Time to get on board the mobile technology train

Following Australian consumers lead, industry should now be boarding the mobile technology train and embracing smart phones and tablets to improve productivity. Alan Johnson reports.

Food mag awards: time's running out

With entries closing this week, the 2013 Food magazine awards are a great opportunity for food and beverage manufacturers to spruik your new products and have them recognised by industry peers.

The Maker Movement catches on in Australia

The Maker Movement is here, with DIY creation becoming easier as technology like 3D printers becomes more widespread. Brent Balinski takes a look at the movement in Australia and what it might mean…

Jobs Bill hopes to get Australian manufacturers into the big projects

Will new Industry Participation rules ensure a manufacturing revival, or will they simply reinforce existing industry trends? Brent Balinski investigates.

Is supporting the car industry so expensive, compared to our heavily subsidised lives?

Holden’s announcement of job cuts on Monday demonstrates the dual impacts of the strong Australian dollar and import penetration upon the beleaguered domestic automotive industry, Remy Davison…

News

UK automotive manufacturing on the rise

Car manufacturing in the UK rose by 17 per cent in April. What's more, the nation is outperforming most other countries in the EU.

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Cambodian factory disaster kills two, continues controversy over garment production outsourcing

A workroom in a factory north of Phnom Penh, in Cambodia, collapsed on Thursday, killing at least two people and injuring at least a dozen more.

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Features

Industry Q&A: Roy Wilkinson, Company Secretary/Director at Akubra

As part of our new Q&A series we interview you, and find out what your job is day to day. This edition features Roy Wilkinson, Company Secretary/Director at legendary Australian hat maker Akubra.

Time to get on board the mobile technology train

Following Australian consumers lead, industry should now be boarding the mobile technology train and embracing smart phones and tablets to improve productivity. Alan Johnson reports.

Automation, new technology and keeping your feet on the ground

When it comes to automation, Sick is focused on four things - flexible automation, quality, track and trace and safety.

Marketing and the maturing manufacturer

Your manufacturing business is poised for growth. You’ve just won that large client your sales team have been working on for years. You’re about to enter new markets that could create unprecedented opportunities. You’ve acquired another business and there are prospective clients you know are a perfect fit. You’ve...

Whitepapers

Biggest Myths and Realities in manufacturing organisations

Greater productivity and company performance is fundamentally important, however it is often the disconnect between shop floor (production line) with the Top floor (management) that prevents manufacturers from enhancing the extend supply chain and business performance. This free report will highlight the most common myths and realities of connecting the shop...

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Missing Manufacturing's Big Opportunity

Globalisation has allowed organisations to take advantage of global price differences, with companies who successfully manage their global supply chain achieving significant cost savings. China is one of the most prolific and cost-effective suppliers operating in the global market, yet many companies are reluctant to take advantage of the...

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An Inconvenient Cost
Injuries and unsafe practices pose huge costs to the mining industry, with New South Wales mining businesses spending $24,791,000 on...
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