Last update date 12 November 2021
The mission of the Confirm SFI Research Centre is to support the transformation of the Irish manufacturing sector towards a smart manufacturing paradigm. This will enable advanced capabilities for industry in the areas of customer-centred manufacturing, optimised real-time decision-making, increased product quality, product line adaptability, shorter supply chains and new business opportunities. SFI Research Centres are making important scientific advances, enhancing enterprise and industry, training students with critical, in-demand skills, supporting regional development, and enhancing Ireland’s international reputation. The research centres address a lack of awareness, lack of sufficient business networks, insufficient contribution of academia, lack of standardisation and lack of private funding. The example is interesting as it addresses a wide variety of instruments.