by Gavin Halse | Apr 17, 2024 | IT in Manufacturing
The expert will tell you what to do, the philosopher will tell you why to do it and the engineer will do it. As the hype around AI intensifies, the number of “experts” is increasing exponentially. In contrast, the number of philosophers will remain limited, and the...
by Gavin Halse | Mar 23, 2024 | IT in Manufacturing
Over the years, I’ve written several articles on IT in manufacturing. Reflecting on these as we start 2024, I realise that most revolve around applying technology to real-world challenges in plants and mines. Many of the disruptive forces have affected all countries,...
by Gavin Halse | Nov 1, 2023 | IT in Manufacturing
Introduction Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not just a buzzword; it’s a dynamic field with tangible industrial applications that are already starting to reshape certain industries. In this article, we explore the real-world impact of industrial AI, moving...
by Gavin Halse | May 22, 2023 | IT in Manufacturing
Introduction It was quite a defining moment in my early days as an IT manager when a seasoned and outspoken business leader challenged me on both the high IT costs and underperformance of our plant. This encounter left me pondering the true value of IT in...
by Gavin Halse | Apr 29, 2023 | IT in Manufacturing
What is sustainability? Is it environmental impact? Triple bottom line? Making a profit? There are several answers to this question, but it can probably be summarised as “Will your business/company/operation still be around in ten years?” Sustainability in...
by Gavin Halse | Mar 25, 2023 | IT in Manufacturing
You have probably heard your colleagues mention ChatGPT. Every indicator suggests that ChatGPT is a major technological milestone and the beginning of something significant in artificial intelligence. But as a control and automation engineer, you might also wonder...
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