Will a lack of future talent hamper manufacturing growth?

Posted on 16 Feb 2018 by The Manufacturer

Is there a conflict between a business investing for growth while simultaneously facing a skills dilemma? And if there is, what can be done about it? Mike Rigby - head of Manufacturing, Transport and Logistics at Barclays - reports.

Inspiring the next generation of designers, engineers and makers is of paramount importance, but it can’t be the nation’s sole focus. In its latest State of Engineering report, Engineering UK forecasts an annual shortfall of 20,000 engineers. That’s a conservative estimate, the report states, particularly regarding higher-level skills. There are several…

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