Moving manufacturing operations back home is in full swing in the US and UK, and is starting to happen here, as Alan Johnson reports.
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Exporting: where to begin?
For first time exporters, the thought of selling their products overseas can be daunting, but fortunately help is at hand, and it’s free. Alan Johnson reports.
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Don’t get dumped on
Duties are imposed on products dumped in Australia, but the system catches some ‘good guys’ too, as Alan Johnson reports.
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Don’t ignore the signs
Recent Australian research reveals the influence of drugs and alcohol on workers is far more widespread than once believed. Alan Johnson reports.
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Are you claiming your R&D?
Don’t miss out: it’s now easier to claim Research and Development (R&D) activities than ever before, as Alan Johnson reports.
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Intrusion detection for the IIoT: how do we detect threats on the factory floor
The Industrial IoT (IIoT) provides manufacturers in all industries with greater connectivity that in turn, generates valuable information and intelligence regarding operations. By leveraging this intelligence, they are able to attain significant efficiencies and manufacturing improvements.
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Getting new smarts
Much is written about the benefits of technology transfers, but very little on ‘how-to’. Alan Johnson highlights some options.
Most Australian manufacturers incorporate a high level of technology into
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Manufacturing opportunities abound across Asia
The recent China FTA is very good news for certain manufacturers, while others might find better returns in other Asian countries. Alan Johnson reports.
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Cyber security for manufacturers
Manufacturers who think their computers will never get hacked need to think again. Alan Johnson reports.
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To sack or not to sack?
IR and HR issues are some of the most complex areas of running a company today, but many manufacturers continue to treat them as secondary matters. Alan Johnson reports.
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Mobile computing – the promises and the pitfalls
More and more manufacturers are taking advantage of mobile computing devices in the workplace, but many remain unaware of the problems they can generate. Alan Johnson reports.
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It’s time for manufacturers to get nimble
A recently released manufacturing survey reveals agility is not just beneficial for our physical health, but for companies as well. Alan Johnson reports.
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The top 100 manufacturers in Australia
This time each year IBISWorld delivers Manufacturers’ Monthly a list of the top 100 manufacturers in Australia. Alan Johnson investigates how the various sectors ranked on this year’s list.
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Kaeser Compressors celebrates 25 years in Australia
Next month will see Kaeser Compressors Australia celebrating its 25th anniversary. As Alan Johnson reports, the company has had quite a journey.
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Acquiring finance in today’s market
Interest rates are at an all-time low, but Australian manufacturers are still struggling to raise finance. Alan Johnson outlines some options.
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Dealing with Australia’s STEM shortage
An Australian program, which links schools with industry in a collaborative environment, is successfully engaging students in an engineering future. Alan Johnson reports.
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CAD software and the need to keep up to speed
CAD software companies work tirelessly to make the process of designing as fast and efficient as possible, however, many users are not keeping up to date on enhancements.
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Technical skills not enough
While technical skills are important, they are not everything. As Alan Johnson writes, manufacturers are advised to also include vital softer skills in their training programs.
Employees and employers are calling for more e-learning opportunities.
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Hydraulic bolting systems – keeping components aligned
Hydraulic bolting systems offer industry optimum outcomes for motor and gearbox alignment. Alan Johnson reports.
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Logo is a bargain buy
Manufacturers are urged to take advantage of one of our most cost-effective marketing tools - the Australian Made logo. Alan Johnson reports.
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