As part of National Manufacturing Day 2024, Made Smarter Commission’s Co-Chair, Brian Holliday appeared on a new ITN Business current affairs campaign.
In 2017, the manufacturing industry and the UK government established the Made Smarter Commission to address productivity challenges in the sector. Brian Holliday, discusses the key obstacles facing smaller manufacturers, such as the need for digital transformation and innovation. The programme has been instrumental in supporting these businesses by providing access to cutting-edge technologies, mentoring, and funding. It has led to significant improvements in productivity and competitiveness, fostering new innovations that benefit both individual companies and the broader UK manufacturing landscape.