Factory Workers

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We Live to Build the a16z Podcast

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WE LIVE TO BUILD Assertion Not checkable as stated
Turney: Robotic Enameling Machines Cut Factory Labor From 50 Workers to Five
“You're taking 50 workers and now you need five that can do the same process and the level of, there's imperfections with hand filling enamel. It's just the human nature and you can get it to a T with these enamel, enameling machines.”
Eric Turney Dec 9, 2025 ▶ 5:14 We're Forced to Automate or Get Left in the Dust
a16z Prediction Not checkable as stated
Akella: Human workers will remain essential in factories for the long haul
“I really think that's where people and machines on the floor continue, and I think people are here for the long haul.”
Prasad Akella Jan 2, 2019 ▶ 7:46 a16z Podcast | Automation + Work, Human + Machine

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