Three fundamentals needed to rebuild Australia’s manufacturing sector
A new National Reconstruction Fund recently announced by the Federal Government aims to build a future made in Australia, with a specific focus on identifying and investing in manufacturing technologies that will help the nation transition to net zero emissions.
Three recalibration strategies that will drive growth for manufacturers
The manufacturing sector is working through several challenges, including economic issues, workforce displacement as well as digital transformation. Now is the time to refocus on activities that will balance their risks with projected rewards.
How the automotive industry can turn data into their advantage
For the automotive industry, edge computing represents a solution to latency, bandwidth, and autonomy challenges, as well as regulatory and security requirements, that hold us back from reaching the full potential of data.
Leveraging food and beverage manufacturing with Industry 4.0
With global enterprises looking for ways to improve their business performance and enhance capabilities across various sectors, it is no secret that Industry 4.0 has become one of the most discussed topics amongst industry professionals.
Australia must invest in copper to keep pace with ‘global supply war’
Article by Michael Huggins, Director and ANZ Head, Partners in Performance
Moves to acquire copper mines and mining companies by industry giants Rio Tinto and BHP...
3D printing — driving business in the automotive sector
Article by Nick Allen, managing director at 3DPRINTUK
The automotive sector is driven by the need for quality parts, delivered in a timely fashion, and...
The case for mass finishing for mass AM parts and components
Post-processing is a hot topic in the area of additive manufacturing (AM), which is unsurprising as in many applications, the post-processing step(s) can account for upwards of 50% of the total unit cost for an AM part. So the drive is on to reduce the time and cost of the post-processing step in product development, while simultaneously keeping an eagle eye on the unswerving need for precision and repeatability in production.
How to contain costs with inflation on the rise
Article by Josh Bardell, Lead Strategic Consultant at PROS
If done correctly, pricing is the most sustainable lever businesses have against inflation and overall market...
The major tech risk behind Australia’s Sovereign Manufacturing Capability Plan
Article by Jim Steed, managing director at Nutanix A/NZ
Australia’s Sovereign Manufacturing Capability Plan – instigated by the previous Government and inherited by Labor –...
Made in Australia – Kickstarting a resilient local IT Supply Chain is critical
Article by Phil Straw, Chief Executive Officer at SoftIron
The world has been through a fundamentally transformative time that has demonstrated the fragility of supply...
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Don’t get left behind: Manufacturing’s urgent need for digital transformation
As digital transformation reshapes industries worldwide, manufacturers in Australia and beyond are finding themselves at the forefront of an evolution. This shift presents opportunities for companies looking to improve efficiency, drive innovation, and boost growth.
