Green technology Being motivated by the commercial value of sustainable manufacturing
Automation Improving efficiency and increasing investment in humans and innovation
Digital transformation More than an IT challenge , digitalization includes multiple perspectives
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Hello and welcome to the February issue of Manufacturing Today . In this month ’ s magazine we ’ ve asked some important questions , such as - why do you need to
invest in automation and , why is sustainability key to manufacturing ’ s future ? Our expert authors make their cases on pages 18 and 30 – have a read and let me know if you agree with their arguments !
We also discuss production efficiency , digital transformation and carbon net zero – these topics are frequent flyers in MT ’ s pages , because we know our readers are keen to learn more about streamlining , digitizing and increasing their green credentials . But if there is a new subject you would like to see in the mag , don ’ t hesitate to let me know .
Electrifying the future
Morten Wierod from ABB explains why electrification is leading the way on the path to sustainability
Libbie Hammond , Editor LH @ finelightmediagroup . com
Our cover story shares the insights of Morten Wierod , President of ABB ’ s Electrification Business Area , and he explains why electrification is an unsung hero . Turn to page 8 to learn more .
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