Sales and operations planning, or S&OP, is essentially an integrated business planning process, though some consider the latter more holistic and inclusive. Here, Jedox informs us what S&OP is, what it is used for and how it provides value to organisations.

Atlas Copco discusses how manufacturers can harness energy efficiency to reduce costs – and their CO2 footprint – by investing in a range of products that connect, scan and optimise compressed air systems.

Australian space companies are collating innovative skills and resources to develop a world-first at a new space centre in New South Wales. Manufacturers’ Monthly sat down with Australian SME Spiral Blue to find out what it hopes to achieve from the exciting new project.

Manufacturers’ Monthly attended the German-Australian Growth Summit 2021 to garner insight on important economic topics relevant to manufacturers, from key business leaders.

Several weeks ago, Northern NSW experienced some of the worst flood waters in its history, with the city of Lismore and surrounding areas left to deal with significant infrastructural damage. Communities across the region are slowly beginning to rebuild, largely thanks to the support from local businesses offering services and product wherever possible.

In 2022, Black Sky Aerospace will launch the first locally manufactured and designed rocket into space from Australian soil. Billy Friend speaks with CEO Blake Nikolic about how the veteran-led company is breaking boundaries to facilitate sovereign capability in space and defence. 

The German-Australian Chamber of Industry and Commerce has identified key topics businesses can no longer ignore: Digitalisation, Decarbonisation and Talent.

Welding is an art, a skill, a trade, an engineering discipline, and a science. Welding is the most universal process on the planet. It is crucial to the construction of essential structures like bridges and high-rise buildings, as well as mining equipment, pressure vessels and ships, and even household appliances, like stoves and washing machines. … Continue reading Industry support is vital for Australian standards →

The extensive portfolio of Functional Safety Devices from SEW-EURODRIVE, is part of the MOVI-C® modular system portfolio, enabling users to implement simple to complex safety functions, in a multitude of safety applications.

The rugged conditions of mining sites bring a unique set of safety concerns, from chemical and mechanical hazards, to heavy loads and vibrational impact. Workers use their hands on a daily basis for tasks such as welding, cutting, and operating complex machinery, and so gloves are an important piece of protective equipment on every mine … Continue reading Protecting our most valuable tools: hand safety in the mining industry →

Manufacturers’ Monthly gains insight from Caterina Enters, the IBP process lead for Laminex Australia, on her role within an Australian manufacturing team and what makes the business a great place to work.

Manufacturers’ Monthly speaks with LINAK Australia TECHLINE business unit manager, Andrew Cooper, about a smart and customisable actuator that is setting new industry standards.

For a company to implement Industry 4.0, its machinery and equipment must be able to communicate with each other and the internet. To ensure customers can integrate existing industrial cooling units into condition monitoring and IoT systems, Rittal offers a special adaptor that retrofits comprehensive communications capabilities.

Established in 1936, Bambach Wires and Cables is an Australian owned and operated manufacturer of premium quality electrical cables. Servicing several industries across wastewater, marine projects, switchboard, and infrastructure development, they are currently working to increase their overall manufacturing capacity from 30 to 250 tonnes of finished goods per month.

As the premier business event for the waste, recycling and resource recovery sector, AWRE returns to the ICC Sydney this 24 – 25 August. AWRE provides a platform for the best to come together and join forces for a world of solutions towards a cleaner, more sustainable future.

Sydney is currently the stage for a showcase of the latest manufacturing technology and cutting-edge innovation, as the inaugural Australian Manufacturing Week exhibition takes place at Darling Harbour.

Increasing operational efficiency is a key part of business success. To support your innovation and productivity goals, 3D Systems is re-inventing stereolithography (SLA) with the introduction of a full SLA workflow solution, optimised for factory floor integration.

Closely regulating the storage environment of perishable goods is crucial to maintaining health and safety standards in food handling. That is why robustly built and maintained cool rooms are essential to any food production site – especially in warmer climates such as northern QLD.

Here are four reasons why Jedox is trusted by more than 2,500 organisations globally.

Essity Australasia is a personal care and hygiene company known for its market-leading household brands including Sorbent, Handee Ultra, Purex, Libra, Tena, Tork and Treasures. Their Springvale site in Victoria supports 100 operational staff and 150 administration staff in manufacturing feminine care and incontinence care products for over 40 years.