In this interactive half-day session you’ll hear about workplace innovation, essential skills and emerging technologies that can propel Scotland’s manufacturing sector forward.

We will be joined by expert panels and case study speakers who will share their insights, research and experience.

Speakers 

• Ian Towns, Manufacturing Engineer at Balmoral Comtec Limited
• Barbara Russell-Scott, Director of Operations, Young Spirits
• Michael Cusack, Chief Sustainability Officer, ACS Clothing
• Prof Colin Lindsay, Work, Employment and Organisation, University of Strathclyde
• Stewart McKinlay, Skills Director, Manufacturing Skills Academy
• Nick Shields, Head of SMAS and Sustainability, Scottish Enterprise

Agenda

12.30 – 13.00 Registrations, networking lunch 

13.00 – 14.00 Panel discussion  – What do manufacturing leaders say about workplace innovation? 

14.00 – 14.10 Break 

14.10 – 14.30 Case study: Balmoral Comtec

14.30 – 14.50 Case study2: Young Spirits

14.50 – 15.30 Q&A & Group discussion 

15.30 – 16.00 NMIS factory tour (upon registration)

16.00 – Close 

This event is delivered by Peer Works and Prosper in partnership with the National Manufacturing Institute Scotland (NMIS) and is aimed at businesses and organisations operating in the manufacturing sector.

The National Manufacturing Institute Scotland (NMIS) is driving the future of manufacturing through innovation. They are accelerating productivity to grow our economy, develop a vibrant workforce, and create happier, healthier, greener communities.

From growing network of world-class manufacturing R&D facilities, they work with businesses of all sizes and sectors across Scotland, the UK, and beyond to find technology solutions to help them succeed.