Manufacturing faces quantum-era supply chain pressures as LFI opens Asia Pacific base
Quantum computing has long been framed as a future technology challenge, but growing investment from governments and industry is beginning to shift the conversation toward its economic and operational implications for industrial sectors.
From cost exposure to cost control: Using energy flexibility to protect margins
Electricity price volatility is reshaping the cost base of Australian manufacturing, challenging long-held assumptions that energy can be treated as a stable operational input.
Child-safety focus drives new washing machine design standard ahead of 2026 deadline
Australia’s appliance manufacturing sector is preparing for a major design update following a standards amendment that will require new washing machines to include a dual-action start mechanism from July 2026.
GridBeyond highlights role of technology in navigating energy market swings
Energy price volatility continues to pose challenges for manufacturers and other energy-intensive industries, particularly as electricity markets experience more frequent and unpredictable price swings.
Bypassing the weakest link: How Relectrify targets energy costs in manufacturing
For generations, battery storage efficiency has been dictated by a hidden limitation: the performance of its weakest cell. In traditional designs, interconnected cells create a vulnerability where a single underperforming component compromises the entire pack's output.
Reducing downtime through real-time shop floor insights with Minitab’s Prolink
Unplanned downtime remains one of the most costly – and often misunderstood – challenges on the manufacturing floor.
GridBeyond releases Global Energy Trends 2026 report
As energy systems change at an unprecedented pace, businesses and grid operators are confronted with new pressures and prospects. From the rapid adoption of AI and electric vehicles to the increasing impact of extreme weather events, the demands on electricity networks are more complex than ever.
Australian Manufacturing in 2025: A year of transition, technology and talent
Australia’s manufacturing sector spent 2025 navigating a complex mix of economic headwinds, technological acceleration and policy-driven transformation, as reflected in year-long coverage by Australian Manufacturing.
Manufacturing drives Boral’s push to scale circular materials as recycling demand surges
Australia’s manufacturing sector is emerging as a central driver in Boral’s expanding circular materials program, with the company reporting that more than 2.5 million tonnes of construction and demolition waste are now diverted from landfill each year through its national recycling operations.
Behind the line: How manufacturing upgrades powered ReFil’s newest caramel flavour
Australia’s food manufacturing sector has been undergoing a period of rapid transformation, driven by rising consumer demand for healthier choices and increased investment in local production capability.
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Automotive canopy and tray manufacturer manages 6,000 SKUs with self-implemented ERP
Australian automotive accessories manufacturer Trig Point self-implemented an ERP system in just three months and gained control over its unwieldy component inventory, product customizations, and production processes. “We wouldn’t be able to manage that without a system like this,” says Chris Wasylkiw, Production Engineer.
