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SINGLETON BUSINESS BUILDER PROGRAM: IMPROVING MARKETING FLOW

I have another success to share from the Singleton Business Builder Program I helped develop and run with John Costley from Lead C.I. in partnership with Singleton Council.  This one is a local business called Singleton Pump and Water Systems. Established in 1983, their clients include farmers, mines, construction businesses, as well as residential swimming…

Getting back to business as usual can be a futile exercise

Our business world continues to demonstrate that a dynamic environment is one that is continually changing. The events of the last 2-3 years, in my view, provide a demonstration of how waiting for things to “get back to the norm” is a futile exercise, one bound to create more uncertainty and confusion, and potentially overwhelm…

5 LESSONS FROM COLLABORATIVE MANUFACTURING IN 2022

I recently facilitated a workshop focusing on the fundamental concepts of collaborative manufacturing.  Now, those of you who know me well will understand that I’ve developed a ‘healthy scepticism’ toward the effectiveness of programs or initiatives presented as the ‘future for manufacturing’. I developed this scepticism over my years in steel manufacturing, where it was…
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MANUFACTURING: HOW TO SUCCEED THROUGH ONGOING CHANGE

One of the best pieces of advice I’ve received from a mentor was when he explained that the concept “Everything will be alright when…..” is what ruins the chance for success in anything we do. The world we live in has demonstrated this time after time in the last couple of years. Just when we…

WHAT IT TAKES TO GO GLOBAL IN MANUFACTURING

Currently, only a small percentage of Australian companies are in overseas markets. However, going global can help you generate more revenue, boost sales, increase investment opportunities, diversify, lower costs and recruit new talent. In fact, many studies in Australian manufacturing have highlighted international expansion as a crucial element to sustainable success. But what does it…

HOW TO ADOPT AUTOMATION AND AI TO BOOST BUSINESS PRODUCTIVITY

Technology and industry 4.0 has really changed what’s possible in manufacturing by marrying physical production with smart digital technology.  This tech includes IT systems, the cloud, machine learning, the internet of things, and the ability to capture real-time business information and data. Then there’s software as a service, which has made everything more accessible and…
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