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Forrester: AI, geopolitics to reshape factories by 2026

Wed, 17th Dec 2025
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AI, geopolitics and safety rules will force manufacturers to rethink factories, robotaxis and in-car screens by 2026, says Forrester.
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Labour shortages & rising costs stall Australia's productivity

Fri, 14th Nov 2025
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Labour shortages, rising technology costs and low engagement are stalling Australia's productivity, with one in three firms struggling to recruit skilled workers.
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Mendix Connect for Workstation links cloud apps to shop floors

Fri, 14th Nov 2025
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Mendix Connect for Workstation links cloud apps to factory devices, boosting real-time control and AI-driven automation for manufacturers worldwide.
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Mimic raises USD $16 million to scale dexterous AI robotics

Tue, 4th Nov 2025
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Swiss startup mimic secures USD $16 million to advance AI-driven robotic hands for complex industrial tasks, aiming to boost automation and dexterity in factories.
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Smart ERP: The missing link in resilient distribution management

Wed, 29th Oct 2025
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Distributors face rising costs and supply chain risks; smart ERP solutions offer real-time data and automation to protect profits and improve resilience.
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Charlotte robot promises eco-safe home building on Earth & Moon

Wed, 1st Oct 2025
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Charlotte, a new robot by Crest Robotics and Earthbuilt, can build eco-friendly homes on Earth and the Moon up to 5,000 times faster than traditional methods.
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HP unveils new Indigo presses & marks 3,000 global installs

Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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HP unveiled new Indigo digital presses at Labelexpo Europe 2025, celebrating 3,000 global installs and boosting label and packaging printing efficiency.
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Beijing AIForce wins accelerator for eco-friendly electric tractors

Tue, 16th Sep 2025
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Beijing AIForce Technology won PepsiCo's Greenhouse Accelerator for its autonomous electric tractors, advancing sustainable farming across Asia Pacific.
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Navigating the near-constant risk of non-compliance in safety

Tue, 9th Sep 2025
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SafeWork NSW's largest safety blitz in a decade issued over 500 notices, highlighting widespread non-compliance and ongoing risks in Australian workplaces.
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PT Blink offers steel-based solution for Australia's housing gap

Mon, 1st Sep 2025
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PT Blink proposes using Whyalla steel in multi-storey housing to tackle Australia's housing shortfall and secure the steelworks' future amid industry shifts.
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Exclusive: OneAdvanced's Damien Durston on why workforce visibility is key

Mon, 25th Aug 2025
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Australian manufacturers are boosting productivity by using real-time workforce data tools to tackle labour shortages, compliance, and operational challenges.
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DeepHealth gains FDA approval for remote scanning in ultrasound

Fri, 8th Aug 2025
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DeepHealth secures FDA clearance for TechLive, a remote scanning system now supporting ultrasound, enhancing efficiency amid rising radiology workloads.
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Age as an asset: Inclusive hiring solutions for Australia's over-50 workforce

Tue, 5th Aug 2025
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Nearly 25% of Australia's 2025 workforce is over 50, yet 42% face age discrimination, despite their vital skills in sectors like healthcare and construction.
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Celonis & Genpact launch app to cut supply chain transport costs

Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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Celonis and Genpact have launched an app to cut supply chain transport costs by improving efficiency, carrier performance, and real-time decision-making.
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TeamViewer launches AI-powered tools to boost IT support speed

Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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TeamViewer unveils AI-powered TeamViewer Intelligence to speed up IT support via real-time automation and enhanced session insights for global users.
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Celonis, Genpact launch app to boost supply chain efficiency

Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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Celonis and Genpact have launched an app to help supply chain leaders boost efficiency, cut transportation costs, and improve carrier performance globally.
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AI drives digital transformation as life sciences face labour gaps

Wed, 25th Jun 2025
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Life sciences firms are boosting AI use to tackle skilled labour shortages and regulatory challenges, with 95% adopting smart manufacturing technologies.
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AI adoption surges in Asia Pacific manufacturing for quality, efficiency

Fri, 20th Jun 2025
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In Asia Pacific, 94% of manufacturers plan AI investments, prioritising quality control and cybersecurity to boost efficiency and tackle labour shortages.
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Honeywell launches AI building management for Australia, NZ

Wed, 11th Jun 2025
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Honeywell launches its AI-powered Connected Solutions platform in Australia and New Zealand to streamline building management and boost energy efficiency.
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Australian business numbers surge 17% despite challenges

Mon, 2nd Jun 2025
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Business numbers in Australia have surged over 17% since 2019, led by healthcare growth and booming regions like Melton, Victoria, despite economic challenges.