Thursday, February 5, 2026

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.

AI-powered anomaly detection enables manufacturers to catch and correct errors before they affect customers

Article by James Robinson, Head of Services, Asia Pacific at SYSPRO The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the way manufacturers manage their...

How manufacturers can expose hidden costs in transport & logistics and find greater efficiency

Reliable delivery transport is like the central nervous system connecting Australian manufacturers with their networks, but hidden transport costs can diminish this ‘nervous system’ and reduce profitability.

3D People champions on-demand manufacturing as industries demand faster, more flexible production

In an era where supply chain disruptions, long lead times, and rising costs continue to challenge manufacturers, on-demand production is proving to be the smarter, faster, and more cost-effective alternative.

Micro molding in micro-optic manufacturing

Micro-optics — tiny lenses, beam-splitters, prisms, light pipes, and similar optical components — play a critical role in the miniaturization of optical applications across various industries.

Balancing profit and sustainability in supply chains

Priorities in the supply chain are expanding, moving away from cost as the main driver behind purchasing decisions. Now, sustainability and ethical sourcing are grabbing a portion of the spotlight.

The five biggest recalls of 2024

Australian consumers value safety and reliability. When they buy a product, whether it’s food, appliances, vehicles, or hardware, they expect it to perform as promised and meet acceptable quality standards. 

Automation is unlocking the future of AM services

Across today’s ever-changing manufacturing landscape, automation is no longer a luxury — it’s a necessity. The field of additive manufacturing (AM) is no exception.

Four 2025 trends shaping warehouse automation and intralogistics

As we enter 2025, warehouse automation and intralogistics continue to be shaped by technological innovation, evolving consumer demands, labour challenges and space scarcity, and a continued drive to optimise performance and efficiency.

Revolutionising industry: How AI and quantum computing are transforming manufacturing and mining

Industries like mining and manufacturing may often be perceived as traditional, but they are rapidly evolving thanks to groundbreaking technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) and quantum computing.
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