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To become future-ready, manufacturers need to focus on data strategies, rich customer experiences, workforce upskilling and action-backed sustainability goals.

For decades, industry players and government institutions in Australia and around the world have drawn up various plans to tackle gender inequity within the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics industry. 

E-commerce has been redefining how the world conducts commercial activities and now plays a vital role, not only in our daily lives but also in the growth of global economies. Thus, companies need the right tools and solutions to become active and competitive players in this space.

In the fast-paced manufacturing world, it can be challenging for companies to stay ahead of the curve and remain competitive. One way to gain an edge is through data discovery, which enables manufacturers to identify trends and patterns in their operations, helping them fine-tune their processes and improve efficiency.

Outdated assumptions and stereotypes surrounding manual labour have meant manufacturing has always been one of the most male-dominated industries in Australia. In 1998, the Australian Government’s Workplace Gender Equality Agency reported that just 25.9% of its workforce was female.

Manufacturing is becoming more innovative in the automotive sector, with advancements such as driverless technology and sustainability, particularly with the growing popularity of electric vehicles. 

Industrial automation has seen strong market growth in recent years as the global sector reaches USD 196.6 billion in 2021 and is anticipated to surpass USD 412.8 billion by the end of the decade. 

The rise of Internet of Things (IoT) devices creates significant opportunities for businesses by helping to streamline processes and uncover business efficiencies, but it can also present challenges in terms of managing and maintaining them in the case of these devices going offline.  

The manufacturing industry has been revolutionised by additive manufacturing (AM), which provides unmatched design freedom, material efficiency, and quick production times. Despite these benefits, post-processing is still essential to ensure that AM parts have the necessary surface polish, accuracy, and functioning.

Defence organisations in the United States and the rest of the world are under increased pressure to maintain their competitive edge by examining the most recent technology developments as the balance of power shifts and pressure grows.