Duncan Macfarlane
Inventing something new is great, but without efficient machines to automate the industrial processes, the idea is unlikely to be profitable. But creating the best machine takes time. So, how can we commission machines more quickly? Read more
Industrial engineering insights
As businesses bring new ideas to market, the competitive landscape in every sector is experiencing disruption. Taking an Agile approach is proven to help organisations not only deal with these challenges but also to thrive and grow. Read more
Hans Houmes, manufacturing expert at PA Consulting Group, discusses the importance of adapting a service-led approach, which is paying off for many companies. Read more
Manufacturers have to decide where they sit in this world of new business models, digital value chains and enhanced connectivity – and where they see themselves in five and ten years. But what are the options? In his latest blog PA's Thomas brand... Read more
The cleverest organisations will use automation to create opportunities for people to apply their uniquely human skills in new ways. Businesses that can work out how to do this will be the big winners in the competition for the best talent. And... Read more
Michele Barone, a consumer and manufacturing expert at PA Consulting Group, discusses productivity on the production line. Read more
AI and automation are more straightforward than all the hype would suggest. Yes they're talked about a lot and in dramatic and sensational terms – and the technology will fundamentally change all our lives. But the scale of change and number of... Read more
Hans Houmes, a manufacturing expert, shares some key insights of PA’s new research, on servitization. Read more
