PBExpo 2025 Recap: Key Takeaways from Our Time at the Show

Last week, Lyndon Lattie and Lonni Kieffer had the opportunity to attend PBExpo 2025 in sunny Miami. As always, this event brought together some of the brightest minds in aerospace, logistics, and technology — and we left with valuable insights, exciting new connections, and a clearer view of what’s next for our industry.

Here are our top takeaways from PBExpo 2025:

1. Face-to-Face Conversations Deliver Real-World Insights

Nothing beats the value of in-person conversations. Whether we were catching up with existing customers or introducing SmartCert to companies hearing about us for the first time, the conversations we had provided a front-row seat to the challenges and opportunities suppliers, distributors, and manufacturers are navigating right now. These candid exchanges help us ensure we’re solving the right problems and delivering tools that move the needle.

2. Aligning Our Roadmap with Market Trends

Spending time on the floor and in sessions gave us a direct line into where the market is headed — from evolving quality expectations to increasing pressure for supply chain visibility. These insights help shape our product roadmap, ensuring SmartCert continues to meet (and exceed) the needs of aerospace companies as they push toward greater efficiency, traceability, and automation.

3. Technology Collaboration Drives Automation

The future of aerospace supply chains is digital — but no single technology can solve every challenge alone. PBExpo underscored the importance of collaboration and partnership between platforms, suppliers, and customers to build seamless workflows. We came away with new opportunities to align with complementary technologies, which will help streamline documentation processes and strengthen supply chain resilience.

4. Direct Feedback from Customers and New Faces

Trade shows are all about conversations, and PBExpo delivered. From longtime SmartCert users sharing success stories to companies just starting their digital transformation journey, the feedback we received was invaluable. It reinforces what’s working, highlights where we can enhance the experience, and helps us educate the industry on what’s possible with SmartCert.

5. Expanding SmartCert’s Visibility in Aerospace

Finally, events like PBExpo are critical for growing awareness — not just about SmartCert as a platform, but about the power of the SmartCert network. As we continue to expand our reach, we’re helping more companies move beyond manual paperwork, unlock real-time visibility into certifications, and accelerate their path to digital transformation.

A big thank you to everyone who stopped by to chat, shared feedback, or connected with Lyndon and Lonni during the show. We’re excited to keep the conversations going and look forward to seeing how these insights shape the next phase of SmartCert and the broader aerospace industry.