There’s no denying that the manufacturing industry plays a crucial role in the UK’s economy. It provides employment for around 2.6 million people, makes up 44% of total UK exports, and contributes 11% towards Gross Value Added (GVA). Yet, as a sector it’s had to overcome a multitude of challenges presented by socioeconomic turbulence, lockdowns, and the fallout from the global pandemic.
Manufacturers are facing inevitable change at every level of operations. But there is hope. Despite the current uncertainty, 94% of manufacturers are adjusting their businesses in new ways to achieve growth.
