Are you ready? Big data and its concerns for business
Posted on 14 Aug 2014 by The Manufacturer
Jane Gray reports concerns and considerations about big-data for business from TM’s latest Directors’ Forum meeting.
Features
The UK’s global graphene race
Posted on 7 Aug 2014 by The Manufacturer
With graphene tipped to revolutionise industry, James Pozzi reviews its development as the UK looks to establish itself as an industry world leader.
Closed for business: industry and protests
Posted on 6 Aug 2014 by The Manufacturer
Following the temporary closure of UAV Engines after protests from activists against the Israeli military-owned company’s involvement in the Palestinian conflict, James Pozzi looks at other instances of when protests have ground production to a halt.
Industrial style
Posted on 1 Aug 2014 by The Manufacturer
James Pozzi visits Dr. Martens’ shoe manufacturing site in Northamptonshire and sees how following the success of its consumer line, the British icon is turning its attentions to its industrial range.
Better together?
Posted on 1 Aug 2014 by The Manufacturer
As Scotland’s decisive vote over independence draws closer, James Pozzi examines the pros and cons for manufacturing in the event of an independent Scotland.
The academics behind automation
Posted on 28 Jul 2014 by Callum Bentley
Collaboration between automation vendors and engineering education establishments is vital if students are to gain a good understanding of state-of-the-art automation technology and become an asset to any manufacturing workforce.
Last Word: Decisions decisions
Posted on 3 Jul 2014 by The Manufacturer
Who’s going to grasp the data-rich nettle in the path of the Internet of Things?
Money for something
Posted on 1 Jul 2014 by Ruari McCallion
The banks are extending their reach into areas that were either the preserve of other financial institutions or previously restricted to large organisations. Ideas like Asset Finance hold out the promise of more flexible financing arrangements; how attractive – and available – are they? Ruari McCallion explains.
Refining a British design classic
Posted on 26 Jun 2014 by The Manufacturer
James Pozzi tours the Malvern home of Morgan Motors to witness how the quintessentially British car maker is adding a modern twist to its classic designs with software giant Autodesk.
Armoured autos in the Great War
Posted on 19 Jun 2014 by Callum Bentley
With the 100th anniversary of the start of the First World War rapidly approaching TM takes a look at the impact the conflict had on British industry – in particular, automotive manufacturing.