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SMDH Marketing Mar 21, 2025 Data ### [Digital Innovation Fund Empowers Flowlens, a Smart Manufacturing Data Hub Lighthouse](https://smdh.uk/news/digital-innovation-fund-empowers-flowlens) Flowlens was able to develop rich supply chain management dashboards that enabled companies to drill down into individual supplier performance, both... SMDH Marketing Mar 13, 2025 Data ### [Preparing UK Manufacturers for Circular Economy Regulations](https://smdh.uk/news/preparing-uk-manufacturers-for-circular-economy-regulations) If you’re a UK manufacturer, the shift toward a Circular Economy (CE) is no longer just a trend, —it’s a regulatory reality. SMDH Marketing Feb 14, 2025 Data ### [Shaping the Future: Success Stories and Essential Themes at the Smart Manufacturing Summit 2025](https://smdh.uk/news/smart-manufacturing-summit-2025) Attendees will gain exclusive insights into how cutting-edge technologies like smart sensors, software and data analytics are revolutionising... SMDH Marketing Jan 17, 2025 Data ### [Making Your Manufacturing Business More Carbon Competitive with Peer Carbon’s Calculator - Brought to you by SMDH’s Digital Innovation Fund](https://smdh.uk/news/peer-carbons-calculator) Peer Carbon’s Mini Calculator, supported by SMDH, is here to help. It’s time to make your business more carbon-competitive and stay ahead in this... SMDH Marketing Jan 17, 2025 Data ### [Academy Blog: Smart Manufacturing Data Hub’s Academy Top Courses to Take Now](https://smdh.uk/news/smart-manufacturing-data-hubs-academy-top-courses-to-take-now) In a rapidly evolving job market, staying ahead of the curve is essential. Future-proofing your skills ensures you remain competitive and relevant,... SMDH Marketing Dec 9, 2024 Data ### [SFM Engineering Partners with Ulster University-led Smart Manufacturing Data Hub to Boost Energy Efficiency in Steel Fabrication with the Digital Innovation Fund](https://smdh.uk/news/sfm-engineering-partners-with-ulster-university-led-smart-manufacturing-data-hub) SFM Engineering Partners with Ulster University-led Smart Manufacturing Data Hub to Boost Energy Efficiency in Steel Fabrication with the Digital... SMDH Marketing Dec 4, 2024 Data ### [Academy Blog: Unlock the Future of Manufacturing](https://smdh.uk/news/unlock-the-future-of-manufacturing) At the SMDH Academy we are excited to introduce our Manufacturing Course designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in this... SMDH Marketing Dec 4, 2024 Data ### [Unlock Advanced Insights with HyperSpectroScan from the SMDH Team: A Game-Changer for SME Manufacturers](https://smdh.uk/news/unlock-advanced-insights-with-hyperspectroscan) Are you ready to take your manufacturing processes to the next level? With SMDH’s HyperSpectroScan, small and medium-sized manufacturers can now... SMDH Marketing Nov 14, 2024 Data ### [Academy Blog: The Impact of Technological Advancements on Learning](https://smdh.uk/news/the-impact-of-technological-advancements-on-learning) Technology is revolutionising every aspect of our lives, including the way we learn. At the SMDH Academy, we harness the power of technological... SMDH Marketing Nov 12, 2024 Data ### [Academy Blog: Mastering Change and Marketing in Modern Business](https://smdh.uk/news/mastering-change-and-marketing-in-modern-business) In today’s fast paced business environment, the ability to navigate change is more critical than ever, especially when you are leading an... SMDH Marketing Nov 4, 2024 Data ### [Is the SMDH Process Time Tracker App Worth Trying for Your Small Factory? A review from Ceallach Levins, Data Scientist - SMDH](https://smdh.uk/news/smdh-process-time-tracker-app) The SMDH Process Time Tracker App is designed to give manufacturers a clear view of their production workflow, tracking everything from process times... SMDH Marketing Oct 22, 2024 Data ### [Academy Blog: The Power of Digital Skills: Enhancing Your Career Prospects](https://smdh.uk/news/the-power-of-digital-skills-enhancing-your-career-prospects) In today’s digital age, possessing digital skills is no longer optional; it’s essential. As technology continues to reshape industries, digital... SMDH Marketing Oct 17, 2024 Data ### [Exciting News Update: SMDH Unveils Cutting-Edge Additive Manufacturing Service to Bring Your 3D Models to Life!](https://smdh.uk/news/cutting-edge-additive-manufacturing-service-to-bring-your-3d-models-to-life) The Smart Manufacturing Data Hub (SMDH) is thrilled to announce the launch of its brand-new Additive Manufacturing Service. SMDH Marketing Oct 16, 2024 Data ### [The DynamxMFG Platform Lighthouse Project Success Story: Accelerating Digital Adoption in Manufacturing](https://smdh.uk/news/accelerating-digital-adoption-in-manufacturing) The DynamxMFG Platform Lighthouse Project has driven a remarkable transformation across 20 active manufacturing factories so far, significantly... SMDH Marketing Oct 14, 2024 Data ### [Academy Blog: Microlearning: The Future of Education](https://smdh.uk/news/microlearning-the-future-of-education) In an era where attention spans are dwindling and schedules are busier than ever, microlearning is a powerful and effective learning method that uses... SMDH Marketing Oct 9, 2024 Data ### [Academy Blog: Mastering Data Science Foundation: SMDH’s Course for Aspiring Data Scientists](https://smdh.uk/news/smdhs-course-for-aspiring-data-scientists) In the era of big data, data science has emerged as one of the most powerful tools for driving business insights and innovation. Understanding the... SMDH Marketing Sep 30, 2024 Manufacturing ### [IoT Devices are Set to Transform Energy Management in Manufacturing](https://smdh.uk/news/iot-devices-transform-energy-management-in-manufacturing) IoT devices are redefining how energy management is approached in manufacturing environments, ushering in a new era of efficiency, cost savings, and... SMDH Marketing Sep 30, 2024 Data ### [Academy Blog: Revolutionising Manufacturing: The Benefits of Digital Skills, Technological Advancements, and Sustainable Practices](https://smdh.uk/news/revolutionising-manufacturing-the-benefits-of-digital-skills-technological-advancements-and-sustainable-practices) We are witnessing a significant transformation in the way work and businesses function. This shift is fuelled by the rapid advancement of technology,... SMDH Marketing Sep 25, 2024 Data ### [Academy Blog: Preparing for the Future of Work: The Significance of Upskilling](https://smdh.uk/news/preparing-for-the-future-of-work-the-significance-of-upskilling) In today's job market, the concept of lifelong learning has never been more important. With technology advancing at a fast pace and industries... SMDH Marketing Sep 16, 2024 Data ### [Academy Blog: Prepare Your Career for the Future: Key Skills for Tomorrow's Workplace!](https://smdh.uk/news/prepare-your-career-for-the-future-key-skills-for-tomorrows-workplace) Are you uncertain about the future of your career? Worried that your current skills might become outdated? In a rapidly evolving workplace, it’s... SMDH Marketing Sep 6, 2024 Manufacturing ### [September News: The Digital Innovation Fund Assists A New Collaboration For Devtank With Mobius Flow](https://smdh.uk/news/digital-innovation-fund-assists-a-new-collaboration-for-devtank-with-mobius-flow) The SMDH Digital Innovation Funding has enabled a new partnership between an SMDH Lighthouse, Devtank, a leader in smart monitoring solutions, and... SMDH Marketing Sep 6, 2024 Manufacturing ### [How the Smart Manufacturing Data Hub can Transform Efficiency and Sustainability in the UK Food & Drink Industry](https://smdh.uk/news/how-smdh-can-transform-efficiency-and-sustainability-in-the-food-and-drink-industry) The Smart Manufacturing Data Hub (SMDH), is part of the Made Smarter programme and funded by Innovate UK. SMDH offers a robust support system for... SMDH Marketing Jul 30, 2024 Manufacturing ### [Embracing Efficiencies in SME Manufacturing: Combining Lean Principles with SMDH](https://smdh.uk/news/embracing-efficiencies-in-sme-manufacturing) In this blog post, we will shed light on both Lean Manufacturing and Smart Manufacturing, highlighting their core principles and their potential to... SMDH Marketing May 9, 2024 Manufacturing ### [Implement a digital mindset and harness the power of data with SMDH](https://smdh.uk/news/implement-a-digital-mindset) Smart Manufacturing is here to stay and whether you are averse to change or not, there is no denying the benefits that Smart Manufacturing and a... SMDH Marketing Apr 22, 2024 Data ### [🌟 Northern Ireland’s Second Smart Manufacturing Summit Arrives in Belfast! 🌟](https://smdh.uk/news/smdh-to-hold-northern-irelands-second-smart-manufacturing-summit-0) SMS2024 will dive deep into the latest developments in Smart Manufacturing, Internet of Things (IoT), Smart Transportation, Digital Transformation,... SMDH Marketing Apr 11, 2024 Community Spotlight ### [SMDH Community Spotlight - Interview with Ryan Farren](https://smdh.uk/news/community-spotlight-ryan-farren) In the next in our series of spotlight interviews, our Community Lead, Paul McMillan, caught up with SMDH community member Ryan Farren, CEO at... SMDH Marketing Feb 28, 2024 Manufacturing ### [Navigating the IoT Frontier in the UK: Challenges and Triumphs in Manufacturing Transformation](https://smdh.uk/news/navigating-the-iot-frontier-in-the-uk) In this blog, we'll go through the challenges and triumphs of integrating IoT solutions into the manufacturing ecosystem, exploring how these... SMDH Marketing Feb 16, 2024 Energy ### [SMDH Empowers Manufacturers by Developing three Energy Dashboards, helping SMEs identify opportunities to save energy costs and measure progress towards Net Zero](https://smdh.uk/news/energy-dashboards) In this blog post, we will explore the three Energy Analytics dashboards SMDH can provide to manufacturers. SMDH Marketing Feb 13, 2024 Community Spotlight ### [SMDH Community Spotlight - Interview with Mike Wright](https://smdh.uk/news/community-spotlight-mike-wright) In the next in our series of spotlight interviews, our Community Lead, Paul McMillan, caught up with SMDH community member Mike Wright, Co-Founder &... SMDH Marketing Nov 29, 2023 Manufacturing ### [SMDH Launches Free Industry 4.0 Initiative - Unlock Your Factory's Potential with Digital Twins! 🚀](https://smdh.uk/news/3d-factory-simulation) SMDH is thrilled to announce the commencement of our ground breaking digital twinning service, a cornerstone of our complimentary Industry 4.0... SMDH Marketing Nov 22, 2023 Community Spotlight ### [Quality Data in Manufacturing: Piecing Together the Digital Transformation Puzzle](https://smdh.uk/news/quality-data-in-manufacturing) In today’s digitised world, where industries are constantly pushing boundaries, the term ‘data’ resonates more than ever, particularly in... SMDH Marketing Nov 20, 2023 Community Spotlight ### [SMDH Community Spotlight - Interview with Tiago Teixeira](https://smdh.uk/news/community-spotlight-tiago-teixeira) In the first of a series of spotlight interviews, our Community Lead, Paul McMillan, caught up with SMDH community member Tiago Teixeira. SMDH Marketing Oct 26, 2023 Manufacturing ### [Small Business Energy Grants](https://smdh.uk/news/small-business-energy-grants) What does the winter ahead hold for energy prices? Right now the only thing we’d put a bet on is that the future is uncertain. No news there, for... SMDH Marketing Oct 25, 2023 Data ### [SMDH Virtual Manufacturing Platform will Revolutionise Manufacturing for UK Small Businesses](https://smdh.uk/news/smdh-virtual-manufacuting-platform) UK SMEs will benefit from streamlined operations, cost-efficiency test bedding, and support. SMDH Marketing Oct 13, 2023 Data ### [Unveiling Hidden Factory Data with SMDH - Uncover the Secrets Behind Manufacturing Optimisation](https://smdh.uk/news/unveiling-hidden-factory-data-with-smdh) In this blog post, the SMDH team will explore the concept of hidden factory data and uncover its secrets, highlighting its impact on manufacturing... SMDH Marketing Oct 11, 2023 Data ### [The Smart Manufacturing Data Hub announces the launch of the Digital Innovation Fund](https://smdh.uk/news/digital-innovation-fund-launched) DIF is funded by Innovate UK through the Made Smarter Initiative and is open to SME manufacturers, industrial partners and Research and Technology... SMDH Marketing Oct 5, 2023 Data ### [Success for SMDH’s first Smart Manufacturing Summit.](https://smdh.uk/news/smdh-first-smart-manufacturing-summit-in-ni) The Smart Manufacturing Summit in Northern Ireland showcased the latest advancements in Smart Manufacturing, promoting collaboration and innovation. SMDH Marketing Aug 7, 2023 Data ### [SMDH launches The Smart Manufacturing Community](https://smdh.uk/news/smdh-launches-their-smart-manufacturing-community) Find out more about how it works SMDH Marketing Jul 7, 2023 Data ### [SMDH hits the road on the Scotland Roadshow](https://smdh.uk/news/smdh-hits-the-road-on-the-scotland-roadshow) By Marielle Emile - SMDH Business Development Manager, Scotland SMDH Marketing Jul 7, 2023 Data ### [SMDH to hold Northern Ireland’s first Smart Manufacturing Summit](https://smdh.uk/news/smdh-to-hold-northern-irelands-first-smart-manufacturing-summit) SMS2023 will explore developments in Smart Manufacturing, Internet of Things, Digital Transformation, Big Data Analytics, 5G, and Artificial... SMDH Marketing Apr 12, 2023 Data ### [SMDH Explores building a low cost digital factory at LEDCOM workshop](https://smdh.uk/news/smdh-explores-building-a-low-cost-digital-factory-at-ledcom-workshop) SMDH deliver a range of Smart Manufacturing workshops on IOT, Data Analysis, Virtual manufacturing testbeds across the UK regions SMDH Marketing Apr 5, 2023 Energy ### [Understanding Energy Use in Manufacturing](https://smdh.uk/news/understanding-energy-use-in-manufacturing) Smart Manufacturing Data Hub online workshop Understanding Energy in Manufacturing highlights ways to reduce energy costs and work towards Net Zero SMDH Marketing Mar 24, 2023 ### [Simon Coward appointed Director of SMDH](https://smdh.uk/news/simon-coward-appointed-director-of-smdh) Simon Coward appointed as Director of SMDH SMDH Marketing Jan 1, 2023 ### [SMDH begins introducing its services to the UK’s 4 nations](https://smdh.uk/news/smdh-begins-introducing-its-services-to-the-uks-4-nations) SMDH in the UK SMDH Marketing Jan 1, 2023 ### [Q&A with SMDH Team](https://smdh.uk/news/qa-with-smdh-team) Q&A with SMDH Team SMDH Marketing Jan 1, 2023 ### Get notified on new SMDH developments Be the first to know about what's happening in the Smart Manufacturing Data Hub. 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