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New State of Smart Manufacturing study finds over 45% of manufacturers struggle to keep up with competitors

AU Manufacturing

A survey of 1,350 manufacturers in 13 countries has revealed that more than 45 per cent of them are struggling to outpace their competitors due to a lack of technology and suitably skilled workforces. Due to the implementation of technology, 88 per cent of manufacturers in APAC want to keep or increase employment, the study found.

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Digital manufacturing, smart manufacturing, enable sustainability efforts

Control Engineering

Learning Objectives ZF Group, an automotive manufacturer, provides motion controls for automotive, industrial, wind power. Digital transformation on the way to smart factory implementation. Smart factory prerequisites are required prior to implementation. Digital transformation on the way to smart factory implementation.

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Rockwell Automation’s global study reveals 85% of automotive manufacturers to maintain, grow workforce

AU Manufacturing

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. Moreso, among automobile manufacturers, process automation had the best return on investment.

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Discover the future of cloud-based manufacturing at Modern Manufacturing Expo

Manufacturer's Monthly

To thrive in this world of disruption, manufacturers must reduce complexity by investing in cloud-first technologies and automation. This is the position of CISCO Meraki, Cloud Network Partner of the Modern Manufacturing Expo which is set to make its long-awaited debut at the Sydney Showground on 20 and 21 September.

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Discover the future of cloud-based manufacturing at Modern Manufacturing Expo

AU Manufacturing

To thrive in this world of disruption, manufacturers must reduce complexity by investing in cloud-first technologies and automation. This is the position of CISCO Meraki, Cloud Network Partner of the Modern Manufacturing Expo which is set to make its long-awaited debut at the Sydney Showground on 20 and 21 September.

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Learn about bridging the gap from edge to cloud MES to make automation more effective

Control Engineering

Learning Objectives Understand how manufacturing execution systems (MES) and edge computing can resolve challenges related to integrating automation and other applications. Navigate the complexities of HMI/SCADA, MES and enterprise resource planning (ERP) integration to unlock operational potential.

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How digital transformation delivers bottom-line benefits for manufacturers

Control Engineering

Digital transformation insights Digital transformation enables manufacturing companies to accelerate business growth through digital technologies to transform operations. Transforming manufacturing with digital tools can help companies become sustainable, socially responsible and profitable. AI is everywhere.