Commentary

The path to effective modernisation begins with strategic clarity about business objectives. 

If you manage a parts network, the choice isn’t between hoarding inventory and hoping forecasts are right. 

To achieve real, lasting sustainability, organisations must move beyond carbon targets.

Leaders in the building products and construction materials sector must evolve to drive growth over the next two to three years.

Uptime is now the deciding factor between industry leaders and those left behind.

A forecast is only as valuable as the supply-chain nerve system that acts on it in real time.

Building a strong manufacturing talent pipeline doesn’t start at the hiring stage – it begins in the classroom.

Despite advancements, more needs to be done to ensure that EV batteries are manufactured as sustainably as possible.

As global competition intensifies, ASEAN manufacturers must prioritise consistent quality.

In today's manufacturing landscape, data is one of the most valuable assets.

Powered by artificial intelligence and advanced technologies, machines are revolutionising industrial processes. 

Real-time data helps manufacturers shift from part-to-product views to real-time, human-centric operations.

Traditional cost management models come with a common pitfall, they neglect strategic investments in favour of short-term profitability.

Enterprise resource planning (ERP) is a foundational tool for many organisations.

 

In line with Singapore’s smart nation ambitions, the city-state will be phasing out 3G networks by July 2024, and utilising the freed-up spectrum to enhance 5G services. Harnessing the full power of 5G creates a new era of possibilities for Singapore, which has a long-standing reputation as a leading smart manufacturing hub.