Ai Group chief executive, Innes Willox shares key findings from the 2018 Workforce Development Needs Survey on the pressure points in the manufacturing sector. The pace of change in digital technologies continues to increase across the globe, creating digitally-enabled environments that will affect every manufacturing company. Education and training has been identified as one of … Continue reading Maximising the benefits of digital economy →

Fletcher International Exports was selected this year’s Endeavour Awards winner for the Environmental Solution of the Year Award. Manufacturers’ Monthly looks at how the company is incorporating sustainability and efficiency into its processes. For 30 years, Fletcher International Exports has operated a modern abattoir and rendering plant in Dubbo, New South Wales. The site requires … Continue reading Endeavour Awards Environmental Solution of the Year winner: Fletcher International Exports →

Geoff Crittenden, CEO, Weld Australia, shares his views on the performance of Australia’s TAFE system when it comes to welding training.  In view of the ongoing commentary in the media regarding the state of Australia’s TAFE system, I feel that it is worthwhile to comment on my experience with our TAFE partners around the country. … Continue reading Technical training is key to Australia’s future prosperity →

Business after business is moving online and mobile, so why should you? In this article we explore the reasons why an increasing amount of businesses are choosing to implement digital methods in their business and especially in their inspection. Paperless checklists are already currently being used for occupational health and safety (OHS), pre start checks, … Continue reading Five reasons why you should implement digital methods in inspection →

2018 has marked a significant year for the environment. Industries and organisations, nations and firms; all are facing higher pressure to be more environmentally conscious in their activities. Before long, many materials will be phased out, industries reshaped and operations redesigned. The good news is that it’s becoming easier than ever to comply with environmental … Continue reading Environmental inspections using mobile tools →