As we step into 2025, it’s time to look back at the manufacturing trends 2024 review. How did the major predictions play out? Did they solve real-world problems or simply fuel more hype? At Beyond the Buzzwords, we’ve always focused on cutting through industry noise to deliver actionable insights for manufacturing leaders. Let’s reflect on the biggest …
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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 …
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I was starting my holiday on the ferry to France, I captured a moment that resonated with the principles of the circular economy and sustainable practices: a boat hauling a wind turbine next to a hovercraft. Watching these forces of technology, each harnessing natural resources for power and mobility, it struck me how today’s eco-friendly solutions often mirror the circular practices we …
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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, …
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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 …
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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. …
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In the penultimate blog of our Transformation Tuesday Sustainability series, we are exploring building a sustainable manufacturing organisation for a greener tomorrow in a Manufacturing business. Since this topic is a bit long (and really important), we’ll break it into two parts. In this mini-series, we’ll dive into some of the key workforce development opportunities, organisational …
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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 …
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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 …
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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, …
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