About this Event
This practical workshop is part of the NWSmart5.0 project and will help North West manufacturing SMEs understand how digital transformation can deliver real gains in efficiency and productivity. The session is delivered in collaboration with the Greater Manchester Chambers of Commerce (GMCC) and the Greater Manchester Institute of Technology (GMIoT), and funded by the CyberFocus - UKRI Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC).
The workshop, led by Dr Angel Jimenez-Aranda, will explore Industry 5.0 principles, safe and responsible technology adoption, and practical tools to support secure, human-centric digital change.
The session aims to:
- Demonstrate how digital transformation can boost efficiency and productivity in manufacturing SMEs
- Introduce practical frameworks and real-world examples aligned with Industry 5.0
This workshop is part of a series. Follow the to receive alerts of future events. By registering, you are expressing your interest in attending the workshop. Your place is not confirmed until a member of the team has been in touch.
Agenda
🕑: 08:30 AM - 09:00 AM
Welcome and registration
🕑: 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Workshop
Host: Dr Angel Jimenez-Aranda
Info: How Digital Transformation Drives Efficiency and Productivity – with Dr Angel Jimenez-Aranda, Associate Professor of Digital Transformation, Centre for Sustainable Innovation, University of Salford
🕑: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Networking
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
GM Digital Security Hub (DiSH), 47 Lloyd Street, Manchester, United Kingdom
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