From Industry Revolution to Industry 4.0 - the past, present and advanced manufacturing future of the Black Country. Manufacturing is at the heart of the Black Country, BUT there are great divisions opening between those moving forward and those entrenched. With the challenge of global supply, it grows easier every day for OEM’s to source from low cost countries threatening those manufacturers left behind. The story of those Black Country manufacturers fighting back and prospering demonstrates that the gap CAN be bridged and the Black Country can once again be the heart of manufacturing for the whole UK and beyond.
Through the stories of it's manufacturers this short and entertaining talk will take you on a journey through the evolution of manufacturing within the Black Country ending in industry 4.0. Through the people, processes and technology changes and what is required to succeed in the fourth industrial revolution.
Where better to discuss the story of Black Country manufacturing than at the dramatic heart of the BC the - Wolverhampton Grand Theatre. Set in the luxurious but still cosy surroundings of the Encore room. Our event takes place just after and only a stone’s throw away from the Black Country Business Expo, so come, sit, relax and hopefully leave inspired.
The talk will include:
What is Advanced Manufacturing?
How can you benefit from Industry 4.0 and the internet of things?
Where other companies in the Black Country have been successful
Why change to culture and skills are required
When to begin making the changes
Whether you are a manufacturer or keen supporter we would love to welcome you to our event. There will be ample opportunity to network both before and after the event with like-minded passionate advocates of manufacturing.
Confirmed Speaker: Mark Winsper, Owner of Business by Process
Mark Winsper owned and ran his family engineering company in Willenhall for nearly 20 years. Still passionate about manufacturing he recently sold his business and now dedicates his time to SME business owner development through adopting and managing by process.