Recognising Excellence: The Manufacturing Supplier Awards
The Manufacturing Supplier Innovation Awards, presented by Finelight Media and A-team Group, are now accepting nominations https://manufacturing-today.com/awards/ . These awards honour suppliers and innovators leading advancements in manufacturing technology. Suppliers are invited to submit their most innovative solutions, while manufacturers can nominate exceptional suppliers who have significantly improved their operations. The awards recognise contributions ranging from Industry 4.0 applications to sustainable manufacturing practices, celebrating those who are redefining the manufacturing landscape.
Nomination Process: How to Participate
Participating in the Manufacturing Supplier Innovation Awards is straightforward and open to all eligible suppliers and manufacturers:
- Self-Nomination: Suppliers can nominate their own innovative solutions in relevant categories, highlighting unique technologies, processes, or practices.
- Manufacturer Nominations: Manufacturers are encouraged to nominate suppliers whose cutting-edge technologies have positively impacted their operations.
- No Entry Fees: There are no fees to enter, providing an accessible opportunity for suppliers of all sizes to gain recognition.
All nominations undergo a thorough review by an advisory board composed of senior executives from leading manufacturing firms. Shortlisted candidates are then presented to the readers of Manufacturing Today, who vote to determine the winners. This peer-driven process makes sure that each award reflects industry-wide acknowledgment and merit.
Award Categories
The Manufacturing Supplier Innovation Awards encompass multiple categories, allowing companies to showcase innovations across various specialisations. Key categories include:
- Industry 4.0 and Digital Transformation:
- Most Innovative IoT Solution
- Most Innovative Big Data and Analytics Solution
- Most Innovative AI Solution for Manufacturing
- Most Innovative Robotics Solution
- Most Innovative Automation Solution
- Most Innovative Augmented Reality Solution
- Most Innovative Additive Manufacturing Solution
- Most Innovative Cloud Computing Solution
- Most Innovative Digital Twin Solution
- Most Innovative Digital Transformation Solution
- Most Innovative Cybersecurity Solution
- Most Innovative Customisation Solution
- Most Innovative SCADA Solution
- Manufacturing Operations:
- Most Innovative Factory Value Stream Mapping Solution
- Most Innovative Production Planning Solution
- Most Innovative Inventory Management Solution
- Most Innovative Materials Handling Solution
- Most Innovative Quality Control Solution
- Most Innovative Predictive Maintenance Solution
- Most Innovative Connectivity Solution
- Most Innovative Machine Tool Solution
- Most Innovative ERP Solution
- Most Innovative Manufacturing Execution System
- Most Innovative Master Data Management Platform
- Most Innovative Project Information Management Solution
- Most Innovative Document Management Solution
- Most Innovative Solution for Process Automation
- Most Innovative Solution for Just-in-Time Manufacturing
- Sustainable Manufacturing:
- Most Innovative Energy Management Solution
- Most Innovative Renewables Solution
- Most Innovative Plant Recycling Solution
- Most Innovative Solution for Waste Reduction
- Most Innovative Circular Economy Solution
- Most Innovative Provider of Sustainable Materials
- Most Innovative Sustainable Packaging Solution
- Most Innovative Water Management Solution
- Most Innovative Carbon Capture Solution
- Most Innovative Supply Chain Sustainability Solution
- Supply Chain Management:
- Most Innovative Supply Chain Workflow Simulation Solution
- Most Innovative Procurement Management Solution
- Most Innovative Demand Forecasting Solution
- Most Innovative Solution for Managing Supplier Relations
- Most Innovative Supply Chain Optimisation Solution
- Editor’s Special Awards:
- Factory of the Future
- Most Innovative Executive in Manufacturing
The award categories are crafted to honour leading achievements across various manufacturing domains, including advancements in automation, the promotion of sustainable practices, and the enhancement of supply chain management. This acknowledgment allows participants to showcase their influence within their areas of expertise and provides manufacturers with the opportunity to spotlight their suppliers’ contributions across diverse sectors.
Advisory Board
The advisory board comprises industry leaders who bring a wealth of experience and insight to the evaluation process:
- Adrian Pinder, Head of Digital and Data, DS Smith UK
- Nikolay Burlutskiy, Director of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, AstraZeneca
- Phill Elston, Operations Director, Brompton Bicycle
- Ioana Hera, Head of Improvement, Rolls-Royce
- Sudesh Jog, Vice President of Data & Analytics, UK & North America, Apetito UK
- Paul Knight, VP of IT & CISO, Turntide Technologies
- Filip Nowak, Global Head of Cyber Defense, Ferrero
- Malgorzata Samuel, Global Data Lead, McCormick & Company
- Mike Wilson, Chief Automation Officer, MTC – Manufacturing Technology Centre
Recognising Excellence and Promoting Growth
The Manufacturing Supplier Innovation Awards are more than just accolades; they celebrate the ingenuity, dedication, and progressive strategies that propel the manufacturing sector forward. Recipients receive validation from leading industry figures and the readership of Manufacturing Today, which can lead to new business opportunities, increased customer trust, and a distinguished reputation for excellence.
Beyond formal recognition, awardees are featured in a comprehensive winners’ report distributed through Manufacturing Today’s channels, reaching a wide audience of manufacturing professionals and decision-makers. This exposure is complemented by marketing support, including targeted social media promotion, amplifying their visibility across the industry.
A Call to Innovators and Leaders
If you’re a supplier with groundbreaking solutions or a manufacturer with innovative partnerships, please nominate today.
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