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Umdenken as a Service - Die Zukunft des Maschinenbaus in Europa

by Dr. Thomas Schneider, Benedikt Braig, Jörg-Andre Junker ...

Narrated by Sophie Ronczka ...

Unabridged

2 hours 38 min

»Umdenken as a Service« beschreibt die Reise von drei Maschinenbauern, eine der erfolgreichsten Exportindustrien Europas völlig neu zu denken. Ihr Ziel: Kollaboration und Service statt des klassischen Verkaufs. Ihr Schlüssel: Systemgrenzen verschieben. Alles komplett aufbohren, zerlegen und neu zusammensetzen, lautet die Devise. Das Buch will eine Initialzündung sein – für Ihre eigene Reise zu ... Read more

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»Umdenken as a Service« beschreibt die Reise von drei Maschinenbauern, eine der erfolgreichsten Exportindustrien Europas völlig neu zu denken. Ihr Ziel: Kollaboration und Service statt des klassischen Verkaufs. Ihr Schlüssel: Systemgrenzen verschieben. Alles komplett aufbohren, zerlegen und neu zusammensetzen, lautet die Devise. Das Buch will eine Initialzündung sein – für Ihre eigene Reise zu
... Read more
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Manufacturing AI

Building the Data Foundation for the Next Industrial Revolution

by Ryan Andrew Hill ...

Narrated by Brian Arens ...

Unabridged

11 hours 1 min

Turn Manufacturing Data into a Scalable Competitive AdvantageFactories create massive amounts of data from IoT sensors, MES, SCADA, quality systems, supply chain, maintenance, and others. Yet most organizations can’t turn it into decisions fast enough. The result is reactive firefighting and AI pilots that stall.The Unified Manufacturing Data Architecture (UMDA) is a practical framework built for ... Read more

$24.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Turn Manufacturing Data into a Scalable Competitive AdvantageFactories create massive amounts of data from IoT sensors, MES, SCADA, quality systems, supply chain, maintenance, and others. Yet most organizations can’t turn it into decisions fast enough. The result is reactive firefighting and AI pilots that stall.The Unified Manufacturing Data Architecture (UMDA) is a practical framework built for
... Read more
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Asset Operations

The Future of Maintenance, Reliability, and Operations

by Ryan Chan ...

Narrated by Ryan Chan ...

Unabridged

3 hours 41 min

In today’s world, the majority of asset-intensive organizations are still stuck with complex, rigid, and sometimes antiquated technology solutions that simply cannot step up to evolving challenges and an ever-changing market. Why do the world’s most important industries—ones that billions of people rely on for essential human needs—operate with approaches that run the risk of making them extremely ... Read more

$15.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

In today’s world, the majority of asset-intensive organizations are still stuck with complex, rigid, and sometimes antiquated technology solutions that simply cannot step up to evolving challenges and an ever-changing market. Why do the world’s most important industries—ones that billions of people rely on for essential human needs—operate with approaches that run the risk of making them extremely
... Read more
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Penetrant Testing: Principles, Techniques, and Applications - Interview Q&A with Experts

by Chetan Singh ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Parag G ...

Unabridged

4 hours 24 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Penetrant Testing: Principles, Techniques, and Applications - Interview Q&A with Experts" is a comprehensive guide that provides a detailed overview of the principles, techniques, and applications of liquid penetrant inspection (LPI) or dye penetrant testing (DPT) for detecting surface-breaking defects in materials.In addition to covering the ... Read more

$8.49 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Penetrant Testing: Principles, Techniques, and Applications - Interview Q&A with Experts" is a comprehensive guide that provides a detailed overview of the principles, techniques, and applications of liquid penetrant inspection (LPI) or dye penetrant testing (DPT) for detecting surface-breaking defects in materials.In addition to covering the
... Read more
Audiobook

Dropshipping: Your Step-by-step Guide to Make Money Online (A Comprehensive Guide to Building a Profitable Online Business)

by Samuel Newby ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Mike G ...

Unabridged

4 hours 28 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Start you own unique online global business selling products that you love to sell, without ever taking any inventorymany dream of having a thriving, successful business of their own.But only few take that leap of faith to make it a reality, but with today's web technology, your risk has been reduced to almost nothing! Have you thought about starting a ... Read more

$15.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Start you own unique online global business selling products that you love to sell, without ever taking any inventorymany dream of having a thriving, successful business of their own.But only few take that leap of faith to make it a reality, but with today's web technology, your risk has been reduced to almost nothing! Have you thought about starting a
... Read more
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Dropshipping: The Complete Guide to Building a Successful Financial Empire (Comprehensive Guide to Private Label, Retail Arbitrage and Finding Profitable Products)

by Stephen Schaefer ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Mike G ...

Unabridged

57 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Imagine not having to work at all.Think about being able to wake up any time you want and to do anything you desire. Working a regular job can be pretty monotonous and boring. You shouldn't waste your life away on a boring job because you will merely be existing and not living. One of the best ways of creating wealth is by having multiple passive ... Read more

$4.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Imagine not having to work at all.Think about being able to wake up any time you want and to do anything you desire. Working a regular job can be pretty monotonous and boring. You shouldn't waste your life away on a boring job because you will merely be existing and not living. One of the best ways of creating wealth is by having multiple passive
... Read more
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How Not To Shop

A laugh-out-loud, feel-good romantic comedy

by Carmen Reid ...

Narrated by Julie Maisey ...

Series Audiobook 3 - The Annie Valentine Series
Unabridged

9 hours 14 min

An uplifting, laugh-out-loud novel from Top 100 bestselling author Carmen Reid️Every book in the Annie Valentine Series can be read as a standalone️Her passion is fashion... but she's on a budget!Personal shopper Annie Valentine is about to hit the big time: presenting a glamorous TV makeover series! This is it for Annie and her little family. No more scrimping and saving, finally all her hard ... Read more

$25.49 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

An uplifting, laugh-out-loud novel from Top 100 bestselling author Carmen Reid️Every book in the Annie Valentine Series can be read as a standalone️Her passion is fashion... but she's on a budget!Personal shopper Annie Valentine is about to hit the big time: presenting a glamorous TV makeover series! This is it for Annie and her little family. No more scrimping and saving, finally all her hard
... Read more
Audiobook

Grinding Overview: Machinist Grinder Interview Questions and Answers

by Sumitra Kumari ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Madison G ...

Unabridged

7 hours 27 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Dive into the world of precision grinding with "Grinding Overview: Machinist Grinder Interview Questions and Answers." This easy-to-follow guide is your go-to resource for understanding the essentials of machining. Whether you're a beginner looking to grasp the basics, this book is designed for you.Inside, discover:- Grinding Basics: Explore the core ... Read more

$7.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Dive into the world of precision grinding with "Grinding Overview: Machinist Grinder Interview Questions and Answers." This easy-to-follow guide is your go-to resource for understanding the essentials of machining. Whether you're a beginner looking to grasp the basics, this book is designed for you.Inside, discover:- Grinding Basics: Explore the core
... Read more
Audiobook

Toyota Production System Concepts

Understanding OEE in Lean Production

by Mohammed Hamed Ahmed Soliman ...

Unabridged

40 min

Overall equipment efficiency (OEE) shows how well a machine or equipment is performing by comparing the number of defect-free products or parts it makes to its maximum potential output. The OEE of a machine or process at 100 percent means that it is working at its highest possible capacity without any errors.There are three things that make up OEE: availability, performance, and quality. When the ... Read more

$8.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Overall equipment efficiency (OEE) shows how well a machine or equipment is performing by comparing the number of defect-free products or parts it makes to its maximum potential output. The OEE of a machine or process at 100 percent means that it is working at its highest possible capacity without any errors.There are three things that make up OEE: availability, performance, and quality. When the
... Read more
Audiobook

Me? Buy An Electric Car? Hah! NEVER!

But if you're gonna Buy One, here are some things you need to know

by Philip Pallette ...

Narrated by Christopher Fong ...

Unabridged

1 hour 56 min

Promote self-sufficiency and sustainability by switching from gas guzzlers to electric cars.Do you worry about how much damage we'll do to the planet if we continue to rely on fossil fuels?Do you want to take the most environmentally friendly route possible in your efforts to protect Earth?Inside this essential manual on electric vehicles, you will discover:Compelling reasons to switch to electric ... Read more

$3.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Promote self-sufficiency and sustainability by switching from gas guzzlers to electric cars.Do you worry about how much damage we'll do to the planet if we continue to rely on fossil fuels?Do you want to take the most environmentally friendly route possible in your efforts to protect Earth?Inside this essential manual on electric vehicles, you will discover:Compelling reasons to switch to electric
... Read more
Audiobook

The Factory That Remembers

A Novel About Lean, Loss, and Leadership

by Mohammed Hamed Ahmed Soliman ...

Unabridged

1 hour 8 min

A Factory on the Brink. A Leader With Nothing to Lose. A Story You'll Never Forget.In a forgotten corner of a city once fueled by industry, a dying factory awaits its final shift. But when a new plant manager, Yusuf Kamal, walks through its rusted gates, he sees more than decay—he sees potential. With little time and no trust, Yusuf must rally a weary workforce, confront hidden resistance, and ... Read more

$9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

A Factory on the Brink. A Leader With Nothing to Lose. A Story You'll Never Forget.In a forgotten corner of a city once fueled by industry, a dying factory awaits its final shift. But when a new plant manager, Yusuf Kamal, walks through its rusted gates, he sees more than decay—he sees potential. With little time and no trust, Yusuf must rally a weary workforce, confront hidden resistance, and
... Read more
Audiobook

ClustERPuck

21 Critical ERP Implementation Mistakes ...and what to do instead.

by Shane Williams ...

Narrated by Shane Williams ...

Unabridged

2 hours 5 min

Want to keep your ERP on track?In ClustERPuck, Shane Williams breaks down the common pitfalls that can derail even the most well-intentioned enterprise resource planning (ERP) projects. This insightful guide reveals the often chaotic and problematic nature of mismanaged ERP implementations, offering practical advice and strategies to avoid turning your ERP project into a costly disaster. Written ... Read more

$10.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Want to keep your ERP on track?In ClustERPuck, Shane Williams breaks down the common pitfalls that can derail even the most well-intentioned enterprise resource planning (ERP) projects. This insightful guide reveals the often chaotic and problematic nature of mismanaged ERP implementations, offering practical advice and strategies to avoid turning your ERP project into a costly disaster. Written
... Read more
Audiobook

The Gutenberg Parenthesis

The Age of Print and Its Lessons for the Age of the Internet

by Prof Jeff Jarvis ...

Narrated by Prof Jeff Jarvis ...

Unabridged

13 hours 7 min

Bloomsbury presents The Gutenberg Parenthesis written and read by Jeff Jarvis.PROSE AWARDS MEDIA ADN CULTURAL STUDIES FINALIST 2024The Gutenberg Parenthesis traces the epoch of print from its fateful beginnings to our digital present – and draws out lessons for the age to come.The age of print is a grand exception in history. For five centuries it fostered what some call print culture – a ... Read more

$30.99 USD

Bloomsbury presents The Gutenberg Parenthesis written and read by Jeff Jarvis.PROSE AWARDS MEDIA ADN CULTURAL STUDIES FINALIST 2024The Gutenberg Parenthesis traces the epoch of print from its fateful beginnings to our digital present – and draws out lessons for the age to come.The age of print is a grand exception in history. For five centuries it fostered what some call print culture – a
... Read more
Audiobook

LikeWar

The Weaponization of Social Media

by P.W. Singer, Emerson Brooking ...

Narrated by George Guidall ...

Unabridged

11 hours 21 min

Social media has been weaponized, as state hackers and rogue terrorists have seized upon Twitter and Facebook to create chaos and destruction. This urgent report is required reading, from defense expert P.W. Singer and Council on Foreign Relations fellow Emerson Brooking. Social media are transforming war, crime, and diplomacy. Terrorists can broadcast attacks, "Twitter wars" produce real-world ... Read more

$25.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Social media has been weaponized, as state hackers and rogue terrorists have seized upon Twitter and Facebook to create chaos and destruction. This urgent report is required reading, from defense expert P.W. Singer and Council on Foreign Relations fellow Emerson Brooking. Social media are transforming war, crime, and diplomacy. Terrorists can broadcast attacks, "Twitter wars" produce real-world
... Read more
Audiobook

Dropshipping: Step by Step Guide to Dropship and Make Passive Income Daily (Extensive List of Top Legitimate Suppliers to Fast Track Your Online Business)

by Noah Carey ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Matt G ...

Unabridged

1 hour 36 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.This comprehensive guide eliminates the guesswork and provides a proven roadmap from absolute beginner to profitable store owner. You'll discover how to identify winning products that practically sell themselves, find reliable suppliers who won't destroy your reputation, create a high-converting online store that turns visitors into buyers, and ... Read more

$5.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.This comprehensive guide eliminates the guesswork and provides a proven roadmap from absolute beginner to profitable store owner. You'll discover how to identify winning products that practically sell themselves, find reliable suppliers who won't destroy your reputation, create a high-converting online store that turns visitors into buyers, and
... Read more
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Non Destructive Testing: NDT Technicians and Engineers Jobs Guide

by Chetan Singh ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Maxwell G ...

Unabridged

26 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Embark on a transformative journey with "Non Destructive Testing: NDT Technicians and Engineers Jobs Guide," a comprehensive handbook crafted by Chetan Singh, a seasoned QA QC Inspector with over 12 years of global NDT experience.Key Highlights:- Practical Insights: From the very basics to advanced techniques, each chapter unfolds practical insights on ... Read more

$8.49 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Embark on a transformative journey with "Non Destructive Testing: NDT Technicians and Engineers Jobs Guide," a comprehensive handbook crafted by Chetan Singh, a seasoned QA QC Inspector with over 12 years of global NDT experience.Key Highlights:- Practical Insights: From the very basics to advanced techniques, each chapter unfolds practical insights on
... Read more
Audiobook

Shed Couture

A Passion for Fashion

by Peta Mathias ...

Narrated by Peta Mathias ...

Unabridged

6 hours 10 min

'The point of this book is to explore my ideas for sartorial satisfaction, to tell the stories associated with my love of clothes and fashion, and to share the message of accidental sustainability.'When Peta Mathias dug through the clothes she had stored away for twenty years in her shed, she realised it was full of valuable, beautiful items that were crying out to be worn again:*'*Fashion is ... Read more

$15.99 USD

'The point of this book is to explore my ideas for sartorial satisfaction, to tell the stories associated with my love of clothes and fashion, and to share the message of accidental sustainability.'When Peta Mathias dug through the clothes she had stored away for twenty years in her shed, she realised it was full of valuable, beautiful items that were crying out to be worn again:*'*Fashion is
... Read more
Audiobook

Lights Out

Pride, Delusion, and the Fall of General Electric

by Thomas Gryta, Ted Mann ...

Narrated by James Edward Thomas ...

Unabridged

13 hours 38 min

A WALL STREET JOURNAL BESTSELLER"If you’re in any kind of leadership role—whether at a company, a non-profit, or somewhere else—there’s a lot you can learn here."—Bill Gates, Gates NotesHow could General Electric—perhaps America’s most iconic corporation—suffer such a swift and sudden fall from grace?This is the definitive history of General Electric’s epic decline, as told by the two Wall Street ... Read more

$32.99 USD

A WALL STREET JOURNAL BESTSELLER"If you’re in any kind of leadership role—whether at a company, a non-profit, or somewhere else—there’s a lot you can learn here."—Bill Gates, Gates NotesHow could General Electric—perhaps America’s most iconic corporation—suffer such a swift and sudden fall from grace?This is the definitive history of General Electric’s epic decline, as told by the two Wall Street
... Read more
Audiobook

Asset Operations

Maintenance, Reliability, and Operations in the Era of Artificial Intelligence

by Ryan Chan ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Ryan Chan E ...

Series Audiobook 2 - Asset Operations
Unabridged

4 hours 48 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.In a time when artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the industrial world, how do maintenance, reliability, and operations professionals stay ahead of the curve?This powerful follow-up to Asset Operations: The Future of Maintenance, Reliability, and Operations introduces the next chapter of transformation-one where AI, automation, and data-driven ... Read more

$15.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.In a time when artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the industrial world, how do maintenance, reliability, and operations professionals stay ahead of the curve?This powerful follow-up to Asset Operations: The Future of Maintenance, Reliability, and Operations introduces the next chapter of transformation-one where AI, automation, and data-driven
... Read more
Audiobook

The Personal Shopper

A laugh-out-loud romantic comedy from bestseller Carmen Reid

by Carmen Reid ...

Narrated by Julie Maisey ...

Series Audiobook 1 - The Annie Valentine Series
Unabridged

10 hours 46 min

A fun, feel-good read from Top 100 bestselling author Carmen Reid️Every book in the Annie Valentine Series can be read as a standalone️There's just one accessory Annie Valentine can't find...the perfect man!Meet Annie Valentine: stylish, savvy, multi-tasker extraordinaire. As a personal shopper in a swanky London store, Annie can be relied on to solve everyone's problems . . . except her own ... Read more

$25.49 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

A fun, feel-good read from Top 100 bestselling author Carmen Reid️Every book in the Annie Valentine Series can be read as a standalone️There's just one accessory Annie Valentine can't find...the perfect man!Meet Annie Valentine: stylish, savvy, multi-tasker extraordinaire. As a personal shopper in a swanky London store, Annie can be relied on to solve everyone's problems . . . except her own
... Read more
Audiobook

Additive Manufacturing Essentials

by John E. Barnes, Timothy E. Simpson ...

Narrated by AI Voice ...

Series series OpenStax Audiobooks
Unabridged

8 hours 44 min

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice.This is an audio adaptation of the ⁠OpenStax Additive Manufacturing Essentials textbook⁠. The audiobook is produced by ⁠Audileo⁠.What OpenStax says about their textbook: Additive Manufacturing Essentials is an introduction to the core principles, technologies, and methods in the field of additive manufacturing. Rooted in industry practice and innovation, ... Read more

$8.09 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice.This is an audio adaptation of the ⁠OpenStax Additive Manufacturing Essentials textbook⁠. The audiobook is produced by ⁠Audileo⁠.What OpenStax says about their textbook: Additive Manufacturing Essentials is an introduction to the core principles, technologies, and methods in the field of additive manufacturing. Rooted in industry practice and innovation,
... Read more
Audiobook

Welding for Beginners in Fabrication

The Essentials of the Welding Craft

by Roger Scates ...

Narrated by Derek Newman ...

Unabridged

1 hour 6 min

Discover the essentials for every welding beginner. Start mastering the welding craft the right way!Learning such a complex craft can be difficult and even intimidating at first. The information can be overwhelming and the options may seem endless and confusing. So much so that it’s hard to find the right place to start. That is why having a solid foundation of knowledge can drastically reduce the ... Read more

$6.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Discover the essentials for every welding beginner. Start mastering the welding craft the right way!Learning such a complex craft can be difficult and even intimidating at first. The information can be overwhelming and the options may seem endless and confusing. So much so that it’s hard to find the right place to start. That is why having a solid foundation of knowledge can drastically reduce the
... Read more
Audiobook

The Seven Deadly Wastes and How to Remove Them from Your Business

The Heart of the Toyota Production System

by Mohammed Hamed Ahmed Soliman ...

Unabridged

1 hour 16 min

This book discusses the seven deadly wastes (muda) in the value stream process. It presents the cost of each waste, its effect on the process, and how it can be eliminated to increase profitability. Waste removal increases the profitability of any business. Processes are classified into value added and waste. The seven deadly wastes that could exist in any manufacturing process originated in Japan ... Read more

$15.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This book discusses the seven deadly wastes (muda) in the value stream process. It presents the cost of each waste, its effect on the process, and how it can be eliminated to increase profitability. Waste removal increases the profitability of any business. Processes are classified into value added and waste. The seven deadly wastes that could exist in any manufacturing process originated in Japan
... Read more
Audiobook

The Revenge of Analog

Real Things and Why They Matter

by David Sax ...

Narrated by David Sax ...

Unabridged

9 hours 17 min

One of Michiko Kakutani's (New York Times) top ten books of 2016A funny thing happened on the way to the digital utopia. We've begun to fall back in love with the very analog goods and ideas the tech gurus insisted that we no longer needed. Businesses that once looked outdated, from film photography to brick-and-mortar retail, are now springing with new life. Notebooks, records, and stationery ... Read more

$27.99 USD

One of Michiko Kakutani's (New York Times) top ten books of 2016A funny thing happened on the way to the digital utopia. We've begun to fall back in love with the very analog goods and ideas the tech gurus insisted that we no longer needed. Businesses that once looked outdated, from film photography to brick-and-mortar retail, are now springing with new life. Notebooks, records, and stationery
... Read more

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