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Research That Actually Means Something

Most industry research is written for people who already agree with the conclusion.

GoSmarter covers academic research, industry studies, and data-backed analysis that is relevant to metals manufacturers. The question is always the same: does this help a production manager make a better decision?

Topics include:

  • AI adoption in manufacturing: what the adoption data shows, not what vendors claim
  • Scrap reduction and yield research: measured outcomes from real facilities
  • Workforce and skills studies: the human side of automation
  • Industry 4.0 implementation research: what separates the pilot projects from the deployments that stick
  • Environmental impact studies: scope 1 and 2 emissions in metals production

Where research findings have direct implications for how GoSmarter builds its tools, that is noted explicitly. Where the evidence is mixed or the sample sizes are small, that is noted too.

Good decisions come from clear data. That is what these posts aim to deliver.

Digital Twins and AI for manufacturers

Digital Twins are virtual replicas of real-world systems enabling low-cost modelling of the factory floor to help optimise processes. Combined with AI the Digital Twin can support improved forecasting, dynamic optimisation, and more.

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Smart Manufacturing is all about Real-Time Data Analytics

Manufacturers are spending far too much time on data entry or looking at stale data which is hindering growth. Here are seven ways real-time data can turn things around.

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Announcing GoSmarter In A Day

Our GoSmarter In A Day workshops solve one problem like processing Accounts Payable incoming invoices to demonstrate the value such automation can bring.

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Reports supported by AI & automation

Data compilation for reports created by experts is usually more time consuming than writing the valuable content. Using AI and no-code automation techniques, data collation and visualisation can be greatly streamlined, letting staff focus on the value.

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Checklists make everything better - including responsible AI!

Building a checklist to cover the six key areas of responsible AI can drive better outcomes and returns for your business. Start with the list of areas as a discussion aid and grow your checklist with use.

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Detecting defects with AI - a computer vision challenge

With the pace of output on machines ever increasing, quality control becomes a lot tougher. Using AI to detect defective products sooner can help scale your quality processes and avoid significant stops.

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EU to recruit world-class AI researchers

While Europe is a global leader in academic research of human-centric artificial intelligence we lag behind when it comes to putting research into practice.

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How can Digital Innovation Hubs support SMEs to adopt AI?

A workshop on “AI-standardisation landscape & the role of Digital Innovation Hubs (DHIs)” discussed the role hubs can play in supporting the uptake of AI among SMEs and how they can help technology frontrunners.

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Artificial Intelligence growth in the EU

This article is part of an ongoing series - link no longer works sharing insights into the development of AI policy in Europe. In November last year we were appointed to the European DIGITAL SME Alliance focus group on Artificial Intelligence (AI), and as an 'AI intensive' SME, we provide feedback on the adoption of AI technologies in relation with the impact of EU initiatives on the topic.

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Grow your business with Social Media Listening

Social media is an important medium for engaging with new and existing segments of your audience. While your social media efforts can help your audience connect with your product, you can be using social media listening to get deeper insights on them to drive operational efficiency and innovation. It's the marketing equivalent of business intelligence.

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