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James BrookMar 13, 2026 12:05:14 PM

The secret to manufacturing productivity? A good pair of socks

Productivity socks. Yes - actual socks. Before you ask: no, they don’t ...
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James BrookMar 10, 2026 2:48:58 PM

Agility is the New Scalability in Manufacturing

Most factories run far below their theoretical capacity. Across global ...
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James BrookMar 9, 2026 10:07:13 AM

Factory Physics: 5 Realities That Defy Standard Management Instincts

It is easy to see why standard management instincts dominate the factory ...
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James BrookJan 20, 2026 10:27:16 AM

Choosing the Right Manufacturing Process Monitoring Software

Choosing the right manufacturing process monitoring software is an ...
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James BrookDec 9, 2025 11:06:14 AM

UK Manufacturing Productivity - The challenges and opportunities

UK manufacturing continues to face a persistent and well-documented ...
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James BrookDec 3, 2025 12:02:55 PM

Machine Utilisation Monitoring: What, Why and How

This article explores machine utilisation monitoring and answers what it ...
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James BrookNov 28, 2025 1:05:07 PM

Five Trends That Will Shape the Smart Factory in 2026

For years, manufacturers have been bombarded with bold promises about ...
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James BrookNov 19, 2025 11:35:47 AM

Why manufacturers seeking ‘more’ are moving beyond traditional tools

For decades, manufacturers have relied on a familiar mix of spreadsheets, ...
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James BrookOct 21, 2025 3:12:09 PM

Six common factory challenges that hurt productivity

In manufacturing, one KPI rules them all: on-time delivery. But behind ...
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James BrookSep 30, 2025 3:50:31 PM

Manufacturing Production Software: Gain Visibility, Unlock Efficiency

Manufacturing production software helps factories plan, monitor, and ...
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James BrookSep 25, 2025 10:26:29 AM

How Manufacturers Can Implement a Continuous Improvement Strategy

In manufacturing, standing still is not an option. Today, customers demand ...
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James BrookJul 10, 2025 10:59:24 AM

Manufacturing Data Collection: The First Step to Shop Floor Optimisation

To optimise productivity on the shop floor, manufacturers need more than ...
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