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The Ultimate Guide to Manufacturing

A curated Irish edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Manufacturing.

What to know about Manufacturing

IT in Manufacturing explores the dynamic integration of information technology within the manufacturing sector, spotlighting innovations that enhance efficiency, productivity, and sustainability. Readers can delve into topics like cloud-based ERP systems, Internet of Things (IoT) applications, artificial intelligence, and automation trends that are reshaping factory operations and supply chains.

This tag brings together stories about technological advancements such as 3D printing breakthroughs, digital twins, and cybersecurity challenges specific to manufacturing environments. Engaging with these stories provides valuable insights into how manufacturers worldwide are navigating digital transformation, adopting smart factory solutions, and addressing emerging risks to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving industry.

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Recent Manufacturing News

Assa Abloy buys Portugal's Santos in mechanical push
Mergers and Acquisitions

Assa Abloy buys Portugal's Santos in mechanical push

The deal expands ASSA ABLOY's European manufacturing base and is expected to lift earnings per share from day one.

2 days ago

Sage adds AI tools to X3 for manufacturers & distributors
Digital Transformation

Sage adds AI tools to X3 for manufacturers & distributors

Manufacturers and distributors could cut manual work as the software maker embeds AI, e-invoicing and cloud tools into Sage X3.

3 days ago

Nexis urges mid-year identity governance budget review
Data Quality

Nexis urges mid-year identity governance budget review

Manual access reviews and audit gaps are adding hidden costs as firms hit mid-year and rethink identity governance budgets.

3 days ago

HCLTech expands Google Cloud & ServiceNow AI tie-up
Contact Centre

HCLTech expands Google Cloud & ServiceNow AI tie-up

The move is aimed at helping large firms shift AI from pilots into production with tighter governance across manufacturing, service and IT workflows.

3 days ago

Epicor launches Prism AI for UK & Europe ERP users
Digital Transformation

Epicor launches Prism AI for UK & Europe ERP users

Manufacturers and distributors can now query live ERP data in context, as the new tool aims to ease skills shortages and speed decisions.

4 days ago

Dragos launches EmberAI for operational technology teams
Threat intelligence

Dragos launches EmberAI for operational technology teams

Critical infrastructure operators face a new AI defence as EmberAI is designed to speed OT threat triage amid rising cyberattack risk.

4 days ago

Infosys expands GlobalFoundries deal for AI-led IT services
Productivity

Infosys expands GlobalFoundries deal for AI-led IT services

The semiconductor maker will shift internal IT operations to a managed services model designed to cut incidents and improve employee support.

5 days ago

NTT DATA launches AI agent for consumer goods planning
Marketing

NTT DATA launches AI agent for consumer goods planning

Product teams may get concepts to review in minutes rather than months as the new service aims to speed early decisions on brand fit and compliance.

5 days ago

Accenture to buy majority stake in Dragos in USD $4.2bn deal
Mergers and Acquisitions

Accenture to buy majority stake in Dragos in USD $4.2bn deal

The acquisition signals Accenture's push into critical infrastructure security as the combined businesses target a USD $27 billion market by 2026.

6 days ago

Canon launches ColourStream 7000 series for mid-range print
Sustainability

Canon launches ColourStream 7000 series for mid-range print

Mid-sized print providers can now scale output more cheaply, with Canon's new presses promising 127 metres a minute and easier upgrades.

Last week

Patent filing backs privacy-preserving identity system
Smart Cities

Patent filing backs privacy-preserving identity system

EU backers are seeking €74.3 million to roll out a system that proves a person was present without exposing personal data.

Last week

Gathid launches authority assurance for complex identities
Digital Transformation

Gathid launches authority assurance for complex identities

It aims to help large organisations spot hidden control risks as roles, credentials and delegated access combine across fragmented systems.

Last week

Accenture buys Dragos & cybersecurity firms for USD $4.2bn
Digital Transformation

Accenture buys Dragos & cybersecurity firms for USD $4.2bn

The acquisitions deepen Accenture's push into industrial cyber defence as it targets power grids, pipelines and data centres.

Last week

Transatel, Docomo & Zscaler launch IoT security service
Virtual Private Networks

Transatel, Docomo & Zscaler launch IoT security service

Enterprises linking thousands of low-power devices across borders can now secure them without VPNs or on-device agents in Japan.

Last week

Yokogawa updates OpreX server for easier plant control
Digital Transformation

Yokogawa updates OpreX server for easier plant control

Plant operators can now connect mixed equipment more easily as Yokogawa adds multi-vendor support and tighter security to its OpreX server.

Last week

Carney expands Canada-Ireland AI ties on Dublin visit
Agricultural Technology

Carney expands Canada-Ireland AI ties on Dublin visit

Closer cooperation in artificial intelligence, health and defence follows Canada-Ireland talks as bilateral trade reached $6 billion last year.

Last week

DXC launches engineering unit to boost AI-led services
Data Analytics

DXC launches engineering unit to boost AI-led services

The move aims to speed up software-defined operations for banks, carmakers and manufacturers as AI takes a bigger role in engineering.

This month

Argon & Co rebrands Bevington in Asia-Pacific push
Digital Transformation

Argon & Co rebrands Bevington in Asia-Pacific push

Clients seeking one adviser from planning to delivery now get Bevington Group folded into Argon & Co's wider Asia-Pacific consulting network.

This month

OutSystems honours AI leaders in 2026 innovation awards
Productivity

OutSystems honours AI leaders in 2026 innovation awards

Customers are already saving time and millions as the awards spotlight AI tools moved into day-to-day operations across logistics, banking and public services.

This month

Amazon Business targets procurement teams with new campaign
Productivity

Amazon Business targets procurement teams with new campaign

The campaign spotlights risk controls and compliance tools as large organisations face tighter scrutiny of procurement spending.

This month

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