The benefits of manufacturing innovation

In the manufacturing sector, innovation usually refers to:product innovation ,the introduction of innovative processes and equipment, often IT driven ,green technologies which reduce waste and use consumables more efficiently

The benefits of innovation can include:,greater responsiveness to customer demands ,faster turnaround times ,reduced waste levels and downtime ,improved product design and quality ,greater potential for a wider product range ,streamlined relationships with suppliers and customers

Introducing innovation to your business requires time and money. You can introduce innovation either gradually or in one go - the timeframe will depend upon a range of factors including:the specific changes you want to introduce,the availability of resources to complete them speedily ,whether you might need to stagger disruptions to your production capacity while the transition is being made

Designing Demand is a practical mentoring programme developed to help small to medium-sized businesses and technology start-ups use design to improve performance.It helps businesses embed effective processes for the management of design and innovation and gives managers the skills to exploit design by spotting opportunities, briefing designers and running projects that deliver.Designing Demand is part of a range of support offered to businesses in England through the government's new Solutions for Business portfolio.