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EDGE HUB INDUSTRY UNIVERSITY CONFERENCE

12/09/2019
The University welcomed business representatives from over 30 different companies and organisations to network, and listen to guest speakers share their insights surrounding the adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies and concepts at the EDGE Hub Industry 4.0 Business Breakfast this morning.

Canterbury Christ Church University Vice-Chancellor and Principal, Professor Rama Thirunamachandran opened the Business Breakfast, welcoming attendees and speaking about the University’s innovative and inspiring plans to drive economic growth in the region.

Guest speakers followed, by sharing their expertise on embedding Industry 4.0 into SMEs while reflecting on government policy and the efficiencies that can be realised through SMART manufacturing and supply chains.

The conference and networking photography was to capture each speaker and the informal networking prior to the event, it was also a chance for Professor Helen James to highlight the Universities aspirations working towards through EDGE Hub and its commitment to working with and for regional employees, providing skills, talent and innovation for business.