If you talk to almost any manufacturer right now, you’ll hear the same thing: “We can’t find enough people with the right skills.” It’s not just a shortage of hands, it’s a shortage of ready hands. The kind that understand digital workflows, precision processes, and safety standards. As automation, robotics,

It seems like the months and years just whiz by. Here we are in November, the Melbourne Cup is upon us, and it won’t be long before Santa’s been and gone. Then the new year rolls around. So, when it does, what will you do differently? We ask because it’s

No Australian manufacturer should have to face the world alone. Whether you’re fulfilling large export contracts, investing in new machinery or expanding internationally, Export Finance Australia could help you secure the capital you need to grow, compete and succeed globally – with tailored finance solutions to support your journey. Australian

Sourcing and retaining talent continues to be one of the biggest challenges for Australian manufacturers. The good news is we can change this from a challenge to an opportunity. It’s not just about “luck” in finding the right people, it’s about shifting mindset, laying strong foundations, and using practical tools

It’s 6.30 am and Bruce, who owns and runs a precision machining shop in Northern Sydney, is already at work. By 9 am, he’s quoted two jobs, fixed a faulty CNC, and taken a call from a late supplier. By lunch, he’s half-thinking, “Should I spend the next couple of

Australian’s have a proud history of innovation. Things like the cochlear implant and wi-fi are among the inventions we have taken to the world. Yet, when times are tough, it can be hard to allocate capital to something that has no immediate benefit. I was recently asked to reflect on