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Corporate Innovation Award 2024 Nick Leeder

Leading the Future: Nick Leeder Wins Industrial Digital Transformation Professional of the Year 2024

by Nick LeederBeyond the Buzzwords 23 September 202423 September 2024Comments are Disabled

We are proud to announce that Nick Leeder has been named the Industrial Digital Transformation Professional of the Year 2024 by the prestigious Corporate LiveWire Innovation & Excellence Awards. This award highlights Nick’s dedication to guiding manufacturing firms through the complexities of digital transformation, delivering practical, buzzword-free strategies that drive real, sustainable results. As the founder of Nick Leeder …

From Buzzwords to Benefits: Navigating Digital Transformation in Manufacturing

by Nick LeederBeyond the Buzzwords, IGNITEit!, SEEit! 10 September 202410 September 20242 Comments

Why are we writing this article about Buzzwords to Benefits? In today’s boardrooms, manufacturing leaders are bombarded with buzzwords like ‘digital twin,’ industry 5.0,’ and ‘generative AI-driven analytics.’ These terms have become the modern-day snake oil—promising revolutionary changes without addressing the fundamental question: What real, measurable value do they bring to our business? How do we …

The road to results… What’s coming up

by Nick LeederBeyond the Buzzwords, Transformation Tuesday 3 September 20243 September 2024Comments are Disabled

We hope everybody had an amazing summer and had a chance to recharge their batteries. Now, as we transition from the end of summer towards the holiday season, Nick Leeder & Co. is set to deliver a rich lineup of content to drive value and insight across various industry verticals. Here’s what is coming up in …

Rockwell Smart Manufacturing Report : Key Insights to Unlock Efficiency and Growth

by Nick LeederBeyond the Buzzwords, Transformation Tuesday, White Papers 9 July 20244 July 2024Comments are Disabled

Executive Summary This week in Transformation Tuesday, we take a look at Rockwell Automation’s “9th Annual State of Smart Manufacturing Report”, illuminating the path to enhanced efficiency, innovation, and profitability. The report distils key trends and technologies into six vital themes: Adoption of Emerging Technologies, Data Management and Utilization, Cybersecurity, Sustainability and ESG, Workforce Development, …

How manufacturers can exceed sustainability goals with the CoSIRI framework

by Nick LeederBeyond the Buzzwords, REDUCEit!, Transformation Tuesday 2 July 202429 June 2024Comments are Disabled

Executive Summary Over the past weeks, we have been exploring the different building blocks of sustainable manufacturing in our Transformation Tuesday blog series. This week we conclude this latest series to show how manufacturers can exceed sustainability goals with the CoSIRI framework. The Consumer Sustainability Industry Readiness Index (CoSIRI) framework is a powerful tool designed to …

Sustainability Goverance in Manufacturing

Governance for Sustainability in Manufacturing: A Comprehensive Guide

by Nick LeederBeyond the Buzzwords, REDUCEit!, Transformation Tuesday 25 June 202429 June 2024Comments are Disabled

Executive Summary In our last post we explored the role of Building a Sustainable Manufacturing Organisation for a Greener Tomorrow. Now we explore the role of effective governance for sustainability in manufacturing and how crucial it is for embedding environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles into the core business strategy, enhancing long-term resilience and competitiveness. …

Smart Manufacturing and Engineering Week 2024

Comprehensive Overview of Smart Manufacturing and Engineering Week in Birmingham

by Nick LeederBeyond the Buzzwords, Transformation Tuesday 11 June 202411 June 2024Comments are Disabled

Last week, Birmingham was the epicenter of innovation and industry progress as it hosted the highly anticipated Smart Manufacturing and Engineering Week. This event brought together an impressive array of industry leaders, forward-thinking innovators, and dedicated professionals, all eager to explore and discuss the latest trends and advancements shaping the future of manufacturing. The vibrant …

Accelerate Sustainability in Manufacturing with Green Technologies

by Nick LeederBeyond the Buzzwords, REDUCEit!, Transformation Tuesday 4 June 202429 June 2024Comments are Disabled

Executive Summary Imagine a manufacturing world where sustainability and operational efficiency go hand in hand, where your factory not only meets but exceeds environmental regulations while cutting costs and driving innovation. This isn’t a distant dream—it’s the reality that the CoSIRI framework can help guide you towards. By integrating cutting-edge green technologies, manufacturers can significantly …

sustainable business process transformation

Driving Sustainable Businesses Process Transformation in Manufacturing

by Nick LeederBeyond the Buzzwords, REDUCEit!, Transformation Tuesday 28 May 202429 June 2024Comments are Disabled

Executive Summary As a sustainability leader in a manufacturing company, you understand the critical importance of driving sustainable transformation across the value chain. Implementing a sustainable business process transformation in manufacturing using a framework like CoSIRI can be instrumental in achieving these goals. The CoSIRI framework provides a robust foundation for embedding sustainability into procurement, …

Reducing the Environmental Impact of Manufacturing in Your Own Operations

by Nick LeederBeyond the Buzzwords, REDUCEit!, Transformation Tuesday 21 May 202429 June 2024Comments are Disabled

Executive Summary In today’s rapidly evolving industrial landscape, sustainability leaders face the dual challenge of driving operational efficiencies while drastically reducing the environmental impact of manufacturing. The CoSIRI framework emerges as a critical ally in this endeavour, offering a structured pathway to not just meet, but exceed, the rigorous regulatory requirements set forth in the …

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