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7 Deadly Digital Transformation Failures in Manufacturing

Seven Deadly Sins of Digital Transformation in Manufacturing—And the Road to Redemption

by Nick LeederBeyond the Buzzwords 12 February 202515 February 2025No Comments

The article discusses the Seven Deadly Sins of Digital Transformation in Manufacturing, emphasizing common mistakes that hinder progress and waste resources. It outlines the importance of engaging frontline workers, aligning technology with business objectives, having a clear strategy, being patient, focusing on actionable data, customizing solutions, and prioritizing change management to ensure successful digital initiatives.

Manufacturing Cost Pressures in 2025 - Key Trends & Risks

Manufacturing in 2025: Growth, Risk, and the Strategic Path Forward

by Nick LeederManufacturing, White Papers 18 January 202518 January 2025Comments are Disabled

The Make UK Executive Survey 2025 reveals that manufacturers are facing significant cost pressures, particularly from rising employment costs. Many are shifting to technology-driven efficiencies rather than expanding their workforce. Despite financial strains, nearly half are prioritizing product innovation and sustainability, suggesting a proactive approach to long-term growth amid volatility.

The Manufacturing Mouse Trap: Lessons for Digital Transformation

by Nick LeederBeyond the Buzzwords 15 January 202514 January 2025Comments are Disabled

In the “Manufacturing Mouse Trap” blog, the analogy of the classic mousetrap illustrates the importance of simplicity in digital transformation for manufacturing. Companies often overcomplicate solutions, losing sight of operational efficiency. By prioritizing functionality, intuitive design, and scalability, organizations can achieve measurable success and avoid the pitfalls of excess complexity.

🎄 Elves, Efficiency, and a Dash of Digital: Santa’s Workshop Gears Up for 2025 🎁

by Nick LeederBeyond the Buzzwords 23 December 202415 December 2024Comments are Disabled

The North Pole has always been a magical place of tradition, wonder, and unparalleled efficiency—until recently. As the world around Santa’s Workshop embraces digital transformation, the toy-making elves have faced challenges keeping up. We sat down with the Head Elf to discuss how the iconic operation is modernising, the resistance they’ve faced, and their ambitious …

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Rethinking Manufacturing – Building Resilience Over Cutting Costs

by Nick LeederBeyond the Buzzwords, White Papers, World Economic Forum 19 December 202415 December 2024Comments are Disabled

For years, manufacturers relied on cutting costs to stay competitive, but recent challenges have exposed the need for building resilience over cutting costs. Global supply chain disruptions, geopolitical shifts, and growing sustainability demands have made resilience, adaptability, and innovation critical for survival. It’s time to rethink manufacturing strategies for a stronger future. The World Economic Forum’s …

Breaking Through the Digital Transformation Bottleneck: Reflections from the Digital Manufacturing Summit UK 2024

by Nick LeederBeyond the Buzzwords, Events, IGNITEit! 20 November 202415 November 2024Comments are Disabled

Last week, I had the honour of delivering the keynote at the Digital Manufacturing Summit UK 2024 from Transform Industry. I was invited by Ryan —a company dedicated to helping businesses unlock funding for innovation—and it was a whirlwind of insights, debates, and, let’s be honest, more than a few buzzwords. While the summit showcased …

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 …

Improve Efficiency with Cobots in Manufacturing Operations

by Nick LeederTransformation Tuesday 16 July 202413 July 2024Comments are Disabled

This week’s blog was inspired by a recent report by ABB on Collaborative Robots, or Cobots, and how to build safe applications with them. This inspired us to look further at how manufacturers can improve efficiency with cobots. We hope you enjoy it… Imagine walking into your factory and seeing human workers and robots working …

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 …

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 …