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.
Irish Manufacturing News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Logicalis launches enterprise private 5G service in Ireland
Enterprises in Ireland can now buy dedicated 5G networks directly from Logicalis after a regulatory change opened spectrum to non-telecoms firms.
Ireland holds steady as Europe's FDI projects fall
Ireland's investor appeal held up even as European foreign direct investment fell 7% to a decade low, EY found.
EY names 24 finalists for Ireland entrepreneur award
The shortlist spans the island and includes firms employing more than 3,000 people, as EY marks the 29th year of its award programme.
Expleo names Alan Gallagher to lead life sciences push
Expleo appoints Alan Gallagher to spearhead its life sciences expansion in Ireland, targeting pharma growth and digital modernisation.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Manufacturing
NTT DATA named market shaper in Gartner physical AI
Ondaro launches Lighthouse for ServiceNow AI Control Tower
Codenotary flags 210,000 risky AI agent actions daily
Manufacturers turn to AI as maintenance know-how fades
CFOs can win by deploying AI strategically, Gartner says
Expert Columns
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the network
Recent Manufacturing News
Radix launches RUSH EMEA 2026 for industrial AI leaders
Industrial groups under pressure to prove returns from digital spending will gather in Amsterdam for a closed-door AI forum.
Version 1 joins Anthropic's Claude partner network
The move gives regulated-sector customers in the UK and Ireland a new route to deploy Claude models with implementation and compliance support.
Ducati links AI configurator to Multistrada V4 output
Customers can now push customised Multistrada V4 choices straight to Ducati's Borgo Panigale line, tightening the link between sales and assembly.
Novo Nordisk eyes faster drug approvals with Celonis
Better process visibility could help the Danish drugmaker shave 12 months or more off development, bringing medicines to patients sooner.
Portwest cuts catalogue production time by five months
Better product data control has cut catalogue production from 11 months to six, helping Portwest localise safety materials in 28 languages.
Entrovy launches kinetic8 for enterprise cyber visibility
Enterprise security teams can now move from fragmented asset views to explainable risk scoring, as the platform reaches general availability.
Vicarius finds 79% hit by known vulnerability incidents
Security teams are leaving known flaws exposed, with most responses still ending in tickets or handoffs rather than confirmed fixes.
Airbus picks Scaleway for sovereign cloud services
The tie-up gives Airbus an extra layer of protection for sensitive industrial data as Europe's sovereignty push reshapes cloud buying decisions.
ARM Hub maps practical AI path for Australian factories
Australian manufacturers could slash rework and compliance time if they embed AI in daily workflows, UTS-led research says.
Scaleway buys Qarnot to boost European HPC platform
European firms needing secure, low-carbon compute gain a bigger home as the deal expands cloud, AI and dedicated HPC services under one roof.
FPT study finds firms struggle to scale AI beyond pilots
Only 26% of organisations call their AI operations advanced, as integration headaches and data silos keep many projects stuck in pilots.
Robbyant open-sources robot model for multiple types
The model could cut retraining costs for factories and warehouses by controlling different robot types with one system, Robbyant said.
Google Cloud says firms need AI infrastructure upgrades
Most organisations must upgrade their systems to run agentic AI in production, as cloud costs, governance and energy use climb.
Incorta launches Intelligence platform for business users
Business teams can now act on live enterprise data without spreadsheets, as the platform ties AI analysis, applications and workflows together.
FlowForma launches FlowAssure for vendor risk checks
Vendor reviews could be cut from days to minutes as the new AI tool centralises evidence and automates lower-risk approvals.
LG sets up robotics centre under CEO Lyu Jae-cheol
The new unit gives robotics a direct line to Chief Executive Officer Lyu Jae-cheol as LG tries to speed up product development.
OVHcloud & LTM team up on sovereign AI cloud in Europe
Regulated European firms could gain tighter data control as the pair target banking, healthcare and public sector AI deployments.
Oracle adds AI tools to Fusion supply chain software
The new functions could help supply chain teams cut stockouts, reduce supplier risk and speed factory decisions amid ongoing disruption.
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.