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The practical impact of AI in manufacturing
Lance Owide, General Manager of B2B at BigCommerce, recently spoke with The Manufacturer about the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in manufacturing and B2B ecommerce. In this first instalment of a two-part series, Lance shares how manufacturers are already applying AI to drive efficiency, improve margins and streamline operations. He also outlines the essential foundations for getting started. More via The Manufacturer
Women in manufacturing: A fresh look at an enduring issue
Eleanor Baker, Women Entrepreneur Lead at Lloyds, considers why manufacturing remains an industry with a notable lack of gender diversity. More via The Manufacturer
Rolls-Royce awarded support agreement for the EJ200 engine
Rolls-Royce has been awarded a five-year support agreement with the UK Ministry of Defence for the maintenance and service of the EJ200 engine that powers the Royal Air Force’s Typhoon aircraft. More via The Manufacturer
British Steel starts recruiting for over 180 new employees to drive business forward
British Steel is starting recruitment for over 180 new employees as it prepares to ramp up production. The company, which is overseen by the UK government, has secured the raw materials to maintain a two-blast furnace operation and will significantly increase iron and steel production in the coming months. More via The Manufacturer