CECIMO BRUSSELS FORUM 2024
2 December, Sofitel Hotel
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Panel discussions
Panel 1: How do we keep the EU Manufacturing sector competitive?
The panel debate on “How do we keep the EU Manufacturing sector competitive?” will focus on crucial steps for sustaining competitiveness amidst the green and digital transition while facing global competition. Central topics will include challenges such as rising global competition and sustainability demands, the role of industrial policy in supporting the sector, the need for public and private investments in R&D and deployment of technologies, and the importance of attracting skilled workforce. . The panel aims to provide actionable insights to ensure the EU Manufacturing sector remains a global leader in the evolving industrial landscape.
Panel 2: What will a factory look like in the future?
The panel discussion, “What will a factory look like in the future?”, will explore the transformative impact of new manufacturing technologies and processes on factory operations. This evolution is poised to redefine workforce dynamics, supply chain management, and environmental sustainability, thereby shaping the blueprint for future factories. Key topics will include the integration of advanced technologies like AI, robotics, and IoT, their effects on workforce roles and skills, the optimisation of supply chains through data analytics, and the prioritisation of sustainable practices. The panel aims to forecast the landscape of factories in the next decade, emphasising the need for adaptable strategies to embrace technological advancements while ensuring efficient, sustainable, and agile manufacturing processes.
