The modern Industrial Strategy backs big firms. The real test is what pulls through to SME suppliers, and why waiting for it is still the wrong move.
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As we build up to Christmas, most factories are not winding down. They are flat out. You are pushing hard to get orders out of the door, lining up maintenance windows, juggling last-minute changes in demand and trying to hold everything together so you can switch the lights off for a few days. It is …
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In the glamorous world of digital transformation, we often idolise shiny new and apparent game-changers like AI, Industry 5.0, and, as in last week’s post, cobots. But what about the underdogs? In this week’s Transformation Tuesday post, we explore 5 Boring Innovations that Revolutionised Our World. The seemingly dull inventions that quietly shape our daily …
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I’ve worked in the Engineering and Manufacturing space for over 25 years now and something strange is happening at the moment… For some reason CAD and PLM is a hot topic for investors right now. Why could this be? Why is CAD and PLM is a hot topic for investors? CAD (Computer-Aided Design) and PLM …
The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the critical role that manufacturing and supply chain systems play in powering the global economy. To navigate current and future market and climate change disruptions and stay competitive, the leaders must go beyond the transformation of manufacturing operations and leverage investments in technology to reinvent their business models. Aggregating the …
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