Discover how digital technologies can transform manufacturing performance.
This interactive workshop gives attendees hands-on experience using a simulation tool to explore how different industrial digital technologies can be selected and implemented within a manufacturing SME. You’ll see first-hand how these technologies can impact costs, productivity, and—crucially—resource and energy efficiency, all in a safe, engaging, virtual environment.
What will be covered?
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An overview of key industrial digital technologies currently available to manufacturers
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A guided introduction to the interactive modelling application
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A practical simulation where participants run a virtual manufacturing SME
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Opportunities to select and implement different technologies and immediately see their effects on:
By experimenting with technology choices in real time, attendees gain valuable insights into how digital adoption can support more efficient and sustainable manufacturing.
Who should attend?
This workshop is ideal for anyone interested in understanding how industrial digital technologies can improve energy and resource efficiency in a manufacturing environment. This includes manufacturing SMEs, business leaders, engineers, sustainability professionals, and those exploring digital transformation.
What will attendees gain?
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A practical understanding of how digital technologies can drive energy and resource efficiency
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Increased confidence in evaluating digital technology options for manufacturing
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Inspiration and insight to explore technology adoption within their own organisations
Who is delivering the session?
The session will be delivered by Dr Elaine Conway (Loughborough University), alongside a colleague from Bulb Studios (Leicester), combining academic expertise with real-world digital innovation experience.