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Explore our collection of research-based content, industry studies, and evidence-backed insights on AI, technology, and business transformation. We bridge the gap between academic research and practical application, making complex findings accessible and actionable.

Our research content includes analysis of emerging trends, industry reports, case study findings, and expert perspectives on technology adoption and innovation. Learn from data-driven insights that inform strategic decision-making.

Whether you’re exploring new technologies, validating approaches, or staying informed about industry developments, our research resources provide the depth and rigour needed to make confident decisions. We focus on translating research findings into practical business value.

Advancing Digital Transformation of SMEs in the Midlands

Advancing Digital Transformation of SMEs in the Midlands

Partnering on EI Digitalisation Vouchers with Irish manufacturers Midland Steel and Shabra Plastics.

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Toolkits for Smart Manufacturing

Toolkits for Smart Manufacturing

Insights into customer examples from Ireland and the UK including Midland Steel and TMD Technologies.

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Advancing Digitalisation in the Midlands

Advancing Digitalisation in the Midlands

CEO Ruth Kearney to speak at Advanced Technologies Industries & Manufacturing Cluster.

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Cardiff AI Company appoints new CEO as it expands operations

Cardiff AI Company appoints new CEO as it expands operations

Artificial Intelligence (AI) company Nightingale HQ appoints Ruth Kearney as its new CEO.

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Ruth Kearney joins Irish Digital Engineering and Advanced Manufacturing Cluster (IDEAM)

Ruth Kearney joins Irish Digital Engineering and Advanced Manufacturing Cluster (IDEAM)

New Year and new opportunities. I am delighted to be joining the Steering board of the Irish Digital Engineering and Advanced Manufacturing IDEAM Cluster and will be working with Jamie Meehan, PhD and Katrin Weittenhiller to grow the community and bring more opportunities to Irish manufacturers.

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Change is hard but equipping your teams with the right tools makes it easier

Change is hard but equipping your teams with the right tools makes it easier

As we see the back of 2021, another year of disruption and change, I reflect on organisational practices and share some thoughts on how to implement more effective change. Change is hard, so best to start with small doses of change.

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Steph Locke elected to EU Steering Committee for AI

Steph Locke elected to EU Steering Committee for AI

Accelerating the voice of SMEs across Europe and driving more inclusive AI policy.

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Microsoft podcast - A bit of AI

Microsoft podcast - A bit of AI

Steph Locke talks A bit of AI with Microsoft cloud advocates Henk & Amy.

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How AI can improve your logistics fast

How AI can improve your logistics fast

Logistics businesses and logistics have a huge opportunity to unlock additional value in their business through the use of data and AI integration. Areas of improvement include streamlining operations, managing the supply chain, pricing dynamically, agile planning, and enhanced forecasting.

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Industry 4.0 in a post-Covid world

Industry 4.0 in a post-Covid world

Mckinsey’s report on manufacturing operations after Covid-19 takes an interesting look into the potential adoption pathways companies will take on the way to Industry 4.0 and some of the ways technology is changing the sector. It also identifies what ’lighthouses’, organisations successfully transforming at scale, are doing to make them succeed.

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