How to reduce your digital carbon footprint
If the cloud were a country it would be the sixth biggest consumer of electricity on the planet, according to Greenpeace. Powered by data centres, and with a single plant capable of consuming the same amount of electricity as 50,000 homes, the digital industry is responsible for up to four per cent of the world’s […]
Digitalisation the most effective means of plastics recycling
Digitalisation is providing the most effective means for developing a circular economy around plastic re-use, new research suggests. The agility and capability of SMEs to adopt digital technologies to enhance and promote an effective circular economy could pave the way for effectively combating plastic pollution on land and in the oceans, according to new research […]
GDPR a ‘toothless tiger’ approaching its fifth anniversary
The UK general data protection regulation (GDPR) is the toughest privacy and security law in the world but it is failing in enforcement. That’s according to a top data analyst who says that companies falling foul of data laws have often faced few, small fines giving the impression that GDPR regulation is a ‘toothless tiger’. Introduced […]
Only 13 per cent of businesses currently use artificial intelligence
Despite all the hype and excitable headlines only 13 per cent of businesses are currently using artificial intelligence. Although current take up is low, greater investment is on the horizon for the majority, according to new research by bluQube that found 35 per cent are planning to invest in artificial intelligence (AI) over the next […]
Manufacturer uses returned items to boost electronic circularity
The need to recycle and re-use electronic equipment has spurred a top manufacturer to adopt a new circular economy approach. Coffee machine manufacturer Melitta has partnered with Trojan Electronics to adopt a new circular approach to production that has led to 78 per cent of its beyond repair returned electronic items being processed and harvested […]
ERP for automated procurement and shipping
ERP solutions can help enterprises to automate and improve key business processes such as procurement and shipping. With its robust workflows, ERP has enabled alkhalij enterprises to automate business processes and implement industry best practices across departments. These improvements have had a significant impact on the organisation. alkhalij enterprises, a distributor of industrial spare parts […]
Sustainability and automation drive job trends in manufacturing
Manufacturing and engineering industries have experienced substantial shifts in job search volumes over the past year. Companies are seeking employees who possess skills that enable them to adapt to new technologies such as AI, robotics, and green energy solutions. The growing focus on sustainability has also fuelled the demand for candidates with knowledge of renewable […]
Navigating strategies in product lifecycle management
Organisations face the increasing need and requirement for granular oversight and control of the entire lifecycle of the products they take to market. With dedicated skills and technologies needed to meet cost targets, evolving market conditions and the growing demands of regulation what are the core strategies needed for successful product lifecycle management? The key […]
Digitalisation solutions for seamless traceability
The key themes driving modern manufacturing are the value of data, new business models and digital transformation with increasing focus on sustainable, human-centric and resilient manufacturing techniques. Industrial automation enables companies to manage their digital transformation by ensuring full traceability in production and logistics, warehouse management processes and enables comprehensive control and safety systems for […]
Digital transformation of supply chain planning
Digital transformation of supply chain operations is essential in driving efficiency and key to the process is supply chain planning. Manufacturers need to become more responsive to consumer needs and provide visibility to all stakeholders in the supply chain, and digital planning solutions can deliver both objectives. Kawasaki Motors Corp. USA, a power sports manufacturer, […]
Connectivity and the risk to data security
Interconnectivity is essential to business operations but greater connectivity can present security risks that expose an organisation’s vulnerability. With the increased use of more and more sophisticated technology, such as artificial intelligence, virtual reality and augmented reality, interconnectivity is absolutely imperative to keeping a business operational. But the more you connect, the greater your attack […]
eWaste is the hidden scandal of the IT and data world
eWaste is the elephant in the server room when it comes to IT asset disposal, sustainability and recycling for the circular economy. Only 28 per cent of companies consider IT asset disposal a key part of their sustainability strategy, according to an Uptime Institute survey. 92 per cent of eWaste and IT equipment in America […]
Digital transformation failing to match IT infrastructure
Ninety per cent of IT buyers say pressure of digital transformation has led them to buy technology their IT infrastructure could not support. That’s according to a new report by Pure Storage and Wakefield Research that identifies the obstacles organisations across industries face in the digital economy while on the path to modernisation and the investment […]
Securing supply chain resilience as cyber attacks increase
More than half of UK businesses have been impacted by a cyber/data security incident caused by a supply chain partner. And three-quarters of infosec professionals believe supply chain cybersecurity incidents are becoming more commonplace, according to new research published by ISMS.online. Nearly one in three respondents cite managing vendor and third-party risk as a top information […]
Automated cloud with distributed SQL
Distributed SQL is a new take on relational databases, solving problems organisations have struggled with for decades. Compounded by a world that is more connected than ever before, organisations face growing demand from across the globe. Their challenge is to operate their business continuously while also capturing demand when it surges. Xpand is a distributed […]
A time to transform through digital solutions
Digital transformation was already climbing on the business agenda for boards of directors worldwide, even before the global health crisis changed the face of enterprise forever. When it comes to establishing and holding a competitive edge, digital solutions are the sure-fire way to set a business apart from its competitors with improved operational efficiency and agility. “Businesses […]
New solution to verify provenance of data files
A new drag and drop software solution allows users to verify the provenance of any file and also create a provenance record of new data. In today’s world of fake news and AI-generated content, it is increasingly difficult to know if documents and files are trustworthy. But now anyone can easily verify the provenance of […]
Artificial intelligence ‘should not be feared’, say supply chain specialists
Artificial intelligence may be the new bad-boy on the block but the technology is vital in securing vulnerable supply chains. While researchers and business rivals express headline-grabbing opinions about the threat from artificial intelligence (AI) the technology is increasingly being used to secure supply chains that are vital for economic prosperity. “Supply chains are complex […]
Manufacturing chiefs call for re-launch of UK industrial strategy
Manufacturing bosses have called for a re-launch of UK industrial strategy to avoid falling behind on the global stage. The call to action, from Make UK, which represents 20,000 manufacturers across the country, said that British businesses risked losing out to international competitors because of the government’s lack of a long-term industrial strategy. The UK government […]
Cloud investments are top IT priority in 2023
Cloud-based IT projects dominate the spending of tech decision makers, with 50 per cent of respondents pursuing a cloud-first strategy. A new poll conducted by TechTarget/Computer Weekly revealed a notable year-on-year investment increase in cloud-based projects and saw the cloud place second when asked which technology initiatives have become ‘significantly more important’ to their organisation’s future over the past […]
Autonomous technology not always aligned with pain points
Despite greater availability of solutions companies struggle to find the best autonomous technology to solve their specific challenges. Even with a wide variety of solutions available, firms appear to have trouble identifying the best autonomous or automated technology to solve their specific challenges and pain points, according to the latest Hexagon Autonomous Construction Technology Outlook […]
