METALL event round-up: Growing your business internationally

On 25th September we hosted our latest METALL event for manufacturing, engineering and technology businesses. Nick Charles, International Trade Adviser at the Department of Business and Trade provided valuable information for businesses expanding internationally. Here we provide a summary of the key points covered. Why consider international expansion? Entering international markets offers numerous benefits, such as: Access to larger markets […]

Digital Accounting in the Manufacturing Sector

Technological advancements have significantly impacted business operations, and digital accounting has become a useful tool for the manufacturing sector. This article explores the benefits and features of digital accounting, tailored specifically for manufacturers. What is Digital Accounting? Digital accounting allows businesses to manage their financial data on cloud based systems, storing it securely on remote […]

Made Smarter Innovation: Future of Supply Chain Labs

UK Manufacturing is facing a supply chain crisis. Rising prices, transport delays, materials shortages and working capital pressure. All sectors are being impacted, with small and medium sized manufacturers in the frontlines, squeezed by customer requirements and supplier challenges. As mentioned at the last METALL event, the Future of Supply Chain Labs programme launches this […]

METALL Funding Webinar

The changing landscape Following COVID and the end of the Brexit transition period, manufacturing businesses have faced additional cash flow pressures. Whether you’re looking to expand, purchase more equipment or pivot in the market place, funding opportunities have changed. This webinar recorded on 29 September 2021 covers the changing landscape for funding the manufacturing sector. […]

METALL Panel Webinar: The Manufacturing Outlook

On 22 April 2021, the METALL forum hosted an online panel webinar to discuss the state of the manufacturing sector, listen to industry experts and manufacturers, and talk about what the future may hold for the sector. Topics covered: State of the sector: Chris Beck, Editor at Manufacturing Management, provides an overview of how the […]

METALL webinar presentation

On 14 May, the METALL forum hosted an online panel webinar to discuss the key issues affecting the manufacturing sector during the COVID-19 pandemic. If you were unable to attend the webinar, you can watch the full video below: Virtual round-table During the webinar, we asked attendees if they would be interested in attending a […]

Skills Event – the sequel!

Following on from the ‘Skills Chasm’ event at the University of Chichester’s new Engineering & Digital Campus at Bognor Regis, our next event will see delegates from the engineering, manufacturing and the education sector looking at a practical approach to improving connectivity between industry and the Further and Higher education sectors. Sign up by following […]