
Businesses adopt robots without an automation strategy
Only 1 out of every 10 robot installations are based on an automation strategy, leading to missed opportunities. A strategy with a plan is crucial for businesses to maximize the long-term value of automation. Robot adoption is at a historical high. Businesses from not just the automotive sector but a range of new industries are
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Five strategies to make automation affordable in cost-cutting times
The manufacturers that make smart capital investments in times of crisis are those that come out on top. These five proven strategies can make automation feasible despite recession fears. By Søren Peters, CEO of Gain & Co and HowToRobot.com When the economy slows down, it is a very common reaction to hold our money tight
Read MoreGain & Co Appoints Nilfisk COO, Søren Pap-Tolstrup, As New CEO
To meet soaring demand for robots and automation, Pap-Tolstrup will help Gain & Co provide vendor independent advice to even more businesses worldwide. PRESS RELEASE: Gain & Co, a fast-growing consultancy serving as independent advisors on robots and automation, is pleased to announce the appointment of Søren Pap-Tolstrup as CEO per February 1, 2023. Søren Pap-Tolstrup currently serves as COO and Executive
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Independent Robotics Advisors Gain & Co Launch UK Operation to Transform Manufacturing Industry
Independent Robotics Advisors Gain & Co Launch UK Operation to Transform Manufacturing Industry Birmingham – UK – The need for robots and automation is increasing rapidly among businesses in the UK. To meet demand and help transform the industry, independent advisors Gain & Co are launching their operations in the UK and setting up the
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The Key to Revitalizing Manufacturing is Human Labor and Robots Working Hand in Hand. But How?
The Key to Revitalizing Manufacturing is Human Labor and Robots Working Hand in Hand. But How? Getting people to work manufacturing jobs is difficult. Finding a solution may require us to rethink what a manufacturing job is and what we can (comfortably) leave for robots to do. Did the Manufacturing Sector Wait Too Long? Jobs
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Stuart Shepherd joins robotics companies Gain & Co and HowToRobot as Chief Strategy Officer
Stuart Shepherd joins robotics companies Gain & Co and HowToRobot as Chief Strategy Officer One of America’s most experienced business executives from the automation industry is teaming up with independent advisors and robot matchmaking platform to transform U.S. manufacturing. CHICAGO, JUNE 3, 2022 – Gain & Co and HowToRobot today announce the appointment of Stuart (“Stu”)
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Robot Boom in US Manufacturing is Fueled by Strong Supplier Base
Robot sales in North America reached a record $2B in 2021 driven by urgent manufacturing challenges such as labor shortages, supply chain disruptions, and more. The U.S. robotics industry has proven exceptional at meeting demand according to report from HowToRobot, Gain & Co and The Association for Advancing Automation (A3).
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Robotics group launches in the US with Barack Obama’s former assistant defense secretary
Robotics group launches in the US with Barack Obama’s former assistant defense secretary In a move to mitigate global risks to the US manufacturing sector, former assistant secretary of defense Hon. Andy Weber joins fast-growing global company group in robotics, Gain & Co and HowToRobot, as they set up office in the U.S. 2021 set
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How automated is the automotive industry?
How automated is the automotive industry? According to the International Federation of Robots (IFR), the automotive industry was the largest user of robots worldwide in 2020. In fact, 28% of all robot installations happen in the automotive sector. However, is the high volume of robots being reported giving a distorted impression of how automated the
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The impact of automation on the food and beverage industry
The impact of automation on the food and beverage industry Types of automation Automation is not new to the food and beverage industry. A type of automation, known as process automation, is common in production facilities all over the world. These solutions normally come in the shape of advanced machines that have an automation aspect to them. These machines are typically manned by staff, who feed it
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