Manufacturing News

Technology can Enable Manufacturers to Grow by Onshoring

Recent developments in the field of automation offer an attractive proposition for reshoring the supply chain for Australian manufacturers.

Manufacturing Software in 2019. How MRP Platforms have Changed.

In the past decade the manufacturing industry in Australia has changed dramatically, and so has Manufacturing Software (also known as MRP software). Interestingly, the concept of Enterprise Resource Planning software was born in the manufacturing industry. In the late...

How Flooring and Carpet Businesses can Seize Growth Opportunities

Industry revenue in the timber flooring and carpet retailing and distribution sectors has been affected by strong import growth and increasing competition from substitute flooring products. However, higher demand from the residential housing and construction market...

MRP, ERP or BMP? Manufacturing Technology for 2019.

It’s a relatively unknown fact that the Manufacturing Industry pioneered MRP and ERP technology, long before other industries caught up. In the 1960’s, two leading manufacturers, Black and Decker and Toyota were the first major manufacturing companies to make a...

Cloud Technology for a Competitive Manufacturing and Exporting Industry

The Australian manufacturing industry has undoubtedly contracted when compared to other booming sectors in the past two years. Due to this fact, many manufacturers are leading their industries by implementing more efficient and automated systems to not only support...

GABS Beer, Cider and Food Festival Highlights 2018

The Best of GABS 2018GABS 2018 was held in Melbourne on 18-20th May and our Marketing team couldn't resist the opportunity to check it out, do a little industry research, and of course support our Aussie craft brewers. It's safe to say that the beer, cider...

Top Three Cashflow Tips for Craft Breweries

If there is one business goal that a growing craft brewery needs to focus on, it's this: don't run out of cash. In recent years, the craft brewery industry has seen increased demand and competition. More microbreweries are entering the market, with even more regional...

85% of Manufacturers Agree That Digital Technologies are Transforming Job Shop Businesses

Why should your job shop manufacturing business embrace digital technology? The term “digital technology” is being used everywhere, so it’s important to delve into what it really means. Digital technology is enabling collection and analysis of data...

Caravan and Motorhome Industry is Growing at 4.2% Annually – How Can Companies Gain from the Growth?

Industry UpdateAustralia’s ageing population is driving demand for caravan, motorhome and camper trailer rental and purchasing. According to a recent IBISWorld report, the caravan and motorhome industry is projected to grow at an annualised 4.2% over...

How to Ensure Your Business Thrives in the Medical Equipment Manufacturing Industry

The medical equipment manufacturing sector is growing rapidly. With an ageing population and emerging foreign markets, medical equipment manufacturers face endless challenges within the industry; competitive pressures, product complexity and customer...

MiniFAB Gain Business Transparency with NetSuite

As a business that has seen significant growth, MiniFAB have moved to underpin their future growth by implementing a cloud-based, integrated, advanced manufacturing solution, NetSuite. Established in 2002, MiniFAB is a privately-held contract...

Transform your Manufacturing Business

A one system solution for end-to-end process automation Whether it's technology you need to transform your manufacturing processes or software to automate your office through to shop floor, Klugo and Headland Machinery can help you streamline your manufacturing...

Business KPIs for Manufacturing Companies Using NetSuite

SL Associates surveyed a number of manufacturing customers who have implemented NetSuite. They identified which KPIs these manufacturing companies track as well as the improvements they’ve realised by basing their core operations on NetSuite’s multifaceted...