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How advanced manufacturing will boost Australia’s competitiveness

Australia’s ability to make more world-class products is one step closer to a resurgence with the House Standing Committee on Industry, Science and Resources last month announcing an inquiry into developing a local advanced manufacturing industry, with submissions closing on 30 March. 

Manufacturing SMEs among prolific collaborators in CSIRO’s Innovation Connections initiative

A series of partnerships between small business players and academia have received backing from Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO, to realise big research and development outcomes in various industries, including manufacturing. 

The crucial role of workforce management in continuous shift manufacturing environments

There are a multitude of challenges currently facing the manufacturing sector in Australia, not least managing an ageing skilled workforce operating on a 24/7 shift basis.

Overcoming the Payroll Challenge

Given the proverbial payroll cycle is rife with legislative and logistical obstacles, processing accurate, compliant and prompt payroll requires many working parts. That’s The Payroll Challenge.

EMU Australia champions local craftsmanship during Australian Made Week

As Australian Made Week puts the spotlight on local innovation and craftsmanship, iconic footwear brand EMU Australia is celebrating its longstanding commitment to Australian manufacturing – with 68 per cent of its domestic business now coming from its Australian Made range.

Kellogg’s joins clean energy revolution

Kellogg's Australia has just signed a seven year power purchase agreement (PPA) with the Beryl Solar Farm. The PPA allows Kellogg's to generate 100...

5G in APAC manufacturing

More than one million people have subscribed to a 5G mobile contract in South Korea, meaning demand for the high-speed technology has easily outpaced...

Unleashed levels the playing field for small manufacturers with new MRP tool

For many small and micro manufacturers, managing production and raw material planning has long been a challenge – limited by costly and complex enterprise systems that are often out of reach.

Webinar | What manufacturers can learn from Life-Space Group’s digital transformation

Browse the shelves at any major pharmacy or supermarket and you’ll likely spot a Life-Space Group product.

How technology supported Foodmach in keeping up with demand for mask-making machines during COVID-19

Article by Rod Hunt, Head of Customer Strategy and Innovation at Autodesk (Australia & New Zealand) When Autodesk customer Foodmach, an automation, robotics, integration and turnkey...
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AVEVA and Schneider Electric spearhead digital transformation in mining

AVEVA, a global leader in industrial software driving digital transformation, has partnered with Schneider Electric to redefine what smart, sustainable mining looks like in the age of AI.