WELCOME TO THE June edition of Manufacturing Global magazine . This month , we start the conversation with Edwin Goffard , COO of
Corrugated Europe for Smurfit Kappa .
As a global giant in the manufacturing industry , Goffard describes how Smurfit Kappa ’ s innovative thinking is impacting the packaging industry and supporting its customers .
Next , as the sector tries to meet the demands of Manufacturing 4.0 , computer numerical control ( CNC ) has emerged as a promising market , forecast to reach $ 100bn by 2025 .
Manufacturing Global ’ s Nell Walker finds out how motorsport is nurturing this manufacturing trend .
Next , as research from Deloitte showing that labour overspending has reached concerning levels , we speak to Jennie Brogrand , Manufacturing Sector Lead for LaborWise , Deloitte to find out more .
Overprocessing is one of the well-documented seven wastes of lean manufacturing .
With this in mind , Manufacturing Global talked to Tim Murray , Associative Director of Newton , to find out how processes can become more efficient in the manufacturing sector .
Next , we turn the spotlight to the top ten electronics manufacturers in the world . In 2016 alone , these organisations generated combined profits of $ 27.7trn but which manufacturers topped the list ?
Finally , we take a look at the most highly-anticipated events that the
sector has to offer .
Enjoy the issue !
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