Palantir's Mike Gallagher and Matt Babin on AI & Shipbuilding Integration--on Midrats
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Summary
In this conversation, the hosts and Palantir’s Head of Defense Mike Gallagher and Head of Shipbuilding and Naval Programs Matt Babin discuss the integration of AI and advanced manufacturing techniques in shipbuilding, particularly focusing on the role of Palantir’s ShipOS in transforming shipyard operations. They explore the generational gap in expertise within the industry, the importance of optimizing workforce efficiency, and the collaboration between NAVSEA and the Maritime Industrial Base Program. The discussion also touches on legislative support needed for modern shipbuilding and the challenges faced in submarine maintenance and production.
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Takeaways
AI and software can enhance traditional shipbuilding processes.
ShipOS integrates various aspects of shipyard operations.
Bridging the generational gap is crucial for shipbuilding.
Workforce efficiency can be optimized through better planning.
Legislative support is needed for consistent funding in shipbuilding.
Software tools can help decision-makers understand costs better.
The shipbuilding industry must attract younger talent.
Chapters
00:00: The Future of Shipbuilding and AI Integration
03:55: Transforming Shipyard Operations with ShipOS
10:31: Bridging Generational Gaps in Shipbuilding Expertise
12:00: Optimizing Workforce Efficiency in Shipyards
18:24: Advanced Manufacturing Techniques in Shipbuilding
20:48: Leveraging Commercial Technology for Naval Advantage
25:51: Collaboration Between NAVSEA and the Maritime Industrial Base Program
33:42: Legislative Support for Modern Shipbuilding
44:32: Addressing Challenges in Submarine Maintenance and Production
Haven't had a chance to listen yet.....
This immediately stuck out;
"Workforce efficiency can be optimized through better planning."
Workload leveling is a direct function of assembly time and backlog. If you want to control efficiency effectively the schedulers and production planners need to have final prints and both short and long term production requirements (backlog.). Inconsistent work means layoffs which kill both efficiency and talent.
Uhhh...Palantir? Was the ghost of Edward Louis Bernays not available? I think I'll skip on what the surveillance state spokesman has to say.