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Could automation be the answer to the Great Resignation?

14/09/2022

Regardless of location, if you are a manager in manufacturing, you will have seen the increasingly staggering data about the so-called Great Resignation, a phenomenon where employees voluntarily decide to quit their jobs. Neil Ballinger, Head of EMEA at EU Automation, explores how automation can help manufacturing businesses cope as staff retention rates fall.

Supply chain management: How to secure your inventory

06/09/2022

Stock management has been on every manufacturer’s mind for the last two years, as businesses adapted their operations to keep up with changing demand. While supply chain issues have turned much attention to the acquisition of inventory, controlling how it is used on site is also an important issue. Here, Chris Billinge, Business Development Director of TFC, highlights some of the key technologies that help manufacturers secure their inventory.

The life of Pi: Celebrating a decade of Raspberry Pi

31/08/2022

In 2012, the first Raspberry Pi was officially launched. It may look unassuming, but, over the last decade, this powerful credit card-sized device has revolutionised the world of computing. With 40 million sold worldwide – and a market worth of over $1 billion – it is the UK’s most successful computer to date.

The UK needs to adopt centralised EV charging infrastructure to reach net zero goals

26/08/2022

Despite the proposed £1.6bn funding from the UK Government for more EV charging points, many people question whether electrification of our roads is enough to allow us to reach net zero emissions by 2050. Here, Craig Burgess, Head of Proprietary Products at PEI-Genesis, discusses why the UK should adopt the centralised EV charging infrastructure that is helping Scandinavian countries lead the EV revolution.

How can manufacturers reduce their environmental impact?

25/08/2022

With pressure being put on all businesses to lower their carbon footprint and meet the Government’s net zero targets, sustainability is going to be a big challenge for many in manufacturing.

Editors Blog

Could automation be the answer to the Great Resignation?

Supply chain management: How to secure your inventory

The life of Pi: Celebrating a decade of Raspberry Pi

The UK needs to adopt centralised EV charging infrastructure to reach net zero goals

How can manufacturers reduce their environmental impact?