Celebrating the Innovators in Frontline Operations

Hivzo Cehajic, Process Digitalisation Lead, Novo Nordisk

2024 Golden Shovel Award

• Hivzo has made a huge impact on Novo Nordisk’s digital transformation over the past three years, converting paper-based equipment and room logbooks into a simple, effective Tulip app used by over 6,200 users.
• This impressive solution significantly enhances regulatory compliance and eliminates paper waste.
• Hivzo also actively shapes Tulip's future in the Life Sciences industry, sharing product suggestions and feedback to improve the platform for all users.

Ryan Infantozzi, Systems Engineer, Veka

2024 Golden Shovel Award

• At VEKA, Ryan significantly improved frontline operations by developing impactful applications and integrations using Tulip and Frontline Copilot.
• For instance, he created a dynamic worklog for managing Certificates of Analysis from Veka's vendors, which cut processing time by over 50% and enhanced compliance.
• Ryan's digital initiatives have transformed processes, reducing manual labor and errors for operators and supervisors.

Esmeralda Gonzalez, Digital Transformation Engineer, Stanley Black & Decker

2024 Golden Shovel Award

• Esmeralda is a driving force in Stanley Black & Decker's digital transformation at their Reynosa manufacturing site, notably through her leadership of the Manufacturing Data Center (MDC) project.
• She develops impactful apps using Tulip, focused on key performance indicators (SQDCP), and dedicates herself to coaching and mentoring internal developers.
• Her passion for empowering colleagues and advocating for Tulip makes her a prime example of embracing digital transformation and continuous improvement.

Steve Midcalf, Senior Control Systems Engineer, Generac

2024 Golden Shovel Award

• Steve is a key figure in Generac's digital transformation, having successfully deployed Tulip across numerous production lines and manufacturing sites.
• He effectively transitioned Generac's manufacturing processes from paper-based to digital using custom-built Tulip applications, showcasing his understanding of tailored system solutions.
• As a prolific user and beta-tester of Tulip Automations and Frontline Copilot, Steve significantly contributed to the platform's development for the benefit of all users.

Daniel Ferrow, Industry 4.0 Manufacturing Engineer, Stanley Black & Decker

2024 Golden Shovel Award

• Dan is a highly regarded Tulip expert who has revolutionized shop floor operations at Stanley Black & Decker's Hellaby facility, developing applications for tracking production, scrap, OEE, and more.
• His innovations, including a comprehensive tiered management dashboard, have successfully digitized the older facility and provide actionable insights.
• Beyond Hellaby, Daniel champions digital transformation across European sites, making Tulip an engaging and transformative tool for all users.

AstraZeneca’s Tulip Lifecycle Solution Team

2024 Greenhouse Award

• AstraZeneca, in collaboration with Factorytalk, developed a groundbreaking suite of Tulip apps to streamline GxP validation that is deployed and used across 24 global manufacturing sites.
• This innovative solution simplifies the traditionally burdensome validation process by using Tulip apps to validate other Tulip apps, drastically reducing complexity compared to paper-based methods.
• This standardization has enabled the deployment of over 200 additional Tulip solutions, significantly accelerating AstraZeneca's digitalization efforts and setting a new industry standard.

Bloom Energy

2024 Greenhouse Award

• In under eight months, Bloom Energy transformed its Delaware manufacturing facility by replacing its old MES with Tulip across 230+ stations and integrating it with their ERP system.
• This switch saved labor time on inventory and provided real-time data on throughput, costs, and productivity.
• Bloom Energy is now rolling out a citizen development program to empower employees to create further innovative solutions.

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