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The right platform will be easy to deploy . And like the products it will help to build , the right platform will be easy to use and to maintain . It will be tailored to your industry and further customisable to your enterprise ’ s specific needs .

The right platform will be able to serve as a partner in the MTO venture , allowing the manufacturer to enhance quality and streamline other functions of the business beyond just production operations . Enterprise resource planning , ERP solutions offer all this and more . They can manage every aspect of the business , bringing together strategy , planning , warehousing , sales , marketing , finance , and human resources .

But the greatest benefit of MTO is its ability to give customers what they want , almost when they want it while still being able to stand on a record of minimal waste and maximum sustainability . Modern customers , consumer and business , increasingly look at such a record before making purchasing decisions . When reduced waste , better products , happy customers , and enhanced production flexibility are the benefits , it becomes clear that MTO is the future . p

How technology can transform regional and global manufacturing

Ahmad Saad , Regional Sales Manager , Liferay

Middle East

In the UAE , the manufacturing sector ’ s contribution to the GDP soared to AED 197 billion , USD 53.64 billion in 2023 , achieving 30 % of the goals set by Operation 300bn , the UAE ’ s industrial strategy , since its launch in 2021 . The National In-Country Value , ICV scheme and the Make it the Emirates campaign have both spurred growth by fostering an environment conducive to both local and international investments .

The focus on expanding the industrial base is coupled with significant investments in aerospace , defence , and technology , aligning with broader economic visions .

Saudi Arabia has also experienced remarkable growth in its industrial capabilities . The number of factories in the country increased by 10 % in 2023 operating 11,549 factories by the end of the year , according to the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources .

Such ambitious targets of nations in the region underscore the critical role of advanced manufacturing technologies in realising these goals . A prime example is Airbus . Confronted with the fast-paced challenges of the aerospace industry and intensifying competition , Airbus overhauled its IT infrastructure by consolidating 15 different IT Service Management , ITSM tools into a single , user-friendly platform , using open-source technology .

This strategic move not only enhanced operational efficiency but also significantly improved digital experience for users , leading to a significant reduction incidents and support costs .

Additionally , Airbus implemented a robust knowledge base which allows users to perform keyword searches across a vast library of Airbus content . This feature has streamlined their digital experience , illustrating the power of user-focused digital solutions .

In just ten months , the new platform attracted 290,000 visits and 2,200,000 page views , with daily peaks reaching up to 18,000 views . The Service Desk now manages 30 % fewer incidents , and issues are resolved more quickly . This efficiency has helped control costs more effectively .

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