Very much enjoyed today’s webinar led by Karl Warner reflecting on InterAct Network research deploying innovative methods to think about future scenarios for #manufacturing… and what they mean for attracting the next generation to the sector…

It was fantastic to have the chance to participate in Academy of Management 2024 this week in Chicago. An excellent opportunity to share our findings from InterAct. Thank you to everyone who took the time to join our networking reception on Sunday evening, rounding off a successful week!

We were delighted to be able to join the Academy of Management 2024 Annual Meeting in Chicago earlier this month, where InterAct funded researchers had the opportunity to present papers focused on the human-centric issues affecting our digital manufacturing future. Read more 👇

In this blog article, Dr. Robert Stewart of Strathclyde Business School, examines the intersection of new technology, automation, improved data analysis, and human workers in the context of Industry 4.0. Read the full article 👇

Hear from Dr. Olivér Kovács of the Ludovika University of Public Services, Budapest as he shares his insights on the 4th Industrial Revolution, how technological change can be accomplished and what key barriers to innovation remain. Watch the full webinar 👇

Investing in new technology can be a risky process for any business, but digitalisation can offer major competitive benefits for manufacturers. InterAct funded research has outlined key considerations for businesses looking to align investment priorities. Learn more 👇

Taking place at the The MTC in Coventry on 17 Sept, The Women in Manufacturing: Changing Perceptions conference is a great initiative open to anyone interested in driving positive change and improving gender representation in the manufacturing sector. Book your place 👇

InterAct supported researchers from the University of Sussex, the University of Bristol, and the University of Wolverhampton are conducting ongoing research into drivers and barriers to adopting remanufacturing in SME's. Contribute your insights, answer the questionnaire 👇

Is your supply chain built to thrive in adversity? Professor Janet Godsell, John Burdett, and Dave Food argue we need to go beyond traditional conceptions of resilience, to ensure our supply chains are buoyant enough to thrive in the face of uncertainty. Read the full piece 👇

How can we create more responsible supply chains? This key element of InterAct's 'Future of Digital Manufacturing Ecosystems' research will be explored in-depth during our Co-director, Professor Janet Godsell's Inaugural Lecture for Loughborough Business School. Book a place 👇

We are pleased to be supporting Monash Business School School's 2025 Apparel Industry Conference. This event will focus on ESG, digitalisation and productivity challenges and opportunities for the sector. Book your place 👇

Do you have a brilliant research idea, but find yourself struggling with the grant application process? We wanted to share our top tips and advice for aspiring researchers. You can watch our recorded funding application guidance session on YouTube 👇

The process of innovation can be fraught with risk. Throughout history risk takers have forged new paths for business with bold ideas. In this video from our 'Insights from History' series, researchers explore what we can learn from these past efforts 👇

How does AI makes decisions?🤔 Hear from researchers Zitao Zhou and Maria Aslam as they explore the potential benefits of 'explainable AI', designed to explain the decision making of AI to ensure better understanding and improve equality in AI led processes. Watch the video 👇

How did we get here, and where are we going? InterAct Co-director, Professor Janet Godsell discusses historical and current industrial transitions, and the role that the Midlands region can play in the UK's manufacturing future. Read the full article 👇

How do perceptions shape the reality of the manufacturing sector? This short video offers a brief overview of the challenge manufacturers face in changing the perception of their business, and how we might start to shift things for the better. Watch the full video 👇

How can we create an equitable manufacturing future with AI? Join us for a workshop on using digital storytelling and generative AI to improve diversity in manufacturing. ⏰31 October, Birmingham Book your space👇

How can SME manufacturers compete in markets dominated by large multinationals? In this video from the 💡 'Insights from History' 💡 series, we examine the historical example of Birmingham's small arms industry SMEs collaborating to compete. Watch the full video 👇

Digitalisation in manufacturing can be challenging, but The Digital Supply Chain Hub is here to help. Their latest report reveals some of the biggest challenges you need to consider on your digital transformation journey. Read the full report 👇