Inflation and higher costs are a continuing concern for procurement professionals, but cost-cutting might not always be the best solution.

Watch Agata Evans suggest other strategies that businesses can use to get control of their costs.

You can also download our Indirect Procurement Report 2025 for more insights and expertise:

https://weare.rs/3Y3fQh2
#Inflation #SupplyChain #Procurement

It may feel counter-intuitive, but health and safety management systems actually make your life less complicated as a health and safety manager.

Find out why in the latest Myth of the Month from our VP of Environment, Health and Safety, John Barnacle-Bowd.

#HealthAndSafety #OSH #SafetyCulture

🚨 AI to the Rescue: Combating Waste Fires with Cutting-Edge Technology! 🚨

Did you know that lithium-ion batteries have sparked over 245 fires in 64 waste facilities in the past seven years? The threat is real, and the need for innovative solutions has never been more urgent. At DesignSpark, we're proud to spotlight Lion Vision, a trailblazer in waste management, tackling this critical issue head-on with advanced AI and machine learning.

Lion Vision is a pioneering company dedicated to transforming waste management through innovative technology. They aim to create safer and more efficient waste processing systems by leveraging AI and machine learning to detect, visualise and extract hazardous materials. Richard Hewitson, Chief Executive Officer at Lion Vision, said: "The waste industry is vast, unpredictable, and in urgent need of a technological upgrade. Many plants still rely on manual processes with minimal auditing, but machine learning like Lion Vision’s transforms operations by identifying patterns and streamlining workflows, bringing the industry into the 21st century."

We sent Jude Pullen, a creative technologist, to delve into Lion Vision's groundbreaking technology and share his insights in a compelling 6-part series on DesignSpark.
👉 https://weare.rs/4l63a39 👈

Lion Vision's machine learning vision technology is revolutionising the detection of rogue batteries in e-waste. With a staggering 8.2 million vapes discarded weekly, the risk of explosions and fires is a growing concern. Lion Vision is leading the charge in making these batteries more detectable, significantly reducing fire hazards.

Don't miss our 2-minute video clip showcasing key highlights of Lion Vision's work:
🔴 Machine learning to identify rogue batteries in e-waste.
🔴 The chaos caused by discarded vapes in the e-waste industry.
🔴 Innovative solutions to enhance battery detection and prevent fires.

Watch the full video and dive deeper into Jude Pullen's series on DesignSpark to discover these incredible advancements. Together, we can prevent these fires and protect our planet.

The future of waste management is here, and it's powered by AI!

👉 Watch the video now and join the conversation on how we can create a safer, more sustainable world.
🌍 https://weare.rs/4c6zdvO 🌎

#Innovation #Engineering #Technology #LionVision #FutureOfEngineering #AI #MachineLearning #MissionResponsible #weeerecycling #weeecompliance #recyclinglivesservices #letsrecycle #batteries #lithium #energy #wasteintelligence #artificialintelligence #waste #recycling #wasteprocessing

Like the 4 Horsemen of the Apocalypse, the “4Ds” are a powerful reminder of what plagues humanity: #Dirty, #Dangerous, #Difficult and #Dull work kept average human life expectancy at below 40 years for most of our existence, as shown in Hans Rosling's Gapminder Foundation '1800+' image here...

Industrialisation and Automation has arguably improved our lot, such as sanitation, healthcare, transportation, knowledge, etc. and AI will overall help continue that trend.

This is not to say robots should take *all* jobs, but it’s hard to argue against the 4Ds being exactly the ‘place to start’ that journey.

In the Second Part of this series, I explore the ethics behind what Marty Neumeier dubbed the ‘#RobotRevolution’, and what such a transition might need to consider - in my series on Industrial AI, on RS DesignSpark.

📗 Part 2 of Industrial AI Blog: https://lnkd.in/ems-XZh4
(Also discussing digital sensing, NVidia's ~$200 range of products, dogs vs muffins, and more).

🌟 Gapminder ('1800+' graph): https://lnkd.in/e3txjBeP
(Credits, the late, great Hans Rosling). Warning - very interesting website!

What companies do you think are getting the balance of 'ethics' and 'economics' right at the moment?
(see you in the comments!)

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If you are embarking on AI Roadmaps, ML projects, Industrial 4.0 Pilots, all whilst trying to get the balance right with ethical transformation, do get in touch! DM or https://lnkd.in/e26Rk5Qd

Whether it's inspirational talks (you can book me via Speakers Corner), physical-digital prototyping workshops, exploratory content, or simply getting everyone on the same page - this is an exciting time to begin your next move.
🎥 Example ML project with Lion Vision: https://lnkd.in/eDV-p5-7

⏪ Part 1: (ICYMI): https://lnkd.in/e2bhzD9V

OKdo is becoming RS Design Solutions! 🌟

Change is inevitable, and at OKdo, we’re evolving into a more brilliant and dynamic version of ourselves.
OKdo is becoming RS Design Solutions, unlocking extraordinary possibilities in design, manufacturing support, knowledge, expertise, and supply services.

The OKdo will become RS Design Solutions on 31st March.
Here, you will find even more to keep you inspired including the latest news and innovations in design and technology, expert updates, and insights from leading global players in SBCs, AI, and Mechanical and Electronic automation supporting you from design to implementation.

RS Design Solutions - your partner by design.

#RSDesignSolutions #DesignInnovation #TechTransformation #ManufacturingSupport #AI #Automation #DesignProjects #SBC #Engineering #TechNews