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Brian Schulties,
CPO NA, Prysmian Groupconcedes the cable industry is quite
conservative and only implements
technology when it can serve a proven
purpose. “One of the most interesting
things we’re doing is putting tracking
devices on our cable drums to be able
to monitor where they are at all times
and ensure there is a faster turnaround
of these assets once the cable on the
drums has been used,” he reveals.
Meanwhile, Schulties believes there’s
potential to harness AI capabilities to
reduce the need for remedial tasks.
Almost a year on from the acquisition,
Prysmian Group is preparing the
significant step of merging its ERP
systems. “It will generate efficiencies
EXECUTIVE PROFILE
Brian Schulties
Brian Schulties is the head of purchasing for
Prysmian Group North America. Schulties
has more than 30 years of experience
in the procurement field in the automotive,
foundry and wire and cable markets.
Prior to joining the company, he was the
vice president of sourcing for General Cable.
Brian holds a bachelor’s degree in business
administration from Cleary University
and has a lifetime C.P.M. certification.213“ E XP EC TAT IONS SINCE
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