Manufacturing
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Context
Manufacturing in New Zealand is a smaller sector than in many countries, but it remains significant for employment and value-add, particularly in food processing, wood products, and specialised equipment.
Key areas to explore
- Food processing — NZ's largest manufacturing sub-sector, with growing automation
- Wood and paper products — Forestry processing and AI-driven quality control
- Specialised manufacturing — Niche high-value products where NZ competes globally
- Robotics adoption — Current state and barriers to uptake in NZ factories
- Supply chain — AI-driven logistics and inventory management
Questions for contributors
- What is the current level of automation in NZ manufacturing?
- Which manufacturing sub-sectors have the most to gain from AI?
- How do we support manufacturing workers through automation transitions?