Taking a train ride to the future
In an industry with such a history as railway, finding ways to modernise Britain’s rail network has been a challenge. However, new-look open access rail services, run by licensed operators such as Lumo, are beginning to break the mould.
Johnson Matthey Case Study
Supporting the client to achieve operational readiness for their new production facility, focused on manufacturing cathode active products for the EV sector.
Rightshoring – not onshoring – is key to supply chain resilience
Soaring transportation costs and an increased risk of disruption are forcing some UK manufacturers to adopt a more localised supply model, but such strategies aren’t necessarily right for all.
How digital twin tech can improve cost predictability
The effective use of digital twin technology can help UK manufacturers take back control of costs through faster, more agile decision making.
In great demand
Demand uncertainty isn’t something that aircraft makers and the OEMs in their supply chains have been used to in the past. Now, the unpredictable nature of demand for wide-body aircraft in particular, is posing challenges for all concerned.
Staffing strategies must be ‘fixed’ to secure future for UK rail
Analysis of ORR figures show staff represent 35% of the costs of running the UK’s railways. Implementing efficient staffing strategies is key to unlocking cost savings and securing a sustainable future for the industry.
What can rail learn from aviation in terms of building a financially sustainable business model
Jeff Kennelly and aviation industry expert Jason Holt discuss what the rail industry can learn from the aviation sector.
4 quick wins you can find in your spend analysis reports
When it comes to business analysis, detailed reporting is invaluable. In this article, we look at 4 areas of a spend analysis reports that can highlight some potential quick wins, and how best to action them.
Five ingredients for delivering a tangible step change in rail performance
Following his recent video on creating the burning platform for change, Phil Bulman examines the five ingredients needed to deliver a step change in rail performance.