APAC
Smartphone shipments decline but AI chip demand surges
AI chip production rises to meet the growing demand for AI functionalities in new electronics.
Smartphone shipments decline but AI chip demand surges
AI chip production rises to meet the growing demand for AI functionalities in new electronics.
G4 manufacturing index rises to 49.6 in May
This is the highest since September 2022.
Global treaty key to advancing waste management in manufacturing: WEF
Unified policies and funding are essential for scaling plastic waste solutions in Asia.
Seven in 10 firms view cybersecurity as a disruptor in construction
Data reliance and mobile workforces escalate cyber threats for construction firms.
Asian supply chains stretched for the first time since January
Global supply chains are also operating near their full capacity.
Taiwan, Korea to see market lead in advanced chips drop in 2032 as US plays catch up
Expansion of China's chip capacity will dramatically slow down this decade.
Expert casts doubt on carbon capture for steel
An Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis report poses the question on whether companies should stick with CCUS or shift to evolving alternatives.
China remains top manufacturing nation in Emerging Asia: report
Vietnam ranks second while Malaysia claims the third spot.
Asia Pacific chip sales up in February: SIA
Sales volume in China, Japan and the rest of APAC totaled US$29.7b.
How employee involvement spurs technology integration in manufacturing
A World Economic Forum study unlocks a wealth of ways to improve the technology introduction process and avoid losing employees.
Demand for inputs at Asian factories shows strongest growth in 2 years
High purchasing activity in the region signals future growth.
How Edge Computing is a catalyst for industrial evolution
In a use case scenario, Edge Computing has been known to boost production by 30%.
APAC semiconductor firms invest heavily in talent
The scarcity of skilled talent looms as the industry’s foremost challenge in the next 3 years.
Manufacturing is at a turning point as AI shapes Industrial 4.0: McKinsey
Lighthouses or tech adoption leaders have shown greater resilience during disruptive times.
SOLIDWORKS irons out its long-term strategy amidst evolving industry
CEO Manish Kumar says ‘the sky’s the limit’ as top-level involvement in product development directs the company’s strategic trajectory.
Web attacks target manufacturers the most in APAC: report
One of the main causes is supply chain disruption.
Startup funding sees dip, but quality over quantity prevails – SOLIDWORKS experts
Despite a funding downturn, SOLIDWORKS experts foresee a promising shift towards more mature startups with tech prowess in manufacturing.
