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Insights4Mfg
by Jeff Beacham
Thought Leadership to Support UK Manufacturing Insights4Mfg, in partnership with Automate UK, looks at the challenges and opportunities for UK Manufacturing. Each episode features a discussion with a special guest from a range of Manufacturers, Service Providers, Support Organisations & Trade Associations. Topics include Technology, International Trade, Sector Trends, Leadership, People Strategy, Skills & Apprenticeships, Trade Associations, Exhibitions, Marketing & PR. Insights4Mfg is hosted by Jeff Beacham, Director & Owner of Authentica Resourcing Ltd, an Executive Search firm supporting the Manufacturing, Engineering, Capital Equipment & Automation sectors.
Episodes
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Robot Strategy for ROI
Robot Strategy for ROI (Return on Investment) is the focus of today's discussion between Stephanie West, Deputy Director of Operations at NERIC (North of England Robotic Innovation Centre) and Host Jeff Beacham. How does NERIC support SME Manufacturers? How do you see automation and robotics...
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British Design Fund
British Design Fund Chair, John Mathers, talks to Host Jeff Beacham about the Manufacturing & Design Start-Up arena. What do you see as the biggest challenges facing design-led startups in the UK today, especially in the manufacturing space? What inspired the creation of the British Design Fund…
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SME Manufacturing Growth
SME Manufacturing Growth - What are the growth challenges facing SME Manufacturers? This is just one of the questions put to Adam Payne, Managing Director of New Way Growth on this episode of Insights4Mfg, by Host - Jeff Beacham. Adam has a strong background in Manufacturing Leadership within the...
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Collaboration in Manufacturing
Collaboration in Manufacturing is essential for individual businesses and the sector to innovate and grow. In this episode of Insights4Mfg, we shine the spotlight on MAN Group (Manufacturing Assembly Network) - a collaboration of complementary UK manufacturers providing a single source…
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Progression into Leadership
Career Progression into Leadership is often a choice but sometimes in can present itself when you least expecting it. Insights4Mfg Host, Jeff Beacham talks to Michal Zajac - Plant Manager at Plastivaloire Northampton, about the journey he's been on over the last 10 years from Project Engineer to...
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Sustainable Manufacturing
Sustainability in Manufacturing is a huge topic and one that has as many challenges as benefits. Featured guest, Adam Dickins, Director of A.D Frameworks talks to Jeff about the importance of Sustainability in Manufacturing, some of the challenges and strategies to deploy and how technology is...
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Non-Executive Directors - The Strategic Edge
Non-Executive Directors or NEDs are a valuable resource for any Boardroom. Insights4Mfg Host, Jeff Beacham talks to Martyn Jones - NED, Independent Business Advisor & Chartered Director about the benefits of having a Non-Executive Director on your board and some of the challenges associated in...
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Inspiring Women in Robotics
Inspiring Women in Robotics is something that 'Robot Queen' Vanessa Loiola has become well-known for. Insights4Mfg host, Jeff Beacham talks to Vanessa to find out about some of the challenges SME Manufacturers encounter when considering robotics deployment, Vanessa's inspiration to become a Robot...
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Engineers Insight
Engineers Insight is an App and the central point for product launches, documentation, forums, FAQs and direct access to the world’s largest industrial manufacturers. Featured Guest, Thomas Flude, Co-Founder of Engineers Insight speaks with Jeff about his inspiration for the app, what it is, who...
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PPMA Show 2024 Preview
PPMA Show 2024 - Register for FREE here: https://ppma-show-2024-visitor.reg.buzz/ Processing and packaging machinery with containing automation and robotics galore will be exactly what you get when you attend the PPMA Show at NEC National Exhibition Centre Birmingham between 24th – 26th September...
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Robotics & Automation Apprenticeships
Featured guest, Charlie Allen, Lead Project Manager speaks with Jeff about how Automate BEST promotes apprenticeships in the engineering, manufacturing, robotics and machine vision industries. How has Automate BEST evolved since its inception in 2014 and what have been some of the major…
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Inspired by 'Super-Engineer' - Iron Man
Featured guest, Solomon McKiernan, Electronic Engineering Degree Apprentice at Leonardo, talks to Jeff about his six-year journey from school leaver to recently obtaining a Bachelors Degree with First Class Honours. With the skills gaps in #UKManufacturing & Engineering and a recent downturn in…
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Manufacturer's Video Content Goldmine
Featured guest Dan Barker, Director of Dan Barker Studios speaks with Jeff about the 'Goldmine' of opportunity for Manufacturers to showcase their business through Video Content. Full of tips and advice for any manufacturing business who are looking to maximise their marketing efforts. Here are...
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Automate UK - Supporting UK Manufacturing
Featured Guest, James Causebrook - Chairman of Automate UK, speaks with Jeff about the importance of awareness and promotion of automation technology within UK Manufacturing. With over 580 full and affiliate member companies, Automate UK comprises three leading Trade Associations - PPMA, BARA &...
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Automation UK Exhibition
#AutomationUK #AutomateUK #RoboticsAndAutomation This episode of Insights4Mfg is brought to you in Partnership with AutomateUK Featured guest, Peter Williamson - CEO of Automate UK speaks with Insights4Mfg Host Jeff Beacham about the 2nd Annual Automation UK Exhibition on June 18th - 19th 2024 at...
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Insights4Mfg Season 5 Episode 6 - Advantages of Smart Manufacturing
Featured guest, Sara Duff - Director of Smart Manufacture & Smart Quality Services talks with Jeff about the challenges, opportunities and benefits of Smart Manufacturing, along with some common misconceptions about implementing smart quality solutions in manufacturing. 1. What are the key...
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Re-Building UK Heavy Engineering - Investing in Technology, Skills & Infrastructure
In Season 5 Episode 5 of Insights4Mfg, featured guest Keith Ridgway, Senior Manufacturing Executive at the University of Strathclyde talks to Jeff about the much-needed renaissance of the UK's Heavy Engineering capability. The discussion also highlights reshoring and the fantastic work being...
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Insights4Mfg Season 5 Episode 4 Smarter Manufacturing - Robotic Solutions & Integration
Featured Guest, Steve Banton – Channel Manager at ABB Robotics UK, joins Jeff to discuss the opportunities from Smart Manufacturing through Robotic Solution Integration. 2024 marks the 50th Anniversary of the founding of ABB and also the 20th Anniversary of ABB Robotics UK. How important is...
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Insights4Mfg Season 5 Episode 3 - Building UK Manufacturing Legacy through STEM, Advanced Engineering & Collaboration
Featured guest, Rowan Crozier MBE - CEO of Brandauer joins Jeff to discuss how STEM is so important to the future of UK Manufacturing, how collaboration has enabled a new Tooling Academy in Telford and the benefits of the collective Manufacturing Assembly Network, along with other topics. Why is...
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Insights4Mfg Season 5 Episode 2 Peer to Peer Groups & Facilitation - A True Manufacturer's Alliance
#Insights4Mfg #UKManufacturing #SupportUKmfg #L:éadership #Management #ManufacturingPodcast Featured guest, Gary Sheader - Founder & MD of The Manufacturer's Alliance speaks with Jeff about how Manufacturing peer-to-peer groups can be a huge benefit for businesses seeking to overcome their...
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Insights4Mfg Season 5 Episode 1 - CPI Confederation of Paper Industries
Featured guest, Andrew Large, Director General at the Confederation of Paper Industries, joins Jeff to discuss the importance of the UK's paper industry, the benefits and relevance of paper and cardboard products in an ever-increasing digital world, along with an overview of the sector and some…
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Insights4Mfg Season 4 Christmas Special - High Performance & Great Culture CAN exist by adding some JOY
'Tis the season to be jolly, said Clark W. Griswald in my favourite Christmas movie of all time (National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation) This year, for the final episode of #Insights4Mfg before Christmas, I wanted to end the season with a conversation on a topic that should be on everyone's mind,...
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Insights4Mfg Season 4 Episode 17 - The Uncomplicated way of acquiring a Manufacturing Business
Featured guest, Steve Lawrence, Owner of Uncomplicated Group speaks to Jeff about the journey he's been on as an entrepreneur following his first acquisition of an injection moulding business. At the time of recording this podcast, Steve was in week ten of his tenure as a new business owner. Jeff...
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Insights4Mfg Season 4 Episode 16 - The Design & Technology Association
Featured guest, Tony Ryan - CEO at The Design & Technology Association speaks with Jeff about the gap between Education and Industry, why kids need a STEM curriculum that not only teaches them skills, but does it in a way that excites them and how Blueprint 1000 is a conduit between Education &...
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Insights4Mfg Season 4 Episode 15 - The Next Generation of Marvelous Manufacturing Talent
Featured guest, Angela Lawlor, Managing Director of Marvelous Manufacturing talks to Jeff about the link-up between Manufacturing businesses and schools and how a proactive and collaborative approach to encouraging more youngsters into the sector is vital. What are the challenges for…
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Insights4Mfg Season 4 Episode 14 - Manufacturing the right PR & Communications Strategy
Featured guest, Stuart Brookes - Founder & Managing Director of Blackbird Communications, speaks with Jeff about the importance of a good PR & Comms strategy as well as some interesting trends in the sector. What challenges do manufacturing businesses commonly face with their communications and…
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Insights4Mfg Season 4 Episode 13 - British Automation & Robotics Association (BARA)
Featured guest, George Thompson - Chairman at BARA, speaks with Jeff about how Automation and Robotics can enable UK Manufacturing businesses to innovate and grow, the support provided by BARA and its members and the recent formation of AutomateUK, the re-branded PPMA Group of Companies. Why do…
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Insights4Mfg Season 4 Episode 12 MMMA - Metalforming Machinery Manufacturer's Association
Featured guest, Adrian Haller, Chairman of the Metalforming Machinery Manufacturer's Association & MD of Bruderer UK, talks to Jeff about the trends and opportunities within UK Manufacturing and Metalforming, as well as the Skills Gap. What trends are shaping the manufacturing industry,...
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Insights4Mfg Season 4 Episode 11 - Sensing The Success In UK Manufacturing
Featured guest, Mark Weymouth - Managing Director of Plus Automation, talks to Jeff about all things positive about UK Manufacturing and why he started posting a Friday Good News Round-Up on LinkedIn 4 years ago. Jeff also finds out about the work Mark is involved in at Plus Automation. What...
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Insights4Mfg Season 4 Episode 10 - 25 Years of Manufacturing Recruitment Delivered Authentically
The tables have turned once again on Insights4Mfg as Host Jeff Beacham, the usual Hunter becomes the Hunted. Jon Cox, Executive Coach and Joint Venture Partner in the Authentica Resourcing Platinum Service, interviews Jeff and draws out some insights and facts about Jeff, the person, as well as…
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Insights4Mfg Season 4 Episode 9 - Additive Manufacturing UK - Supporting the evolution of Manufacturing
Featured guest, Josh Dugdale - Head of Additive Manufacturing UK (AMUK) - part of the Manufacturing Technologies Association, speaks with Jeff about the continuing rise of Additive Manufacturing in the UK. How important is Additive Manufacturing to the future of UK Manufacturing? What impacts of…
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Insights4Mfg Season 4 Episode 8 - Debunking Import/Export for UK Manufacturing
Featured guest, Lucinda O'Reilly, Founder of The International Trade Consultancy speaks with Jeff about the world of international trade and how it's evolved for the UK following Brexit, since the introduction of the New Customs Rules in January 2022.How has the landscape of international trade…
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Linking the Manufacturing & Engineering Supply Chain
Featured guest, Alan Arthur - CEO of the GTMA Manufacturing Resource Centre speaks with Jeff about a range of topics impacting and providing opportunities for UK Manufacturing, including Reshoring, Technology Advancement, Materials Development, Skills Gaps, Supply Chain Disruption, Sustainability...
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Insights4Mfg Season 4 Episode 6 - Coaching & Mentoring (Part 4)
Featured guest, Jon Cox, Founder of Up Front Coaching and Mentoring, talks with Jeff about how Coaching & Mentoring can improve strategic decision-making, galvanize teams and help senior executives develop a resilience and adaptable mindset. How does coaching and mentoring address the strategic...
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Insights4Mfg Season 4 Episode 5 - UK Manufacturing Leadership
Featured guest, Jack Troutt - Commercial Manager at Manufacturing Leadership Magazine, speaks to Jeff about the Leadership landscape in UK Manufacturing through the various print, online and in-person resources, support and events provided by Manufacturing Management Magazine.What’s the biggest...
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Insights4Mfg Season 4 Episode 4 - Coaching & Mentoring (Part 3)
Featured guest, Jon Cox, Founder of Up Front Coaching and Mentoring talks with Jeff in Part 3 of our Coaching & Mentoring special about some of the challenges that senior Executives face and how Coaching & Mentoring can improve the outcomes of Change or Transformation programmes. In the context…
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Insights4Mfg Season 4 Episode 3 - Coaching & Mentoring (Part 2)
Featured guest, Jon Cox, Founder of Up Front Coaching and Mentoring, talks to Jeff in Part 2 of our Coaching & Mentoring special (2 of 4).What qualities do you value most in a coach/mentor relationship?What is the expected duration of a coaching/mentoring relationship?What level of commitment and...
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Insights4Mfg Season 4 Episode 2 - Smartphone Video Marketing
Featured guest, Daryl Cygler, Founder of Smartphone Video Marketing Group, talks to Jeff about how Manufacturing businesses can showcase their products, services, people and plant through the use of Smartphone Video. Why should Manufacturing businesses try some of their own Smartphone Video...
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Insights4Mfg Season 4 - Episode 1 - Coaching & Mentoring (Part 1)
Featured guest, Jon Cox - Founder of Up Front Coaching & Mentoring speaks with Jeff about how Executive Coaching and Mentoring can impact both businesses and individuals.What is the difference between coaching and mentoring?What are the common misconceptions between the two?What are the primary...
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Insights4Mfg Season 3 Episode 11 Authentic Leadership starts with Listening
Featured guest, Jane Adshead-Grant, a Master Certified Coach and Listening Specialist, speaks with Jeff about the 5 Levels of Listening and how businesses can create great culture, teamwork and engagement through listening. Why is Listening such an important Leadership skill? What are the 5…
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Insights4Mfg Season 3 Episode 10 STEM & Future Talent - EngineeringUK
Featured guest Hilary Leevers, CEO of EngineeringUK speaks with Jeff about the skills challenges facing UK Engineering and Manufacturing and the key topics of Vocational Pathways, Apprenticeships, Diversity, Industrial & Skills Strategies.How can business leaders get involved to support the...
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Insights4Mfg Season 3 Episode 9 Employee Benefits - Supporting your Hiring & Retention strategy
Featured guest, Ann Barker, Sales & Partnerships Director at Excellect, an employee benefits broker, speaks with Jeff about the ways in which selecting the right benefits to offer your employees can make a huge difference for your business. What are some of the common misconceptions about…
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Insights4Mfg Season 3 Episode 8 Make UK - Supporting UK Manufacturing & Engineering
Featured guest, Charlotte Horobin, Regional Director for Midlands & East of England at Make UK, speaks with Jeff about the UK Manufacturing outlook for 2023, National Manufacturing Day, Apprenticeships and other insights affecting UK Manufacturing. What is the outlook for UK Manufacturing in…
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Insights4Mfg Season 3 Episode 7 Tooling-up new Apprenticeship Training Facilities at In-Comm
Featured guest, Gareth Jones, Managing Director of In-Comm Training & Business Services, talks to Jeff about the current state of UK Engineering Apprenticeships, the skills gaps in UK Manufacturing and the recent investments at In-Comm. For businesses, what are the main benefits of investing in...
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Insights4Mfg Season 3 Episode 6 MTA & MACH - Harnessing technology to boost Manufacturing productivity and competitive advantage
Featured guest, James Selka, CEO of the Manufacturing Technologies Association, speaks with Jeff about the opportunities for UK Manufacturing that can be created by the uptake of technology. The UK has a 'once in a lifetime' opportunity to re-industrialise and technology is providing an exciting...
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Insights4Mfg Season 3 Episode 5 - A Leadership Superpower - Kindness
Featured guest, Jenny Haase - Founder of Kindness From The Heart, talk to Jeff about how Kindness can be a Leadership Superpower for organisations and how a small act of kindness in the workplace can send out ripples throughout the entire organisation, into people's homes and the community. Why…
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Insights4Mfg Season 3 Episode 4 Machinery & Manufacturing - The showcase in digital and print
Featured guest, Laura Crawford, Owner & Editorial Director at Machinery & Manufacturing magazine talks to Jeff about the launch of M&M, STEM, Trade Exibitions and her passion for machine tools and everything 'Manufacturing'. What are your customers saying about the current state of UK...
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Insights4Mfg Season 3 Episode 3 Employment Law - Creating mutual value for Employers & Employees
Featured guest, Richard Hiron - Employment Law & HR Solicitor, speaks with Jeff about how to best protect the interests of businesses and individuals through the appropriate use of employment law. What are currently the biggest risks to a business, regarding Employment Law? How can UK…
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Insights4Mfg Season 3 Episode 2 Mentoring - The spark that ignites personal growth and business success
Featured guest, Chelsey Baker, CEO & Founder of National Mentoring Day speaks to Jeff about the amazing opportunities for individuals and businesses to grow and prosper through the adoption of Mentoring. What are the benefits of mentoring? What is National Mentoring Day? How does mentoring…
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Insights4Mfg Season 3 Episode 1 - Oxford Innovation Advice - Supporting UK Manufacturing SMEs
Featured guest, Jane Galsworthy, Managing Director of Oxford Innovation Advice, speaks with Jeff about a range of National Support Programmes for SMEs, including: Access to Finance, Innovate UK Edge, Manufacturing Growth Programme II Strategic Growth Programme, Transform Programme What are the…
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Thought Leadership to Support UK Manufacturing
Insights4Mfg, in partnership with Automate UK, looks at the challenges and opportunities for UK Manufacturing. Each episode features a discussion with a special guest from a range of Manufacturers, Service Providers, Support Organisations & Trade Associations.
Topics include Technology, International Trade, Sector Trends, Leadership, People Strategy, Skills & Apprenticeships, Trade Associations, Exhibitions, Marketing & PR.
Insights4Mfg is hosted by Jeff Beacham, Director & Owner of Authentica Resourcing Ltd, an Executive Search firm supporting the Manufacturing, Engineering, Capital Equipment & Automation sectors.
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