UK engineering companies are prioritizing energy efficiency and tackling skills shortages according to new IMI research. The findings align with government industrial strategy while revealing critical industry challenges.
The US and Japan have signed a strategic framework to secure critical mineral supplies, aiming to reduce dependence on China. But can this partnership overcome the coordination challenges that have plagued previous efforts? The six-month timeline reveals urgent geopolitical pressures.
South Korea’s Kospi has surged 66% this year, becoming the world’s top-performing major stock index. The remarkable turnaround is fueled by AI-driven semiconductor demand and sweeping corporate governance reforms that are attracting massive foreign investment.
Corporate expenses are projected to rise by $1.2 trillion in 2025 compared to January forecasts, according to S&P Global research. This represents a fundamental shift in how CFOs must approach budgeting and risk management in an era of sustained volatility.
South African companies spent R150-billion on enterprise development over five years with minimal economic impact. The system prioritizes compliance over building sustainable businesses, requiring urgent reform to drive real SME growth.
Recent cyberattacks against manufacturers like Jaguar Land Rover and Masimo demonstrate how digital threats have evolved from IT problems to full-scale operational crises. With one manufacturer experiencing a five-week production halt, industry experts warn that lean manufacturing operations face existential risks from inadequate cybersecurity. The shift requires manufacturers to treat cyber resilience as a core business priority rather than just a compliance checkbox.
These days, manufacturing disruptions aren’t coming from mechanical failures or faulty equipment. According to industry analysis, factories are increasingly grinding to a halt because of cyber incidents that target the very systems keeping production lines moving.
The chief financial officer role is undergoing a dramatic transformation from compliance-focused guardian to strategic architect. According to recent industry analysis, modern CFOs are increasingly driving technology investments and business strategy while becoming prime candidates for CEO positions.
Chief financial officers are shedding their traditional image as corporate gatekeepers and emerging as strategic architects shaping enterprise futures. According to industry analysis, what was once primarily a compliance and reporting function has transformed into a multidimensional leadership role with expanding influence across business operations.
British lawmakers have launched a comprehensive inquiry into skills shortages affecting the country’s transport manufacturing sectors. The Transport Committee heard from industry leaders representing aerospace, automotive and maritime industries about evolving workforce needs and technological challenges.
British lawmakers have begun a significant examination of the skills crisis facing the nation’s transport manufacturing industries, with industry leaders from major sectors providing testimony about workforce challenges and technological transitions.
The Transport Committee, a cross-party group of backbench MPs from the House of Commons, held its first evidence session this week as part of a broader inquiry into manufacturing capability. According to committee documents, the investigation aims to identify how Britain can strengthen its skills base across critical transport sectors.
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