Manufacturing Directors Programme Brochure

Module details

Module one Developing a manufacturing strategy Strategy execution relies on incomplete assumptions and past experiences that may not always be applicable if you work in a fast changing environment. The consequence here is that you may ignore or not fully leverage the resources currently available. • Develop the leadership skills to translate strategy into action. • Learn strategy framework tools for building powerful business strategies. • Assess the impact of manufacturing strategy on business performance. • Connect manufacturing strategy with execution and agile resourcing.

Technology trends and open innovation

Technology is the key enabler for delivering productive and flexible operations as well as innovation in new products and processes. It requires closer integration with suppliers and customers. • Get in-depth awareness of the state-of-the-art manufacturing technologies that allow flexible and responsive manufacturing operations. • Discover Additive Manufacturing and how you can leverage the power of digital 3D design data to build innovative components. • Explore the use of Ultraprecision • Manufacturing to improve quality control, reduce costs and extend the lifetime of a product or a component. • Learn how to build Through-Life Engineering Services capability, so you increase the value you give to your customer and enjoy additional profits to your business for years to come.

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