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Barometer shows that manufacturers must improve productivity to meet expected sales and profit growth
Small to medium sized manufacturers (SMEs) must improve productivity by unlocking ‘their own hidden potential’, if sales and profits growth are to meet expectations – according to the latest National Manufacturing Barometer.
Government Unveils Industrial Strategy to Boost Productivity across the UK
Business Secretary Greg Clark has launched the Government’s ambitious Industrial Strategy, setting out a long-term vision for how Britain can build on its economic strengths, address productivity, embrace technological change and support businesses.
Manufacturers look to people and existing equipment before automation to solve UK’s ‘productivity puzzle’
Latest National Manufacturing Barometer shows SME manufacturers are looking for productivity gains from their workforce and existing equipment ahead of investment in automation.