Feature

Unlock the benefits of flexible manufacturing with modular connectors

Global uncertainties have had a profound effect on manufacturing and its supply chains. From plant shutdowns during the COVID-19 pandemic to the current issues with sourcing raw materials, this upheaval has caused companies to re-evaluate their manufacturing and supply chain structures to improve resiliency.

07/10/2022 12:21:18

Research carried out by the World Economic Forum in 2020 found that companies that had implemented a highly flexible and technologically advanced risk-averse model were able to maintain their operations much more effectively. The characteristics of a risk-competitive model include responding to changing customer needs, investment in advanced manufacturing technologies, and the ability to offer reliable, local support.

Using connectivity from the right partner can help companies make the shift to flexible manufacturing – a more risk-averse operating model which ensures they are better prepared for the future.

Read the full article in DPA's October issue

Written By Sophia Bell

Sophia Bell is the Group Editor of DPA, Connectivity, and PBSI. She joined the team in 2020 as Assistant Editor after achieving a First-Class Honours BA in English Literature and Film Studies from the University of East Anglia. In her current role, she leads the editorial strategy, driving digital growth and ensuring each title continues to deliver trusted, relevant insight for engineering and manufacturing professionals.