Mind the gap! How manufacturers can bridge the digital skills shortage that is blocking future growth
Today’s manufacturing organisations are struggling to attract and retain experienced operational managers and shopfloor workers with the necessary digital skillsets. Without action, this knowledge and skills gap will continue to widen and stunt future industry growth and innovation. In fact, almost half (42%) of manufacturers surveyed in a recent Investment Monitor report found that a […]
The Decline of NB-IoT: Why Operators are Shifting to LTE, 5G, and Satellite Connectivity
The notable shift away from Narrowband IoT (NB-IoT) hasn’t been surprising. When it was first introduced, it was seen as the only low-cost, low-power solution ideally positioned to revamp IoT connectivity as a whole. Yet today, NB-IoT has witnessed a massive decline in popularity, mainly due to challenges in its adoption, not to mention the […]
Why manufacturers must align IT and OT to achieve smart industry success
The convergence of IT and OT has become a hot topic in manufacturing, fast tracked by Industry 4.0 and the rise of the Internet of Things (IoT). As manufacturers race to digitalise operations and embrace smart industry, there is a clear challenge on the horizon. According to a recent study by Gartner, only 16% of […]
Bridging the data gaps: How satellites, AI, and blockchain are transforming scope 3 emissions reporting
For businesses striving to meet ambitious sustainability targets, Scope 3 emissions remain one of the most elusive challenges. These indirect emissions, spanning an organisation’s entire value chain, often account for the majority of corporate greenhouse gas footprints. Yet they are notoriously difficult to measure, monitor, and verify, leaving critical blind spots in both environmental reporting […]
The need for ‘constant visibility’ in the supply chain and why smart labels hold the answer
Advances in technology are having a fundamental impact on the way we work and live our lives. AI is a prime example, its effects are reshaping industries, improving jobs (by eliminating mundane tasks) and arguably profoundly changing our attitudes to everyday tasks, making us more impatient and demanding instant answers and actions. Similarly, the emergence […]
Why the future of privileged access must include IoT – securing the unseen
The rapid proliferation of IoT devices across sectors like manufacturing, healthcare, telecoms, and logistics brings a host of security challenges. Privileged access management (PAM) has traditionally been a foundational element in securing IT systems by managing access for human users to sensitive resources. However, the rise of IoT introduces a new dimension to access management, […]
Driving Digital Transformation in Logistics Through Intelligent Networking, Data Quality, and Standardisation
There’s no denying that the transport sector is a prominent cog across most global industries. As the saying goes, “There is no production without procurement logistics, and no trade without delivery traffic.” Especially as, according to a McKinsey study, 96 percent of freight forwarders surveyed plan to maintain or expand their investments in digital structures, […]
Route Optimisation for Profit, Productivity and Driver Safety
For logistics businesses, utilising route planning and optimisation tools can be the difference between having a satisfied customer or not. And whilst maximising volume density, reducing miles travelled and fuel costs are the most immediate and desired outcomes, the primary goal of optimisation is to improve overall fleet efficiency and achieve customer service objectives. A […]
Ensuring productivity in next generation supply chains
Supply chains must constantly adapt and evolve to meet the demands of a fast changing global landscape. With a steep rise in demand, higher customer expectations and ongoing disruption, there is an increased pressure to ensure better productivity than ever before. To meet these higher customer expectations though, the next generation’s supply chain needs a […]
Enhancing Efficiency in Electric Vehicle Battery Manufacturing Through Simulation
As the demand for electric vehicles (EVs) continues to rise, driven by global initiatives to reduce carbon emissions, the need to improve battery production efficiency has never been greater. In July 2024, one in seven vehicles sold globally was fully electric according to the AutoMotive’s Global Electric Vehicle Tracker (GEVT). However, the UK EV market […]