Insights from Institute for Manufacturing, Cambridge Nov18

Insights from Institute for Manufacturing, Cambridge Nov18

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  IfM INSIGHTS The Institutefor Manufacturing, part of the University of Cambridge’s Department of Engineering, produces world-leading research across a wide range of manufacturing related topics. This document summarises some of the latest news and insights that I hope will be useful in your role. If you have any questions about the content, please get in touch: Rob Munro, IfM ECS Senior Industrial Fellow e: [email protected] | t: +44 (0)7896 128878 The latest thinking on manufacturing technology, management and policy Unlocking ideas through open innovation Dominic Oughton explains why open innovation is a compelling strategy for businesses looking to thrive in the FMCG sector and beyond. »» Read more Collaboration as the best medicine Dr Jag Srai explains how ReMediES, a 23-million funded, 4-year project has forged a new model for cross-sector collaboration in UK medicines manufacturing. »» Read more How TfL is mapping relationships for better results Dr Florian Urmetzer explains how Transport for London has used ecosystem mapping to identify relationships and value exchanges for better results in planning a large infrastructure project. »» Read more Seven ways to improve the impact of your roadmap Dr Rob Phaal gives seven ways organisations can improve their approach to roadmapping, providing an excellent foundation for planning strategic technology and innovation activities. »» Read more The practical impact of digital manufacturing: results from international experience This report by Policy Links for Innovate UK analyses evidence on potential benefits derived from the adoption of digital technologies in the manufacturing sector. »» Read more Describing skills: the art of the specific To acquire and develop a skill, we first need to unpick and describe what it involves more closely. Dr Judith Shawcross from the IfM explains some insights from her research into this. »» Read more aa 21st Annual CIM Symposium - Globalisation 2.0 28 & 29 September 2017 The 21st annual Cambridge International Manufacturing Symposium provides the chance to hear from world-leading business figures and thinkers on the challenges facing modern manufacturing. aa Technology Intelligence 19 October 2017 This one-day course focuses on how to develop and improve your technology intelligence activities to capture the information you need to support strategic planning and decision making. aa See all courses Strategic Roadmapping - 13-14 March, 12-13 June & 9-10 October 2019 A two-day thorough introduction to strategic roadmapping, a graphical approach that supports strategic planning, guiding participants through each step of the roadmapping process. »» Find out more Technology and Innovation Management - 26-28 March 2019 This intensive three-day course will help managers to understand and to use the key tools and techniques needed to manage and exploit technological investments and opportunities. »» Find out more Events and Courses Insights