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Siemens Congleton Digital Factory

Shining a Light on the Future Factory

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Industrial Data & AI

Why manufacturers are a particularly juicy target for cyberattack

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The key stages to deliver Artificial Intelligence into manufacturing production

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Will technology eventually make human workers redundant?

Siemens Congleton Digital Factory

The Manufacturer: Top 10 factory visits of 2019

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Is the Connected Worker the key to solving industry’s skills gap?

The Evo System developed by Moon Labs and supported by Protolabs

Life-saving hospital tech in next phase thanks to UK prototype specialist

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Game-changing technology: How 3D printing helped a Paralympian

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Manufacturing a truly digital supply chain in four steps

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Managing complex supply chains with automation and innovation

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Are 3D configuration tools the key to increased sales and customer delight?

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People & Skills

Top jobs in 2040 will involve virtual reality, artificial intelligence & robotics

Microsoft - The intelligent supply chain

Building the intelligent supply chain of the future

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Smart Factories: Combining cutting-edge tech with traditional people power