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Our final thoughts… Industry 4.0 Transformation: Are You Leading or Just Lagging Behind?

by Nick LeederIGNITEit!, Transformation Tuesday 30 April 202415 April 2024Comments are Disabled

Executive Summary: A Digital Revolution Beckoning 🚀 In the shadows of the fourth industrial revolution, a series of illuminating blog posts have emerged from the HiveMind of industry stalwarts, shedding light on the uncharted territories of Industry 4.0: Each title a beacon calling manufacturing leaders to the forefront of a digital dawn. Yet, amidst the …

Beyond Automation: How Industry 4.0 Workforce Empowerment is Redefining Success in Manufacturing

by Nick LeederCHANGEit!, IGNITEit!, SEEit!, Transformation Tuesday 9 April 20241 April 2024Comments are Disabled

In a nutshell: Industry 4.0 workforce empowerment is the secret sauce In an age where technology evolves at breakneck speed, it’s imperative that manufacturing leaders don’t just keep pace but stay ahead of the curve. And what is clear is that Industry 4.0 is not just about technology; fundamentally, Industry 4.0 workforce empowerment is the …

Embrace Change in Manufacturing: Drive Innovation

Embracing Change in Manufacturing: A Blueprint for Innovation 🚀

by Nick LeederCHANGEit!, IGNITEit!, SEEit! 29 March 20241 April 2024Comments are Disabled

In the fast-moving world of the manufacturing industry, especially within the food sector, “embracing change in manufacturing” isn’t just a fancy phrase; it’s a necessity for survival and growth. The recent report from Food Industry Executive, sponsored by Catena Solutions and titled “How to Unlock Change in a Manufacturing Environment,” sheds light on this critical …

Manufacturing Technology Adoption: Are You Ignoring Your Most Valuable Asset?

by Nick LeederCHANGEit!, SEEit!, Transformation Tuesday 11 March 20241 April 2024Comments are Disabled

If you only have a minute: Putting People at the Heart of Manufacturing Technology Adoption As the manufacturing world speeds up, manufacturing technology adoption is at every turn, a standout report instigated by Nick Leeder and Sharan Burrow from the International Trade Union Confederation shines a light on what really matters. This report, a joint …

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Nick Leeder talks to SME Focus Programme

by Nick LeederACCELERATEit!, Podcasts, REDUCEit!, SEEit!, Thought Leadership 1 April 20231 April 2024Comments are Disabled

Our very own Nick Leeder talks to SME Focus Programme last Saturday about things ranging from condition based monitoring, data and the spiralling cost of energy for UK manufacturers. SMEFocus is the new programme showcasing our brilliant SMEs. For manufacturers, by manufacturers. The weekly show is hosted by Chris Greenough, Chief Commercial Officer of Shrewsbury-based SDE …

Can manufacturing harness available tech talent?

by Nick LeederCHANGEit! 28 November 20221 April 2024Comments are Disabled

November was a tough month for the tech industry with many lay-offs. Can manufacturing harness available tech talent now in the market? Amazon shed a reported 11,000 jobs, Meta dropped 13% of its workforce—or another 11,000 jobs—and Twitter’s new owner is talking about a loyalty oath even as he looks to cut costs and slash …