Thursday, January 1, 2026

Getting to grips with manufacturing labour shortages

For manufacturers operating across Australia, labour shortages are an ongoing challenge, with many businesses now looking to innovate and deploy specialist technology to assist with the day-to-day running of their operation.

‘You can make it here’: Celebrating Manufacturing Month in Queensland

Queensland is home to a rapidly expanding manufacturing industry that employs over 180,000 people working across a wide range of sectors, such as food and beverages, advanced medication, and the production of precision aerospace components. 

The future of steel engineering: Using CRM systems across supply chains

The construction industry has undergone significant transformation over the past twenty years. Speedpanel, a leading Australian manufacturer of lightweight, fire-rated, and acoustic wall systems, made a groundbreaking entrance in the early '90s, revolutionising the Australian construction landscape.

What does it take to truly achieve smart manufacturing in Asia Pacific?

Over the past few decades, the world has witnessed the rise of Asia Pacific through its manufacturing capability, fueled by labor, economic and regulatory advantages. However, the world’s manufacturing powerhouse is now at a critical inflection point.
Unlocking Business Model Innovation through Advanced Manufacturing

Advanced Manufacturing: The Key to Unlocking Innovation

Feature Article by Natalie Macken According to the Advanced Manufacturing Growth Centre, only 5% of businesses power 94% of the Australian manufacturing sector’s entire capital...

Hardware as a service: A new paradigm for service contracts

Across the ever-evolving landscape of technology and business, Hardware as a Service (HaaS) is proving to be a transformative concept. The world at large has become familiar and comfortable with software delivered as a service commodity via subscription model both for professional organisations and individuals.

Western Sydney’s Full-Scale Advanced Manufacturing Research Facility

The Australian government has announced a $260 million investment in a full-scale Advanced Manufacturing Research Facility (AMRF) to be built in Western Sydney.  This is...

3D-printed skin technology offers hope for wound healing and hair restoration

A recent breakthrough in 3D bioprinting technology has paved the way for the creation of multi-layered living skin with the potential to regenerate hair follicles.

Protected: Workplace Safety 101: Empowering employees with knowledge and skills for a secure workplace

In today's fast-paced business landscape, ensuring a safe workplace environment is not just a legal requirement but a moral responsibility.

Should you be looking for AI in an ERP?

Artificial intelligence (AI) has enjoyed a steady rise in popularity across almost every industry since its formal inception in the mid-twentieth century. 
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AVEVA and Schneider Electric spearhead digital transformation in mining

AVEVA, a global leader in industrial software driving digital transformation, has partnered with Schneider Electric to redefine what smart, sustainable mining looks like in the age of AI.