Kiwi aeronautical firm Inks multi-million dollar export deal with Royal Thai Air Force
New Zealand’s aeronautical sector is set for a multi-million dollar export boost following the signing of an agreement to supply Thai Aviation Industries Co., Ltd (TAI) who provide aircraft maintenance for the Royal Thai Air Force. A new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed between Thai Aviation Industries Co., Ltd (TAI), […]
How a data driven approach will achieve operational excellence
From March issue, NZ Manufacturer www.nzmanufacturer.co.nz -Scott Adams, Managing Principal, Argon & Co Many Kiwis have good instincts, or just good common sense, for our decision making. We might not be experts in all fields but we’re good enough to get by, and with a bit of focus we […]
What does ‘sustainable manufacturing’ actually involve?
In April issue of NZ Manufacturer www.nzmanufacturer.co.nz we talk with Emily Townsend, Services Director, thinkstep-anz. Emily’s spent her career working in manufacturing, and with manufacturers, in New Zealand and the UK. Emily, what does ‘sustainable manufacturing’ mean to you? It’s become a buzzword but I think it’s about change – […]
Unlocking Innovative Productivity: The Power of Sales & Operations Execution in Manufacturing
From April issue of NZ Manufacturer www.nzmanufacturer.co.nz -Chris Foord and Natalie Russell, Argon & Co In a manufacturing business, where supply chains intertwine and customer demands fluctuate, Sales & Operations Execution (S&OE) emerges as a pivotal force. S&OE, a dynamic process that bridges the gap between strategic planning and day-to-day […]
Transforming industry– exploring the application of advanced manufacturing in Aotearoa New Zealand
By Dr Troy Coyle, HERA CEO Recently, HERA visited Australia with Manufacturing Minister Hon Andrew Bayly and heavy engineering industry representatives to better understand how Australia is responding to the “Industry 4.0” revolution. This visit included a tour of both the University of Wollongong’s Facility for Intelligent Fabrication (FIF) and […]
Empowering Frontline Leaders: A Key to Boosting Productivity in New Zealand’s Manufacturing Sector
From April issue, NZ Manufacturer www.nzmanufacturer.co.nz -David O’Connor, Commercial Manager, The Learning Wave Much has been written about the need for New Zealand manufacturing businesses to increase productivity to remain competitive internationally, and subsequently, the benefits that adoption of new digital technologies and smart factories can deliver to NZ manufacturers. […]
Information and operational technology a crucial strategy
From April issue of NZ Manufacturer www.nzmanufacturer.co.nz Adam Sharman, Senior Partner, Dsifer As manufacturers look to technology to support the productivity, efficiency and innovation of their operations, the convergence of Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) stands out as a crucial strategy. As at 2024, the OT market is […]
Australia and New Zealand working together
Editorial April issue NZ Manufacturer www.nzmanufacturer.co.nz In late March, the Minister for Manufacturing, Andrew Bayly, spent a week in Australia, where he met with four ministers in the Australian Federal Government, including Senator Hon Tim Ayres, the Assistant Minister for Manufacturing and Assistant Minister for Trade. They discussed opportunities that […]
Lessons in collaboration from across the Tasman
From April issue NZ Manufacturer magazine www.nzmanufacturer.co.nz Andrew Bayly, Minister for Manufacturing In my February article, I announced the first meeting of my Manufacturing Productivity Advisory Group, a forum for business leaders keen to enable a brighter future for New Zealand’s manufacturing sector. I am pleased to say this group […]
What do we do about manufacturing?
From April issue of NZ Manufacturer www.nzmanufacturer.co.nz By Brett O’Riley, Chief Executive EMA *Brett O’Riley is stepping down from his role at EMA in June. What follows are his present reflections on manufacturing in New Zealand. Our manufacturing sector is struggling, and it pains me to say it. The […]
Women in Business: Hildy Kovacs, co-owner, Kovacs Design Furniture
Tell readers just what it is you do? My brother Johnny and I own the furniture manufacturing business, Kovacs Design Furniture. We still make all our furniture in our New Zealand factory based in Christchurch and our tag line is “Made. Right. Here.” Which the team is immensely proud of. […]
Tips to maximise your consumer-facing passkey implementation
Dave Pham, Senior Solutions Architect, Yubico Passkeys have taken the online security world by storm since their inception in mid-2022, even if the underlying technology can technically be traced back to FIDO2 and its breakthrough onto the world stage in 2018. Popularity has no doubt exploded due to their widespread adoption by the […]
Maruiti Safe Haven: Empowering Māori Safety Leadership in New Zealand Manufacturing
Workplace safety statistics often paint a sobering picture. In New Zealand, Māori workers experience 31% more serious non-fatal work-related injuries compared to their non-Māori counterparts. ACC’s claim rate data, coupled with Stats NZ’s Household Labour Force Survey from 2019 to 2021, underscores a troubling reality: Māori injury rates stand significantly higher, ranging from 25% to 33% above those of non-Māori. With the New Zealand Manufacturing sector employing over 250,000 people, and Māori making up approximately 14% of the workforce, it is clear that a transformative shift is required to address these statistics and help build safer work, safer workplaces, and safer workers. Recognising the need for change, Nik Jessop and Katrina Tahi Tahi from Te Pou Ora – Northern Region Equity, Partnerships & Intervention Design at Worksafe New Zealand and The Learning Wave have developed Maruiti Safe Haven – a Māori Safety Leadership training programme that develops improved safety outcomes by integrating a Te Ao Māori cultural lens into safety leadership practices. Picture: From the HRNZ Awards. This marae-based experience incorporates Tikanga Māori principles to engage the hearts and minds of operational and production leaders and to deepen the connection to Māori perspectives on not just Health and safety but also well-being. Te Whare Tapa Whā is utilised as a framework to foster shared understanding and language of being a Safety leader, and their commitment to safety at a personal, operational, and business level. Since 2020, the Maruiti Safe Haven Kaupapa has uplifted the safety leadership skills of over 60 leaders from 14 manufacturing businesses across Te Tai Tokerau. This initiative has not only enhanced safety capabilities resulting in tangible improvements in workplace safety. It has equipped these leaders with the tools to support their kaimahi more effectively and create greater engagement and participation, which are key to lifting safety […]