Wednesday, September 9, 2026

New research: Augmenting the bottom line with extended reality technologies

Many Australian small-to-medium manufacturers are yet to realise the benefits of low-cost extended reality (XR) technologies, says Anthony Franzè, Industrial Designer and Project Coordinator at the Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing (ARM) Hub.

Australia could be an AI global leader, says CSIRO report

A new report from CSIRO’s National AI Centre said Australia can establish itself as a global superpower in artificial intelligence by leveraging AI as commercial opportunities to support existing national industry strengths. 

Automation needed to ease APAC warehouse struggles, study finds

A new study by Zebra Technologies has highlighted growing concerns among warehouse workers in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, with over 72 per cent citing safety risks on the warehouse floor. 

Digital Manufacturing Workshop at Swinburne University of Technology scheduled for next Wednesday

A Digital Manufacturing Workshop, titled “A German approach for digital transformation in engineering and manufacturing within INDUSTRY 4.0” is scheduled to take place next...

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.

NetApp’s 2024 Cloud Complexity report unveils global AI disrupt or die era

NetApp's 2024 Cloud Complexity Report has revealed the unfolding era of "disrupt or die" driven by AI on a global scale, underscoring the significance of a unified data approach, and showcasing the stark contrast between AI leaders and laggards.

Schneider Electric joins forces with tech giants in Sustainability Tech Council launch

Schneider Electric, a global leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has joined the Sustainability Tech Council as a founding member.

Future-ready: Upskilling Australia’s manufacturing workforce

The growth of automation and digital technologies has transformed the manufacturing sector in Australia. As Industry 4.0 continues to evolve, the demand for crucial digital skills is skyrocketing. 

Future-proofing manufacturing with SAP S/4HANA

With a rapidly evolving market, Aussie manufacturers are faced with the urgent need to adopt the latest technologies to optimise their operations and stay competitive. One critical element in this digital transformation journey is the use of advanced Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.

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.
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Manufacturers should do this sooner rather than later, says precision engineer

Australian precision engineering and industrial instrumentation company CENMAC implemented ERP software when it was still a one-man operation. “I couldn’t imagine us growing to this size without MRPeasy,” says Jason Ford, Founder.