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Humanity confronts a defining question: how will AI change us? 8/29/2018

In his new book 2062: The World that AI Made, UNSW artificial intelligence expert Toby Walsh urges us to choose wisely as we define the effects on our lives of the Fourth Industrial ...

Australians believe robots will take jobs 8/15/2018

It has been shown that 45 per cent of activities people are paid to perform can be replaced by automated technologies.

The future of work is now 6/13/2018

With the rise of emergent technologies and increased automation across industries, the growing push towards a future of work is seeing many start to question how we can best prepare ...

Can society keep up with the pace of digital technology? 3/7/2018

We’re more connected than ever – with one swipe, information is at our fingertips. And the digital technology revolution shows no sign of slowing down.

Guide to choosing the right conveyor system 11/2/2017

Conveyors are an essential component of materials handling but often the last to be considered when it comes to process planning.

Australian PMI®: manufacturing stabilises in September 10/6/2016

After a sharp drop in August, the Australian Industry Group Australian Performance of Manufacturing Index (Australian PMI®) regained 2.9 points to record a broadly stable 49.8 in ...

Research shows consumers want 'Australian made' 10/6/2016

The Australian Made Campaign (AMCL) has welcomed the latest research from Colmar Brunton which reveals 'Australian made' has moved to the third most looked for statement on product ...

Engineers challenge Minister over Skilled Occupation listing 9/15/2016

The Government continues to allow companies to source engineers from overseas when thousands of Australian based engineers struggle to find work.

Ai Group leads high-level Industry 4.0 apprenticeship initiative 9/8/2016

"Ai Group is embarking on a major collaborative project that could reinvent apprenticeships in Australia."

6 Great Podcasts for Manufacturing Professionals 9/1/2016

If you’re not up to speed with podcasts, they’re a great way to stay up to speed with anything and everything while, well, operating at speed.

Manufacturing people power: full time or labour hire? 8/11/2016

With eCommerce and an ever-growing market of impatient customers expecting everything yesterday, manufacturing has never faced more challenges.

Training Supervisors to Improve Health and Wellbeing of Employees 7/27/2016

Mental and stress related disorders such as depression, anxiety and burnout account for a large percentage of all work-related health problems.

Ai Group welcomes job creation focus in SA State Budget 7/21/2016

The Australian Industry Group (Ai Group) welcomes the SA Government's initiative in job creation and the Job Accelerator Program.

The Future of Manufacturing: It’s a Very Small World 7/20/2016

Where do we look when we're developing new ways to improve the quality of our products and reduce their cost?

Does Brexit have any fibre? 7/14/2016

What exactly is this British breakfast cereal that's got everyone in a tizz?

The importance of torque control 7/5/2016

Torque control is a very important factor in any quality assurance system, however, torque control is often overlooked in many factories.

Be prepared - wage rate changes effective 1 July 2016 6/30/2016

A new National Minimum Wage comes into effect from the first pay period on or after tomorrow, July 1.

Women considered better industry workers. Or not? 6/30/2016

Women and industry workplace settings aren’t a common picture that comes to mind.

Manufacturers plan for more investment and new jobs 6/23/2016

Australia's manufacturers remain upbeat thanks to an uptick in home building activity and the lower Australian dollar, although the surge in confidence of late last year is abating, ...

Reinventing Company Culture to Increase Employee Engagement and Safety 6/15/2016