How to Choose the Right Business System: A Step-by-Step System Selection Process
In today’s fast-paced business environment, operational efficiency is no longer just a competitive advantage, it’s essential. Yet, too often organisations invest in new technology only to find themselves running two systems in parallel, struggling with poor-quality data, or facing underutilised tools. The root cause? Selecting the wrong system or failing to enforce accountability during implementation. […]
What is a Smart Factory?
What Is a Smart Factory (And Why Manufacturers Should Become One) If “Industry 4.0” is the movement, the smart factory is the workshop where it happens. It’s not just a plant with more sensors or a shinier MES. A smart factory is a cyber-physical production system where machines, products, people and systems are connected end-to-end, […]
Why Digital Transformation Projects Fail and How the Smart Industry Readiness Index Can Help
Digital transformation is a critical endeavour for organisations aiming to stay competitive in today’s rapidly evolving market. However, a staggering 70% of these projects fail to meet their objectives, leading to significant financial losses and missed opportunities. Understanding the root causes of these failures and exploring solutions like the Smart Industry Readiness Index (SIRI) can […]
Digital Transformation for Sheffield Manufacturers
Revolutionise Your Manufacturing OperationsStay ahead in Sheffield’s competitive industrial landscape with digital transformation solutions tailored to your business. Embrace the future of manufacturing, enhance productivity, and reduce operational costs through cutting-edge technology. Why Invest in Digital Transformation? Boost Efficiency & ProductivityStreamline your processes with automation and real-time data analytics. Reduce downtime, eliminate bottlenecks, […]
Working Lunch, Future Ready Event
Our first event at Victoria in Sheffield in conjunction with unLTD Business exceeded all expectations with a full house! Andrew Armstrong CSA from BrookConsult., Charlotte Hill from Gripple UK & Ireland and Steven Price from Sheffield Forgemasters were on the discussion panel. Discussing how businesses can leverage new technology to boost efficiency, reduce costs, and […]
HR Updates For 2024
Here are the key employment law changes in the UK for 2024: This year brings a wave of employment law changes that HR teams need to prepare for. Holiday Pay and Annual Leave From 1 April 2024, employers can pay atypical workers like zero-hours staff a rolled-up holiday pay of 12.07% of their earnings each […]
Staying Sharp: How Business Consultants Can Hone Their Skills and Evolve
In the ever-changing world of business, the need for continuous learning and adaptation is more crucial than ever, especially for professionals like business consultants. To stay relevant and effective, consultants must constantly sharpen their skills, broaden their knowledge base, and evolve their approach to face new challenges. So, how does a business consultant refine their […]
The Rise of the Machines: How AI is Poised to Upend Business Consultancy
A quiet revolution is brewing. This revolution is about the future of business, and it’s being driven by a force not unlike something out of a science fiction movie: artificial intelligence (AI). For decades, business consultants have been the trusted advisors, the shepherds guiding companies through the ever-changing landscape of the market. They’ve been the […]
Business Consultancy Landscape
The UK business consultancy landscape is dynamic and always changing. Consultancy responds to economic shifts, technological advancements, and client needs. The chart above is summarising key topics and data-driven trends over the last 12 months: Remember: These are just key trends and the landscape is diverse with regional variations and niche specialisations. Data-Sources: CIPD, Accenture […]
