--- title: SMDH launches The Smart Manufacturing Community description: Find out more about how it works image: https://smdh.uk/hubfs/Community%20news%20launch%20(2)-1.png --- [![MadeSmarterYellowBlack-2](https://smdh.uk/hubfs/MadeSmarterYellowBlack-2.svg)](https://smdh.uk) - [News](https://smdh.uk/news) - [Latest News](https://smdh.uk/news) - [Case Studies](https://smdh.uk/casestudies) - [Connex Offsite](https://smdh.uk/connex-offsite) - [Anglia Labels](https://smdh.uk/anglia-labels) - [OS Doors](https://smdh.uk/os-doors) - [McDonald Water Storage](https://smdh.uk/mcdonald-water-storage) - [Macrete](https://smdh.uk/macrete) - [Ritchie Precision](https://smdh.uk/ritchie-precision) - [Uform](https://smdh.uk/uform) - [Scott & Fyfe](https://smdh.uk/scott-and-fyfe) - [Terex](https://smdh.uk/terex) - [Specdrum](https://smdh.uk/specdrum) - [Ryobi](https://smdh.uk/ryobi) - [DIF Awards](https://smdh.uk/digital-innovation-fund-awardees) - [About](https://smdh.uk/team) [GET IN TOUCH](https://smdh.uk/get-in-touch) Data # SMDH launches The Smart Manufacturing Community Find out more about how it works [SMDH Marketing](https://smdh.uk/news/author/smdh-marketing) Jul 7, 2023 --- We are delighted to announce that we are now accepting applications to join our new digital community, The Smart Manufacturing Community!  [Apply here!](https://community.smdh.uk/login) **What is The Smart Manufacturing Community? ** The Smart Manufacturing Community was created to help manufacturers become more competitive by connecting them to the people, resources and opportunities they need to accelerate their digital and data journeys.  **Why should I join The Smart Manufacturing Community?** The community is designed to address a number of key challenges faced by many of those working in the manufacturing industry: - Lack of expertise and knowledge about digital & data - Lack of access to peer support networks - Lack of awareness of learning opportunities - Lack of awareness of funding opportunities - Lack of awareness of new trends, tools and technologies - Limited budget, time & capacity  **What are the key benefits of joining The Smart Manufacturing Community?** - **Connections**: gain access to a wide array of experts, advisors, peers and mentors from across the manufacturing industry. Build your network and make valuable relationships. - **Support**: receive guidance, advice and camaraderie in a welcoming and accessible environment.  - **Growth:** take advantage of frequent opportunities for personal and professional development – through events, mentoring, knowledge exchange and more. - **Skills:** gain and improve key skills for digital transformation and data-driven initiatives. - **Knowledge:** keep up to date with key trends and innovations affecting the industry.  - **Opportunities**: hear about the latest opportunities, from training to funding.   - **Give back:** make a positive impact by helping others. Offer your time, knowledge and expertise to those who would benefit. **How does it work?** The Smart Manufacturing Community is made up of a number of interactive features – together in one convenient, easy to use, online platform:  - **Forum:** a space to ask questions and share best practice. Save time and resources by utilising the collective knowledge and experience of hundreds of manufacturers, suppliers and business support organisations.   - **Events:** access a regular calendar of exclusive events (both online and in person), from small group sessions for discussions with your peers, through to workshops and webinars with industry experts.  - **Groups:** join sub-sections of the main community to connect with like-minded members and access conversations, events and content tailored to your region, interests and experience levels.  - **Content:** keep up to date with the latest trends through themed discussions, events and resources, offering learning opportunities and a clear journey of growth and development.  **Who’s going to be there?** The Smart Manufacturing Community is already home to members from across the UK manufacturing industry, as well as a wide array of tech suppliers, business support organisations, academics, data scientists, and digital transformation experts. If you think you would benefit from being a member of our community, or you have something to offer, you are very welcome to join us!  **How do I join?** The Smart Manufacturing Community is free to join, and it’s easy to get started.  [Apply here!](https://community.smdh.uk/login) [Data](https://smdh.uk/news/tag/data) [Digital factory](https://smdh.uk/news/tag/digital-factory) [Smart Manufacturing Summit](https://smdh.uk/news/tag/smart-manufacturing-summit) [Ulster University](https://smdh.uk/news/tag/ulster-university) ## Similar posts 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. 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