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Getting practical with design thinking

Good idea concept crumpled paper ball lightbulb on blackboard - creativity design thinking innovation - image courtesy of Depositphotos.

Posted on 12 Oct 2018 by The Manufacturer

Paul Stead still can’t believe just how inept politicians are when it comes to the value-add that creativity brings! So, as a small counterbalance to a world of candyfloss commentary and value-free advice he shares some hard-earned, real-world tips on documentation, team working – and creativity.

Can design solve the UK’s productivity puzzle?

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Posted on 30 Jul 2018 by Jonny Williamson

In its latest report, the UK Design Council found that around 40% of UK companies are missing out on the opportunity to make their business more productive through design.

Future of design and manufacture, according to CEO of Autodesk

future of design and manufacture - The Autodesk Technology Centre in Birmingham may be kitted out with modern kit, but all of it is regular production machinery - image courtesy of Autodesk.

Posted on 2 Mar 2018 by Jonny Williamson

After a tour of its recently opened Technology Centre in Birmingham, Jonny Williamson took part in a media roundtable with Autodesk's CEO Andrew Anagnost to discuss the future of design and manufacture, and where Autodesk fits into the new emerging ecosystem.

The Smart Factory Podcast

Posted on 23 Nov 2017 by Nick Peters

Throughout the 2017 Leaders Conference and Smart Factory Expo, The Manufacturer ran a global streaming radio service, offering interviews, comment and analysis from its conference studio in Liverpool.

On this page are some of the interview highlights for your pleasure and interest. All inter…