Procurement in uncertain times: How manufacturers can strengthen supplier relationships and control costs
Australian manufacturers operate in a volatile and uncertain market. Supply chain disruptions, fluctuating material costs and unpredictable market demands highlight the importance of robust procurement strategies.
Making a success of Australian Made: Why securing every facet of your manufacturing enterprise...
In 2025, the manufacturing sector will represent a small but vital part of Australia’s economy. According to the World Bank Group, it employs 885,000 people—around 6.1 percent of the country’s workers—and is responsible for around five percent of GDP.
Why agentic automation is the next evolution in advanced manufacturing?
Australia’s manufacturing sector is integral to the country’s economic framework, employing over 850,000 individuals and contributing approximately 6% to the national GDP.
Locking down the lines: Why it’s time for Australian manufacturers to invest in more...
How much of a hit to the bottom line would a few hours or days offline represent to your manufacturing business right now?
Rewriting the rules of scalable manufacturing
When contemplating advanced manufacturing, disruptive technologies often find themselves miscast — positioned as replacements rather than reinforcements.
Future-proofing water infrastructure
Greater Western Water (GWW) serves Victoria, one of Australia’s fastest growing and culturally diverse states. GWW faced several challenges including the need to meet stricter environmental compliance and sustainability targets.
Construction procurement: the blind spot in our climate ambitions
A glaring blind spot sits at the heart of most construction projects, one that threatens our ambitions to protect the climate.
Supporting Australia’s solar switchover
Australia has led the way in rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) penetration for the last decade — nearly one out of three Australian homes now have solar panels on their roofs, according to SunWiz.
Top five export mistakes and how to avoid them
Selling overseas can be an excellent way for Australian businesses to boost revenue and profits but there are pitfalls aplenty for the unprepared.
Navigating the complexities of total manufacturing cost
In the current state of manufacturing, rising labour costs, energy process, and ongoing supply chain issues have identified the need for sharper cost control.
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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.
