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AMA board member Phill Patton asked his Datacom colleagues Tracey Cotter-Martin & Dave Ffowcs-Williams to share insights on the opportunities AI holds for manufacturing in New Zealand – and some advice for organisations getting started.
NZQA has just approved a new micro-credential for Digital Systems for Productivity Improvement in Manufacturing
Activity in New Zealand’s manufacturing sector experienced stronger contraction during March, according to the latest BNZ – BusinessNZ Performance of Manufacturing Index (PMI). The seasonally...
In the ever-evolving landscape of technology and innovation, the NZ Product Accelerator (NZPA) aims to supercharge the research and development processes of local companies.
A HUGE round of applause for the amazing NZ Hi-Tech Award Finalists with a particular spotlight and shoutout to New Zealand’s ‘manufacturing’ finalists demonstrating excellence across the technology sector!
After the success of the 2023 Manufacturing Industry Conference hosted by MAKE│NZ and SouthMach, we’re bringing the conference north to Auckland for EMEX 2024. Join us on Wednesday May 29th 2024 at 10am to 5:30pm
Business East Tamaki staged an unforgettable evening filled with recognition, inspiration and a lot of fun on the 20th March! Congratulations to the finalists in the 'excellence in industry & manufacturing' category and winner Leanne's Kitchen.
The premier event celebrating manufacturing & engineering businesses across Otago & Southland scheduled for Thurs 18th April
Manufacturing is critical to the New Zealand economy, underpinning over half of our exports and employing around 250,000 people. As New Zealand’s first ever Minister for Manufacturing, Andrew Bayly, has hosted two workshops to improve the sector and encourage growth, which will ultimately make sure our economy is firing on all cylinders.
The Industry 4.0 Demonstration Network is a Government initiative to help New Zealand businesses realise the benefits of a range of digital technologies that will enhance manufacturing performance, output, monitoring and control.
This provides a prime opportunity for banks to play their part in driving productivity growth by supporting businesses with financial investment in technology, innovation and developing export markets.Take out business lending to increase productivity by 30 June, and you could be eligible for your share of $5 million worth of Productivity Grants.
Activity in New Zealand’s manufacturing sector continued to show improvement in February, but still remained in contraction, according to the latest BNZ – BusinessNZ Performance of Manufacturing Index (PMI).
The latest bi-monthly ImmigrationNZ Roundup, with a summary of policy changes in January & February - plus the usual key links and recent stats
It’s time to hit fast forward: Spark study finds a 20% uplift in advanced digital technologies could boost productivity and increase industry output by up to $26 billion in the next decade
Westpac released their new insights report today, "Manufacturing in New Zealand - Connecting for prosperity".
"Larger firms here are investing in smart technologies, although that typically focuses on getting greater efficiencies out of existing operating models. But that's very different from using digital technologies to enable transformative change." - Westpac NZ Industry Economist, Paul Clark
New Zealand has a strong manufacturing sector, but it could be better, stronger, more productive. Technology is a key enabler.
Catherine Lye interviews AMA Board member Glenn Hansen Group CFO, Vortex Engineering Group
Join us for an exciting in-person event - the Accelerating Manufacturing Innovation hosted by New Zealand Product Accelerator and University of Waikato!
Advanced Manufacturing for SMB: the path to smarter, modern & better operations
Advanced Manufacturing Aotearoa (AMA) applauds the appointment of Andrew Bayly as Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, Minister for Small Business and Manufacturing, and Minister of Statistics.
National’s Manufacturing spokesman Andrew Bayly aims to have a Minister of Manufacturing in the new Government.
The Technology Investment Network’s (TIN) inaugural NZ Advanced Manufacturing report is now available.
We need a government that’s clever enough to put policy in place that supports companies shifting from identifying high value innovation, to making it. It’s not rocket science. Or is it?
Catherine Lye is the first Chief Executive of Advanced Manufacturing Aotearoa. She has a deep knowledge of the ITP and understanding of issues faced by the sector.
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