O fabricante ético: como equilibrar o sucesso empresarial com o bem social
In an increasingly conscientious world, manufacturers are under significant pressure to prioritise corporate social responsibility (CSR) in their operations. The imperative has escalated as governments and customers continue to squeeze manufacturers on either side to action and incorporate CSR and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices. According to the United Nations Global Impact (Business & Human Rights […]
As 5 principais soluções tecnológicas que impulsionam a sustentabilidade social nas cadeias de suprimentos
Enhancing social sustainability in supply chains is a complex challenge for manufacturers. Throughout every tier of an ethical supply chain, they must commit to upholding social welfare considerations, ensuring sustainable labour practices, community engagement, and human rights preservation. While challenging, this approach is critical to upholding ethical standards, improving operational efficiency, minimising risks, and enticing […]
Por que a manufatura verde não pode ter sucesso sem engajamento social
A mudança global em direção à manufatura verde em linha com compromissos de net-zero está acelerando, impulsionada por mandatos ESG. O Net-Zero Industry Act (NZIA) da União Europeia, por exemplo, exige engajamento social com trabalhadores e partes interessadas para produzir equipamentos de energia verde localmente. É em resposta aos US$ $369 bilhões em subsídios verdes estendidos nos Estados Unidos […]
Riscos de reputação: por que a fabricação ética é vital para o progresso ESG
Establishing a robust and impactful Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) framework that is aligned with business and sustainable goals is no easy feat. It is nuanced and requires diligence by all manufacturers. As an industry, manufacturers are tasked with integrating ESG principles into the fabric of their operations and digital supply chain with urgency due […]
Safeguarding data in the age of smart manufacturing
The era of smart manufacturing and building intelligent factories is transforming manufacturing as we know it. Industry 4.0 has brought on the swift adoption of powerful tools aided by artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and the Internet of Things (IoT), which has resulted in greater optimisation, and automation but also a large amount of […]
Qual o papel do financiamento verde na manufatura para impulsionar a sustentabilidade ambiental?
Os holofotes sobre a sustentabilidade ambiental nunca foram tão brilhantes quanto nos últimos anos. À medida que mais e mais relatórios surgem sobre o quão perigosamente próximo o mundo está de passar por pontos de inflexão climática, mais precisa ser feito por empresas e indústrias para abordar as mudanças climáticas e os crescentes problemas ambientais que enfrentamos. Não é de surpreender que a sustentabilidade ambiental tenha […]
How smart manufacturing can drive sustainability and equity
It’s not an exaggeration to say that the world has developed at an incredible pace in the last few centuries. Collectively, we have made several transformational leaps and bounds throughout history, and the rate of change is only getting faster over time. Part of this transformation includes the evolution of the manufacturing industry, and its […]
Otimizando a alocação de capital para ESG: principais estratégias para fabricantes
O foco em fatores ambientais, sociais e de governança (ESG) hoje não pode ser exagerado devido a questões climáticas urgentes. Os consumidores perceberam e aumentaram a pressão sobre as empresas para que se posicionem e alinhem o ESG com os objetivos comerciais e operacionais. Muitos atenderam ao chamado, com o investimento institucional focado em ESG previsto para saltar em 84% para […]
Compreendendo o impacto do frete de longa distância na sustentabilidade da cadeia de suprimentos de mineração
Pense na última vez que você fez compras online – de onde seu item foi enviado? Onde ele foi feito? E as matérias-primas necessárias para produzir esses bens? Há uma grande probabilidade de que seu item tenha passado por vários estágios na cadeia de suprimentos e tenha sido transportado por diferentes locais antes de […]
What’s in store for 2024: 5 top manufacturing trends to watch
In 2023, manufacturers faced significant challenges ranging from geopolitical instabilities, skills shortages, and supply chain disruptions, further adding to the overall turbulence in the sector. Yet, despite these hurdles, manufacturers have remained committed to digital and sustainable progress—as is our commitment to help the industry reach these important goals. Over the last 12 months, we […]
Da aspiração à ação: uma estrutura para os fabricantes avaliarem práticas sustentáveis
Introducing COSIRI, a pioneering sustainability maturity index designed for manufacturing industries. COSIRI empowers industries to better leverage bottom-up insights to scale their sustainable transformation in line with existing corporate strategies and emissions reduction targets. In a world where sustainability is no longer a choice but a necessity, COSIRI can serve as a valuable compass, guiding […]
Por que os gêmeos digitais são os blocos de construção do metaverso da manufatura
Industry 4.0 has driven significant change across the manufacturing industry in recent years. The focus on digital transformation and introducing new and modern digital capabilities have allowed manufacturers to achieve greater productivity, efficiency, and sustainability, with smart technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and big data powering these new tools. One critical tool that has emerged […]
Desenvolvendo a resiliência cibernética em uma indústria de manufatura cada vez mais interconectada
Automation, smart robots, and big data have become ubiquitous in manufacturing today. From large, conventional factories to smaller, agile microfactories, many modern production processes depend on Industry 4.0 technologies driven by big data, the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), and more. This increased interconnectivity through IIoT has provided manufacturers with several benefits, from increased efficiency […]
Estratégias para prosperar na era digital: Compreendendo metodologias intrínsecas, incluindo Lean e Six Sigma; SIRI na Turquia
A trajetória em direção à eficiência operacional está cada vez mais se movendo em direção à digitalização. Previsões convincentes sugeriram que os princípios lean e a transformação digital convergirão e se entrelaçarão à medida que as organizações progridem em suas jornadas de transformação. Durante a conferência 'Lean Six Sigma Day' organizada pela SOCAR Turkiye em agosto, INCIT serviu como parte dos palestrantes do painel, mergulhando em vários […]
Como a IA e a hiperautomação impulsionam a fabricação sustentável
Automation has changed businesses forever. By streamlining processes and creating new operational efficiencies, manufacturers have embraced automation as a core part of their operations, like most sectors. Although it is undeniable that automation has sparked unprecedented change, hyperautomation takes transformation to an entirely new level. The dramatic rise of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning […]
SIRI no Azerbaijão: INCIT cria centro de treinamento e exame SIRI com IMTI
O Smart Industry Readiness Index (SIRI) agora está no Azerbaijão! Em julho deste ano, assinamos um compromisso compartilhado com a Innovation Management e o TRIZ Institute (IMTI) para estabelecer um Centro de Treinamento e Exame SIRI no país. Fabricantes, profissionais da indústria, líderes, consultores e muito mais do Azerbaijão agora têm acesso mais fácil para se tornarem Certified SIRI Transformation […]
3 maneiras pelas quais os fabricantes podem alcançar armazenagem sustentável
The ever-rising mercury and consistent heatwaves over the years have laid bare the dire effects of global warming and climate change, highlighting the importance of going green for a more sustainable future. Manufacturers must be responsible and focus their green initiatives on sustainable measures where possible. An easily achievable win that manufacturers can focus on […]
INCIT partners Swiss Smart Factory to establish the ‘Smart Sustainable Manufacturing Transformation Centre’
The International Centre for Industrial Transformation (INCIT) has collaborated with Swiss Smart Factory to establish a customised manufacturing facility, named the ‘Smart Sustainable Manufacturing Transformation Centre (SSMTC)’. This innovative collaboration marks a significant step forward in advancing the principles of Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing. What is the significance of this collaboration? 1. Comprehensive Expertise […]
6 steps to overseeing the end-to-end digital transformation of next-gen manufacturing plants
Manufacturing facilities worldwide are becoming much more capable, enabling organisations to improve operational efficiency, engage with stakeholders in real time, and strengthen collaboration among departments. As such, more organisational leaders are seeking end-to-end digital approaches for their own manufacturing plants and facilities in a bid to push the boundaries of innovation. However, cut-throat competition, more […]
Análise de dados de ponta: por que as novas tecnologias sozinhas não conseguem alimentar a fábrica do futuro
Dados foram capturados em várias formas e têm sido uma parte essencial dos processos por séculos – de simples marcadores de contagem e notas a planilhas complexas e armazenamento em nuvem. Hoje, a quantidade e o volume de dados complexos, ou big data, que são criados e armazenados são impressionantes, com uma estimativa de 2,5 bilhões de gigabytes gerados […]
INCIT lança newsletter no LinkedIn 'Manufacturing Insider'
The manufacturing industry’s digital transformation has progressed tremendously in recent years and is not showing signs of slowing down. To help our partners and network keep up with the latest trends and observations amid the constantly evolving industry landscape, we have launched our LinkedIn newsletter, ‘Manufacturing Insider’. With this new monthly LinkedIn newsletter, we aim […]
SIRI in China: TÜV SÜD conducts the first CSA training in China
INCIT is proud to share that its acceleration partner TÜV SÜD has recently concluded the first Certified SIRI Assessor (CSA) training in Suzhou, China. The training was conducted after the official opening of its CSA Training and Examination Centre at the Suzhou Industrial Park Bosch Intelligent Manufacturing Enabling Centre on 13 June 2023. The CSA […]
What is fair trade manufacturing and why is it important for global sustainability?
The fair trade manufacturing movement champions rigorous standards that promote sustainable livelihoods. It advocates for safe working conditions, protection of the environment, and stronger, more transparent supply chains. This movement is especially important for workers in developing nations who may have been victims of exploitative practices such as sweatshop labour. Other incidents, such as the […]
INCIT® is now a registered trademark – INCIT®’s portfolio growing rapidly
Great news! We have successfully registered “INCIT” as the trademark of the International Centre for Industrial Transformation. This helps us consolidate and establish our brand so we can continue to grow our presence and reach, in both the region and globally. Aside from driving Industry 4.0 transformation through the Smart Industry Readiness Index (SIRI), we […]
How to establish a carbon-neutral workplace
When it comes to reducing their carbon footprint, most manufacturers tend to prioritise improving the energy efficiency of their production processes and supply chains. No less important to tackle, however, are carbon emissions related to the everyday workplace. Small changes to day-to-day office operations can greatly contribute to reductions in greenhouse gas emissions, an improvement […]
Como a embalagem ecológica está deixando sua marca na indústria
Um termo relativamente amplo, “eco-embalagem” se refere a embalagens que são fisicamente projetadas para otimizar materiais e energia em todo o seu ciclo de vida de ponta a ponta, desde matérias-primas até a produção e o descarte. De acordo com a Sustainable Packaging Coalition, eco-embalagem: É benéfica, segura e saudável para uso em todo o seu ciclo de vida Atende aos critérios de mercado para desempenho e custo […]
The need to increase water efficiency in manufacturing – and how
Water has really played a pivotal role in the growth and development of society throughout the course of history, with considerable amounts consumed in various industries and through municipal use. The manufacturing industry is not excluded – in the US alone, over 18.2 billion gallons (68 billion litres) are used per day for industrial purposes. Water […]
New partner in Malaysia: Selangor Human Resource Development Centre
From 1 April 2023, the International Centre for Industrial Transformation (INCIT) will form a collaborative partnership with the Selangor Human Resource Development Centre (SHRDC) to further our commitment to transforming manufacturing by addressing sustainability and talent development. At INCIT, we aim to catalyse industrial transformation to help the global manufacturing sector advance, develop and grow. […]
INCIT appoints SIT’s Associate Professor Yee Fook Cheong as first Academia Fellow in its global network
Wednesday, 22 March 2023, Singapore. The International Centre for Industrial Transformation (INCIT) has recently named Associate Professor Yee Fook Cheong of the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) an Academia Fellow of INCIT. Assoc Prof Yee is the first individual to join INCIT’s network of partners and collaborators in this capacity. A highly qualified and experienced […]
Global Sustainability Prioritisation Index to accelerate the journey to net zero for manufacturers
Monday, 27 February 2023, Singapore. At the recent World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2023 in Davos, the International Centre for Industrial Transformation (INCIT) launched its Consumer Sustainability Industry Readiness Index, or COSIRI. The first of its kind, COSIRI is an independent, manufacturer-centric framework that is set to benchmark the sustainability maturity of global industry players […]
Impact of energy efficiency and innovation in electronics manufacturing
From industrial electronics to personal mobile devices, the electronics industry has had a significant impact on how society functions, and this continues even today. However, the growth of the electronics industry has led to severe environmental issues, with 4% of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions attributed to it. Given global electricity demand is expected to rise […]
INCIT announces senior appointment in EMEA
INCIT has announced a new senior appointment as the global think tank continues to grow its operations internationally. Aykut Yeni has been appointed Business Development Director, to service the EMEA (Europe, Middle East, Africa) region and develop INCIT’s Partner and Data Analytics Membership. INCIT is rapidly growing its presence within this region and with this […]
Líderes mundiais reunidos na Reunião Anual do Fórum Econômico Mundial de 2023
De 16 a 20 de janeiro de 2023, líderes mundiais se reuniram na Reunião Anual do Fórum Econômico Mundial (FEM) 2023 em Davos, Suíça, para discutir tópicos em torno do tema “Cooperação em um Mundo Fragmentado”. O evento marcou a 53ª iteração da reunião anual do FEM, reafirmando o valor e o imperativo do diálogo e da cooperação público-privada. Líderes […]
IT/OT convergence: challenges and opportunities in 2023
As manufacturers adopt Industry 4.0 and take steps to further digitalise, one area of focus that has emerged is the convergence of information technology (IT) and operational technology (OT), or IT/OT convergence. Traditionally, IT and OT systems worked in silos as they governed different domains. OT is heavily involved in the physical world, such as […]
2022: Year in review
In the past year, world-changing global events, geopolitical instabilities and economic uncertainty have been the only constants in an ever-changing world. As industries and businesses continue to adapt to a world in flux, manufacturing has managed to come out even stronger than before, and the International Centre for Industrial Transformation (INCIT) has strived to serve […]
Smart Sustainable Manufacturing – bringing together cleantech and advanced manufacturing
The rise of automation, machine learning and advanced technology in recent years has accelerated the digital transformation of the manufacturing industry, leading to smarter and more efficient manufacturing processes. Through this integration of recent technological advancements into various processes and systems, manufacturing businesses have managed to boost productivity and efficiency – but more importantly, become […]
Sua força de trabalho está pronta para maior otimização na fabricação de alimentos e bebidas?
As Industry 4.0 accelerates in the global manufacturing sector, an often-overlooked field is food and beverage (F&B) manufacturing. Although F&B manufacturing is not perceived to be as important as semiconductors, nor as flashy as electric vehicles, it undoubtedly plays a critical role in feeding the masses – and Industry 4.0 could help create a more […]
