When disaster strikes, supply chain resilience tends to trump costs
In a shifting global landscape the priority is to build supply chains that can bend without breaking
Supply Chain Focus Special Report
When OT meets IT: Digitalising the manufacturing process
Digitalisation allows manufactures to plug each piece of kit on a production line into software that makes it visible, measurable and manageable
Manufacturing sector takes meaningful strides towards sustainability
Market leaders are now brands that provide detailed information about their suppliers and manufacturing processes
Shining a light on renewables in manufacturing
Renewable technologies such as solar power cut financial and environmental costs at both ends of the supply chain
A showcase for innovation, collaboration and progress in the manufacturing industry
The National Manufacturing & Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition 2025 will cover cutting-edge developments in Industry 4.0, automation, sustainability, supply-chain management and more
National effort required to maintain Ireland’s manufacturing edge
The 10th National Manufacturing & Supply Chain Conference and Exhibition will be an opportunity to learn more about the latest innovations that will help our manufacturing sector to compete
AI has critical role to play as supply chains become ever more complex
The unique ability of artificial intelligence to rapidly analyse large volumes of data can deliver invaluable insights into unwieldy logistics networks
Collaboration and communication key to filling skills gap
Manufacturing faces talent shortages in areas such as digitalisation, sustainability, robotics and automation. Third level alone can't fulfil the need
Rise of the cobots: Electronic workmates a shot in the arm for industry
Collaborative robots have come a long way since they were developed in response to a need for robotic arms that could safely operate alongside humans
Bringing artificial intelligence to the factory floor
AI is unlocking unprecedented efficiency and precision in manufacturing processes for businesses that take the leap
Rise of the robots: Why Ireland needs to up its automation game
As robot adoption continues at speed, Irish manufacturing firms must keep pace
Moving towards the adaptable supply chain of the future
With uncertainty the new normal in supply chain management, adaptability is the surest way forward
Regulation means paying lip service to supply chain ethics won’t wash
The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive means no more excuses when it comes to ethical sourcing
Bringing it all back home – reshoring and nearshoring’s resurgence
International tensions mean manufacturers are again seeking to reduce dependence on distant suppliers
Generative AI will transform supply chain management
With its capacity for fast analysis of internal and external supply chain data, AI is already lightening managers’ load
Could disruption bring a return to locally produced, seasonal produce?
As embattled producers negotiate climate change, consumers are pushing back against industrial farming
How can businesses keep procurement costs down and be sustainable?
Supply chain managers are at the forefront in the transition to sustainability but it can be tricky to navigate
New Brexit checks and controls will add to Irish exporters’ costs
Just when you thought it was safe to get back in the water, more Brexit convolutions are looming
Global issues continue to have a strong bearing on supply chain trends
Digitalisation, sustainability, geopolitics, automation and regionalisation will be key trends in supply chain management in the year ahead
A friend in need is a friend indeed
What is friend-shoring and how can it improve international relations?
Ethical sourcing strategy now a must-have
While there are costs associated with ethical sourcing, the real cost for businesses lies in taking no action
Risk and resilience key to future supply-chain strategies
Many companies may be diversifying their supply base and building partnerships with multiple suppliers to be prepared should another crisis arise
Answering the tax question
Corporation tax isn’t the only consideration of course. Companies will have to look at indirect taxes like customs duties and VAT as well and what their impact will be in a changed market environment
Recent challenges underline the benefits of building resilience
A resilient supply chain can respond to and recover from unplanned disruptions
Squaring the supply-chain sustainability circle can’t be half-hearted
Tweaks won’t make companies’ supply chains sustainable – a whole-system approach is called for
Crosswords & Puzzles
Crosswords & puzzles to keep you challenged and entertained
Stardust
Inquests into the nightclub fire that led to the deaths of 48 people
Common Ground
How does a post-Brexit world shape the identity and relationship of these islands
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Weddings, Births, Deaths and other family notices