, 3 years
Michelin, Industry 4.0 Capital Sponsor & Specialist, 9 years
Supply Chain Technology Strategy and Selection
Manufacturing Strategy
Clemson University - BSME & MBA
How do we select use cases and technologies for a smart manufacturing digital roadmap? (GenAI, edge, IoT, hyper automation)
How do we develop the working systems to converge digital and lean?
What does a successful smart factory strategy and roadmap look like?
How can we assess our current manufacturing capabilities and readiness for adopting smart manufacturing practices?
What are the emerging trends and future developments in smart manufacturing that we should be aware of and prepare for?