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Augmented reality: The answer to the skills gap?

The labour shortage has long plagued the manufacturing industry – and it’s a problem that has only been exacerbated in recent years. So, how do we solve this pressing issue? In this exclusive interview, Editor Sophia Bell chats to Mike Loughran at Rockwell Automation about how manufacturers can harness AR to help close the skills gap, optimise production & enhance profitability.

02/03/2023 11:11:12

What impact does the skills gap have on the manufacturing sector?
The skills gap has a hugely negative impact on the profitability of the manufacturing sector. First, it means that manufacturers are unable to run and optimise production, due to a lack of supporting personnel and skilled knowledge. This results in increased operational costs, scrap and production time, as well as more energy and raw material being used to produce lower output.

All of this cumulates to reduce the productivity of manufacturers’ operations significantly.

Read the full article in DPA's March 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.