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Manufacturing, cyber security and connected factories: benefits vs risks

As another high-profile cyber-attack makes the news, many of us guiltily breathe a quick sigh of relief that it’s not us.

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Backup basics: PLC backups will save you money

You'd be surprised to hear that many industrial operators - from manufacturers to utility providers, don't store a backup of their PLCs!

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Traditional grids vs smart grids: why we’re making the shift

Reliability, availability and efficiency – the benefits of switching to a smart grid have been talked about for some time.

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Winning ways to display soft skills

Soft skills, interpersonal skills, personal brand. The names given to this skill set can sometimes betray their importance.

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Optimising stock allocation and dispatching: from smart planning to delivery

Most of us know the frustration of going to the supermarket and finding the exact ingredient you need is out of stock.

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Where do operators fit with current manufacturing technology trends?

Encouraging the adoption of technology to improve outputs, quality and efficiencies often bring with it questions of where operators fit in current...

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Five contractor rules that are made to be broken

When it comes to our careers, we all want to put our best foot forward. If a new role seems like a fit we research the organisation, power dress and...

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Accessing industrial equipment remotely: a practical guide

With more organisations taking advantage of remote access to plant equipment, currently there isn’t a comprehensive framework to guide organisations...

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Making contract work a success: planning ahead for the end of a contract.

The end of a temporary work arrangement is an important time to evaluate a role and make decisions about future engagements. Careful planning is the...

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