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Looking for expert guidance? Connect with a Certified FactoryXChange Digital Strategist for a 30-minute consultation. Our diverse team of specialists can help you: · Identify your digital challenges and goals across any industry or business size. · Explore relevant technologies and resources tailored to your unique needs. · Gain valuable insights and recommendations to move forward. Schedule your 100% discounted consultation now, and don't hesitate to secure further consultations when required! About Mallika Singh: Mallika Singh (B.A. (Hons); MSc.) is a EU Research and Strategy Manager at KPMG Future Analytics, Mallika has been extensively involved in strategic applied research and project management of several European Commission (EC) Horizon 2020 (H2020) and Horizon Europe Applied Research and Technological Development (RTD) Programme Projects. She is working on project management, coordination, qualitative research, stakeholder engagement, trials and testing, impact generation and maximisation; market validation, exploitation, commercialisation; and stakeholder and community engagement for European Commission funded projects - specifically in the domain of resource efficiency; smart cities (incorporating transportation, infrastructure, energy planning and monitoring and evaluation); security and standardisation; cybersecurity and business continuity; European digital innovation; transport and critical infrastructure resilience. She has also been successful in tendering and securing direct consultancy framework contracts for the European Commission in the field of energy, mobility and transport, also successfully delivered stakeholder consultation and networking, social impact assessment and qualitative research for national and private sector clients in Ireland. Before joining KPMG FA, Mallika worked in the research field on projects based on implementation of resource efficiency in SMEs in New Delhi, India; in business development for a large scale renewable power organisation, Suzlon Energy (specifically for Solar-Wind Hybrid Power plants); and gained professional exposure in other functions of operations and business management. Her collective experience in securing funding for Research and Innovation projects and working with various public and private clients, across Ireland, Europe and globally, allows her to understand the specific needs and challenges faced by businesses seeking to implement transformational solutions.

Looking for expert guidance? Connect with a Certified FactoryXChange Digital Strategist for a 30-minute consultation. Our diverse team of specialists can help you: · Identify your digital challenges and goals across any industry or business size. · Explore relevant technologies and resources tailored to your unique needs. · Gain valuable insights and recommendations to move forward. Schedule your 100% discounted consultation now, and don't hesitate to secure further consultations when required! About Jim O'Hagan: Jim is the Smarter Factory Technology Gateway (SFT Gateway) lead, supporting the digital transformation with innovative research projects for Irish industry (both SME and large MNC's). As SFT Gateway Manager, work with Irish SME’s to conduct innovative research projects that alleviates their operational challenges. The Gateway researchers identify and address the business challenges in manufacturing, engineering and technology processes, utilising Enterprise Ireland and EU funding. The SFT Gateway facilitates the collaborative research projects that deliver value, impact, and growth for Irish industry partners. Previous experience includes 20+ years’ experience in renewable energy, industrial automation, cloud, IoT, geospatial and data analytics as both Sales Lead for EMEA at Cyient, a global provider of software and engineering solutions for large utilities and enterprises, and also as Global Strategic Account Manager for Europe at Schneider Electric, (a leading supplier of automation, electrical, renewable energy management and engineering solutions).

Looking for expert guidance? Connect with a Certified FactoryXChange Digital Strategist for a 30-minute consultation. Our diverse team of specialists can help you: · Identify your digital challenges and goals across any industry or business size. · Explore relevant technologies and resources tailored to your unique needs. · Gain valuable insights and recommendations to move forward. Schedule your 100% discounted consultation now, and don't hesitate to secure further consultations when required! About Thom Conaty: Thom is the Growth Manager at Creative Spark, bringing over a decade of international experience in business development, learning design, and future-of-work skills consulting. Formerly Innovation Partner with Digital Catapult (2022–2024), he led national innovation and deep-tech adoption programmes, including the UKRI-funded Smart Nano NI.

Looking for expert guidance? Connect with a Certified FactoryXChange Digital Strategist for a 30-minute consultation. Our diverse team of specialists can help you: · Identify your digital challenges and goals across any industry or business size. · Explore relevant technologies and resources tailored to your unique needs. · Gain valuable insights and recommendations to move forward. Schedule your 100% discounted consultation now, and don't hesitate to secure further consultations when required! About Sujit Upadhyay: Sujit is a results-oriented Digital Business Analyst at Irish Centre for High-End Computing (ICHEC) in Galway, with over seven years of extensive IT experience. He is proficient in utilising advanced technology to enhance business efficiency and profitability. Sujit has held pivotal roles at leading organizations like eBay, Accenture, and SAP Labs, where he has contributed significantly to various IT and digital transformation, development and QA Testing projects. His expertise includes a broad range of technical skills and methodologies, such as Agile and Waterfall, which facilitate effective project execution from start to finish. Sujit has played a key role in driving business innovation and performance, taking part in major global initiatives and supporting international expansion efforts.

Looking for expert guidance? Connect with a Certified FactoryXChange Digital Strategist for a 30-minute consultation. Our diverse team of specialists can help you: · Identify your digital challenges and goals across any industry or business size. · Explore relevant technologies and resources tailored to your unique needs. · Gain valuable insights and recommendations to move forward. Schedule your 100% discounted consultation now, and don't hesitate to secure further consultations when required! About Niall Conway: Niall Conway is an urban planning, sustainability, and GIS professional who has a wide domain knowledge and experience in the energy, climate action and community development fields. Niall specialises in using geospatial systems and data to generate actionable insights for clients and has the ability to translate client requirements into structured systems and workflows. In leading the ESG Service, Niall’s role is to help client companies identify opportunities for sustainability-focussed synergies and efficiencies as well as to identify potential overlaps with the Data Analytics, Data Visualisation, and Digital Transformation Services.

Looking for expert guidance? Connect with a Certified FactoryXChange Digital Strategist for a 30-minute consultation. Our diverse team of specialists can help you: · Identify your digital challenges and goals across any industry or business size. · Explore relevant technologies and resources tailored to your unique needs. · Gain valuable insights and recommendations to move forward. Schedule your 100% discounted consultation now, and don't hesitate to secure further consultations when required! About Frank Doyle: Frank is a Lecturer in the Electrical Department at the Technical University of the Shannon (TUS) and a Senior Researcher at the IDEAM Research Centre. He holds a Master’s in Engineering and worked as an Electronic Engineer for 18 years in the electronics industry. As a researcher, he contributes to the development of sustainable energy solutions for manufacturing collaborating with Industry sectors in the Plastics, Medical Device, and Precision Engineering. His research work has focused on the digitisation of manufacturing production information to effect behavioural change for production optimisation and carbon reduction.

Looking for expert guidance? Connect with a Certified FactoryXChange Digital Strategist for a 30-minute consultation. Our diverse team of specialists can help you: · Identify your digital challenges and goals across any industry or business size. · Explore relevant technologies and resources tailored to your unique needs. · Gain valuable insights and recommendations to move forward. Schedule your 100% discounted consultation now, and don't hesitate to secure further consultations when required! About Katrin Weittenhiller: Katrin is a Researcher in Enterprise and Innovation with a particular interest in European and national cluster policy and its impact on the development of SMEs. She supports the operations of the IDEAM Research Institute in TUS and contributes to the successful delivery of national and European projects, focusing on SME innovation and development. Katrin has expertise in assisting companies with crafting competitive proposals to secure national and European grant funding.

Looking for expert guidance? Connect with a Certified FactoryXChange Digital Strategist for a 30-minute consultation. Our diverse team of specialists can help you: · Identify your digital challenges and goals across any industry or business size. · Explore relevant technologies and resources tailored to your unique needs. · Gain valuable insights and recommendations to move forward. Schedule your 100% discounted consultation now, and don't hesitate to secure further consultations when required! About Dr. Becky Garrard: Dr. Becky Garrard holds a PhD in Metallic Additive Manufacturing from the University of Liverpool. Her post-doctoral research focused on applications for metallic 3D printing, including leveraging artificial intelligence for defect detection in process monitoring, alloy development, and the production of bio-compatible materials for cardiac applications. Currently, she serves as a Project Manager at the Irish Manufacturing Research (IMR), where she operationalises the FactoryXChange European Digital Innovation Hub (EDIH) project, supporting Irish manufacturers in their digital journeys.

Looking for expert guidance? Connect with a Certified FactoryXChange Digital Strategist for a 30-minute consultation. Our diverse team of specialists can help you: · Identify your digital challenges and goals across any industry or business size. · Explore relevant technologies and resources tailored to your unique needs. · Gain valuable insights and recommendations to move forward. Schedule your 100% discounted consultation now, and don't hesitate to secure further consultations when required! About Karin Jancykova: Karin brings extensive experience in program management, digital transformation, and innovation ecosystems across Europe. With a background that spans her role at the FXC European Digital Innovation Hub, and leadership positions in sustainability and climate policy initiatives, Karin is known for her expertise in driving digital adoption and fostering cross-sector collaboration. Fluent in English, German, Czech, and Slovak, she has worked with leading organisations such as Climate-KIC, the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung, and the COST Association. Karin is committed to sustainable, data-driven innovation.

Looking for expert guidance? Connect with a Certified FactoryXChange Digital Strategist for a 30-minute consultation. Our diverse team of specialists can help you: · Identify your digital challenges and goals across any industry or business size. · Explore relevant technologies and resources tailored to your unique needs. · Gain valuable insights and recommendations to move forward. Schedule your 100% discounted consultation now, and don't hesitate to secure further consultations when required! About Prahlad Kakkattu: Prahlad is a Digital Business Analyst at Irish Centre for High-End Computing (ICHEC) based in Galway. He has a diverse background in serving multiple roles with different organisations. Prior to joining ICHEC, he worked in an Ireland based IT start-up company and was part of the complete product journey from ideation, through development to market launch covering multiple aspects of business, product, technology, and management. He represented the company in multiple countries as a part of global expansion. He also has experience in working as a Programmer Analyst (QA) at Cognizant Technology Solutions for 4 years.

Looking for expert guidance? Connect with a Certified FactoryXChange Digital Strategist for a 30-minute consultation. Our diverse team of specialists can help you: · Identify your digital challenges and goals across any industry or business size. · Explore relevant technologies and resources tailored to your unique needs. · Gain valuable insights and recommendations to move forward. Schedule your 100% discounted consultation now, and don't hesitate to secure further consultations when required! About William Hynes: Dr. William Hynes (BSc, MRUP, MSc, MSc (Econ), PhD, MRICS, MSCSI, MRTPI, MIPI, MCILT) is a Chartered Urban Planner, a Chartered Surveyor and Construction Economist who has extensive experience leading significant critical infrastructure planning and development projects and providing expert advice to public (including the European Commission) and private sector clients in strategic spatial planning, economic and business case analysis, housing analysis and strategies, socio-economic, demography analysis and population projection, healthcare analysis and requirements, and smart cities incorporating urban, transportation, infrastructure and energy planning, citizen engagement, and monitoring and evaluation. Since 2011, William has been successful in winning and coordinating 20 European Commission (EC) Seventh Framework Programme (FP7), Horizon 2020 (H2020) and Horizon Europe Applied Research and Technological Development (RTD) Programme Projects. These awarded projects have secured over €90m EC funding, and this has resulted in William being twice awarded as ‘Irish Champion of EU Research and Development’ by the Irish President and Enterprise Ireland. William has undertaken numerous Housing Strategies and Housing Needs Demand Assessments for many Irish Local Authorities and within KPMG FA, has developed an evidence-based approach to housing assessment and analysis. In addition, William has prepared and delivered many Business Case Reports in the sectors of housing, education, urban regeneration and enterprise. In addition, William is a visiting Professor in the College of Business and Law at UCC, and a visiting lecturer at UCD and TUD, also in the School of Geography, Planning and Environmental Policy, UCD.

Looking for expert guidance? Connect with a Certified FactoryXChange Digital Strategist for a 30-minute consultation. Our diverse team of specialists can help you: · Identify your digital challenges and goals across any industry or business size. · Explore relevant technologies and resources tailored to your unique needs. · Gain valuable insights and recommendations to move forward. Schedule your 100% discounted consultation now, and don't hesitate to secure further consultations when required! About Aoife Doyle: Aoife Doyle (BSc (Hons); MA; PhD) is an experienced researcher, qualified spatial planner, and a PRINCE II certified project manager. She is currently an Associate Director (Planning & Research) with KPMG Future Analytics in Dublin, Ireland. Aoife has 10 years’ experience working across strategic planning and applied research projects for both public and private sector clients. This includes spatial and economic development plans for cities; town centre revitalisation strategies; and a range of Development Plan inputs (inclusive of core strategies; housing strategies; green infrastructure strategies etc). As part of this, she has led and contributed to a diverse range of stakeholder and public engagement exercises at national, regional and local scales - on behalf of Government Departments, State Agencies and Local Authorities. Aoife also has significant experience working within several large-scale EU funded research projects (under the EU FP7, Horizon 2020, and Horizon Europe programmes, respectively) – in thematic areas such as Urban Resilience; Urban Security; and Smart Cities.