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FXC Reference Number: DKPM95274 In today's advanced-manufacturing industry, efficient workflows and processes depend on accurate, timely and relevant information. In line with the principles of the 'Green Digital' transition, KPMG FA will help your organisation to structure and make sense of large amounts of complex quantitative and qualitative data. What to expect: This data analytics-focused service will enable participants to generate data insights to better understand patterns and trends across markets and regions, to overcome challenges and to realise opportunities. As part of this service, KPMG FA will help your organisation acquire data from various sources, process and analyse it using the right systems and techniques and integrate it into your decision-making functions using metrics and KPIs. The service will also show you how share and report these insights in a clear, concise, and effective manner. Key interrelated services will include the following: • Data Collection and Management • Data Analytics: • Predictive Analytics • Spatial Analytics • Text Analytics • Data Aggregation • Business intelligence • Data Modelling What you takeaway: • Understanding of how data analytics, business intelligence and visualisation works in practice. • Understanding the benefits of integration of data analytics for your organisation. This service is designed for: • Micro-industry; • SMEs.

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 Long @Frontend Usability Engineering Limited (T/A Frontend): Frank is a senior design leader and innovation strategist, and Director at Frontend.com, a Dublin-based consultancy specialising in human-centred design, digital transformation, and product innovation. He works at the intersection of strategy, design, and real-world implementation — helping organisations turn complex challenges into practical, measurable solutions. His work focuses on understanding people first — their needs, behaviours, and working environments — and using that insight to shape effective products, services, and systems. Frank has extensive experience across healthcare, MedTech, manufacturing, and enterprise technology, where he leads multidisciplinary teams delivering research-led design and innovation programmes for global clients. Much of his work involves helping organisations identify the right problems to solve, define opportunity areas, and develop clear product or service roadmaps. He regularly leads innovation workshops, problem-definition sprints, and user research programmes that inform strategic decision-making and guide product development from concept through implementation. Supporting: · Manufacturing SMEs · SMEs · Public sector organisations · 2nd sector organisations – European based organisations and enterprises (non-state funded) · 2nd sector organisations – Large industries Expert in: · Public Sector Digitalisation · Sustainable Manufacturing · Business Model Innovation · Test Before Invest Connect with Frank on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/franklongfrontend/

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 Ainara Grajales @ TisaLabs: Ainara is an IoT Manager at TisaLabs, specialising in secure IoT systems, data pipelines, digital maturity assessments, and cybersecurity for manufacturing and connected environments. With experience across edge-to-cloud architectures, operational data flows, and IT/OT security, Ainara helps organisations turn technical complexity into practical, reliable solutions that support smarter decisions, stronger security, and measurable digital progress. Supporting: · Manufacturing SMEs · SMEs · Public sector organisations · 2nd sector organisations – European based organisations and enterprises (non-state funded) · 2nd sector organisations – Large industries Expert in: · AI & Data · Cybersecurity · Test Before Invest Connect with Ainara on LinkedIn: https://ie.linkedin.com/in/ainara-grajales

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 J.J. O’Hara @Future Cast: J.J. O’Hara Future Cast CEO is a business consultant and company management professional with over 25 years of experience across construction, manufacturing, tourism, and technical project development. Based in Ireland’s Northwest, he has built a strong reputation for supporting innovation, strategic growth, and the adoption of advanced technologies within traditional industries. J.J. specialises in building contracts, commercial development, and cross-sector innovation initiatives, helping organisations integrate practical engineering and digital solutions into real-world operations. Through his leadership at Future Cast, he has worked extensively across construction, quarrying, manufacturing, and engineering supply chains, supporting businesses to improve competitiveness, productivity, and sustainability. He is also a founding and board member of the Western Development Commission (WDC) for Youth, established more than 26 years ago, reflecting his long-standing commitment to regional development and enterprise growth. Under his leadership, Future Cast has become recognised for innovation in AI-enabled quarry intelligence, 3D scanning and modelling, CAD and digital twin technologies, rapid prototyping, and large-scale concrete 3D printing. Supporting: · Manufacturing SMEs · SMEs · Public sector organisations Expert in: · Funding Advise for Digital Adoption · Test Before Invest · Skills and Workforce Development · Business Model Innovation · Sustainable Manufacturing · Partnerships and Networking for Collaboration Connect with J.J. on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jj-ohara/

Unlock the next level of your digital transformation with the FactoryXChange Digital Maturity Assessment Plus (DMA +). Designed for enterprises and public organisations, this comprehensive assessment is available 12 months after your initial DMA. Our expert team will evaluate your progress, identify new opportunities, and provide tailored recommendations to ensure you stay ahead in the digital landscape. Book your DMA+ today and continue your journey towards digital excellence. What to Expect from DMA +: The DMA + builds on insights from your initial DMA, providing a structured follow-up assessment. Our team will revisit the same set of questions to evaluate the impact of your digital transformation efforts over the past 12 months. This structured approach allows us to: • Measure progress based on implemented changes. • Identify new areas for enhancement. • Provide updated recommendations to keep your digital transformation on track. Evaluation Process: • Structured Evaluation: The DMA + is a structured evaluation (up to 1 hour) conducted with your preferred Digital Strategist. • Progress Measurement: By comparing your new Digital Maturity Score with your previous one, you’ll gain a clear understanding of your progress and the next steps needed to advance your digital capabilities. • Updated Recommendations: Our expert team will provide tailored guidance based on your progress, ensuring you stay ahead in the digital landscape. Outcome: • Digital Maturity Scorecard: Receive an updated Digital Maturity Scorecard from your Digital Strategist, helping inform your Digital Roadmap and benchmark your organisation against European industry standards. • Insights and Explanations: Gain insights into how to interpret your score, evaluate your digital maturity, and compare your standing among peers in Ireland and abroad. By participating in DMA +, you will see tangible progress in your digital transformation efforts and continue your journey towards digital excellence.

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 Gerry Murray @BTAS Advisory Services Limited (T/A Impetus): Gerry Murray is Founder and Managing Director of Impetus, an Irish advisory firm supporting organisations through growth, transformation and operational improvement. He works with boards, investors and leadership teams across strategy, finance, technology and execution, with a practical focus on helping businesses move from planning into delivery. Through Impetus, Gerry brings together senior practitioners with experience across business strategy, operational improvement, finance, technology and change delivery. Within the FactoryXChange context, his focus is on supporting manufacturers as they adopt digital tools and ways of working to improve visibility, control, efficiency and decision-making. Gerry is particularly focussed on collaboration and co-creation, working closely with clients and partners to shape practical solutions that are commercially sound, executable and create shared value. His approach is grounded and delivery-focused, with a clear emphasis on ensuring digitisation translates into measurable operational and business impact. Supporting: · Manufacturing SMEs · SMEs · Public sector organisations · 2nd sector organisations – Large industries · 2nd sector organisations – European based organisations and enterprises (non-state funded) Expert in: · AI & Data · Cybersecurity · Sustainable Manufacturing · Public Sector Digitalisation · Business Model Innovation · Partnerships and Networking for Collaboration Connect with Gerry on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerrymurraydublin/

Looking for expert guidance? Connect with a Certified FXC2.0 Digital Strategist (DS) for a 30-minute consultation. Our DS 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 FXC 2.0 European Digital Innovation Hub (EDIH) project, supporting Irish manufacturers in their digital journeys. Supporting: · Manufacturing SMEs · Public sector organisations · European based organisations and enterprises (non-state funded) · Large industries Expert in: · Test Before Invest · Partnerships and Networking for Collaboration Connect with Becky on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/becky-garrard/

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. #Access to Finance #Ideas Management and Materialization #Innovation Development #Data Processing and Analysis #Innovation Development #Data acquisition & sensing

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 @Irish Manufacturing Research: Karin leads FactoryXChange 2.0, connecting small businesses across Ireland and Europe to expertise, funding, and innovation ecosystems. Her work simplifies digital transformation, boosts competitiveness, and aligns with EU policies for sustainable growth. Karin specializes in program management for digital innovation, stakeholder engagement, business innovation, partnerships, funding, and supporting SMEs with AI/data adoption, productivity, and resilience. Experience in climate policy, international collaboration, and leading consortia at Climate-KIC, Konrad Adenauer Foundation, and Czech Ministry of Interior. Karin bridges complex tech with practical needs, offering tailored guidance on EU-funded projects, KPIs, and partnerships, ideal for enterprises and public organisations seeking real-world digital upgrades. Supporting: · Manufacturing SMEs · SMEs · Public sector organisations · 2nd sector organisations – Large industries · 2nd sector organisations – European based organisations and enterprises (non-state funded) Expert in: · AI & Data · Skills and Workforce Development · Public Sector Digitalisation · Business Model Innovation · Partnerships and Networking for Collaboration Connect with Karin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karin-jancykova-36587047/

Our Digital Maturity Assessment (DMA) is a diagnostic tool to help identify areas of improvement for your business. It analyses your organisation’s digital readiness and pinpoints where technology can level up your processes. Through a series of questions, we can help you identify tech gaps, benchmark against peers and connect you with the tools and training to elevate your digital know-how and equip your business for the demands of tomorrow. This service is the first step on your FXC journey enabling you to measure the current level of digitalisation within your organisation. The DMA will provide you with a clear and structured digital transformation pathway whilst opening up your access to the full range of FXC services. The goal of the DMA is to provide insight in relation to how effective you are at leveraging digital technologies to achieve your strategic goals while staying competitive in the digital age. What to Expect: · The DMA is a structured evaluation process (up to 1 hour) for your Enterprise or Public Organisation with your preferred Digital Strategist · Completion of the DMA will help you assess your current capabilities, identify strengths and weaknesses in your operations, and help you create a Digital Roadmap. This roadmap will help you identify the appropriate FXC services for your Enterprise or Public Organisation from the FXC marketplace. · The DMA will calculate your Digital Maturity Score from questions related to the following 6 dimensions: Enterprise: 1. Digital Business Strategy; 2. Digital Readiness; 3. Human-centric Digitalisation; 4. Data Management; 5. Automation & Artificial Intelligence; & 6. Green Digitalisation Public Organisation: 1. Digital Strategy & Investments; 2. Digital Readiness; 3. Human-centric Digitalisation; 4. Data Management and Security; 5. Interoperability; & 6. Green Digitalisation What you takeaway: · A Digital Maturity Scorecard from your Digital Strategist to inform your Digital Roadmap and help you benchmark yourself against similar organisations across Europe. · Insights with further explanations on how to interpret the given figures, evaluate your own digital maturity, understanding how you compare to your peers in Ireland and abroad. Please note: The DMA is a mandatory step before booking a service with FXC.

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 Mary Whitney @Future Cast: Mary Whitney brings extensive experience working alongside European partners, innovation networks, and collaborative programmes to support organisations navigating Industry 4.0 and the digital transition. Mary has a strong track record in building effective partnerships between industry, public bodies, research organisations, and innovation ecosystems across Europe. A central pillar of Mary’s work is training and education in Industry 4.0, where she has led initiatives focused on translating advanced digital technologies into accessible, practical learning for leadership teams and the workforce. As Chair of the Industry 4 Skillnet, she provides strategic direction at national level, ensuring skills development remains aligned with emerging technologies, sustainable manufacturing practices, and future industrial needs. Mary supports organisations to adopt digital solutions that are both impactful and resilient. She has significant experience advising on funding for digital adoption, enabling innovation while reducing risk. Mary promotes experimentation, piloting, and validation to support informed decision making. Through her work, she continues to strengthen European collaboration, skills ecosystems, and capability building for long term digital and green transformation. Supporting: · Manufacturing SMEs · SMEs · Public sector organisations · 2nd sector organisations – European based organisations and enterprises (non-state funded) Expert in: · Funding Advise for Digital Adoption · Skills and Workforce Development · Sustainable Manufacturing · Partnerships and Networking for Collaboration Connect with Mary on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-whitney-108093167/

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 @Technological University of the Shannon: Katrin works an Industry Engagement Coordinator and EU Project Manager at the IDEAM Research Institute at the Technological University of the Shannon (TUS). She manages and supports a portfolio of national and European-funded projects aimed at strengthening SME competitiveness through upskilling, applied research and the development of more connected industrial ecosystems. With a background in business studies and research, Katrin brings expertise in business strategy, innovation management and enterprise development. She has strong experience in project management, stakeholder coordination, industry needs and impact analysis and grant writing. Katrin is particularly enjoys working with SMEs, recognising the unique challenges they face and supporting them in navigating resource constraints so they can grow and innovate. Her work includes helping companies identify opportunities and develop competitive proposals to secure national and European funding as well as supporting their broader innovation and digitalisation efforts. Supporting: · Manufacturing SMEs · SMEs · Public sector organisations · 2nd sector organisations – European based organisations and enterprises (non-state funded) · 2nd sector organisations – Large industries Expert in: · Sustainable Manufacturing · AI & Data · Business Model Innovation · Partnerships and Networking for Collaboration · Skills and Workforce Development · Funding Advise for Digital Adoption · Public Sector Digitalisation Connect with Katrin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrin-weittenhiller-19366b17b/