The Workhorse Blog
Latest stories, tips, and our opinions on everything and in between
How the UK energy crisis is impacting manufacturing (and how to weather the storm)
These are trying times for UK SMBs, and the manufacturing sector has taken a significant hit as energy prices soar. Some businesses may be looking at unfeasible operating costs, while the cost of not doing business is equally unappealing. At Workhorse, we can’t see...
Implementing new software in your agricultural machinery business doesn’t have to be a headache!
There’s no denying that software makes our working lives easier, when it's the right software and when you feel supported in using it in a way that supports your business processes. Mass digitisation in the workplace has enabled us to automate the boring minutia of...
How manufacturing SMBs can navigate the cost of living crisis and rising energy costs
The UK’s current cost of living crisis affects everyone, especially manufacturing SMBs. Plus, the energy crisis continues to be a significant concern for many factories across the United Kingdom. Consumer prices in July 2022 were 10.1% higher than the previous year,...
Turning the tables on the great resignation: how SMBs can build productive, fulfilled teams who stay
As much as we like to concentrate on strategy and planning to achieve business success, all companies rely on having great teams if they want to thrive. And this is especially true for SMBs. You’ve probably experienced the satisfaction of knowing that you’ve created a...
Reshoring manufacturing: how UK businesses are bringing their supply chains home
It’s a tough time to be a business in the UK. The pandemic occurring right after Brexit has deeply affected our supply chains, regardless of industry. Given the current business landscape, it’s no surprise that UK businesses are attempting to change their supply...
Customisation is the next big trend in manufacturing, here’s what you should know
The manufacturing industry has had its fair share of difficulties over the past few years. It feels like we have faced an endless list of setbacks, from shipping containers stuck in the Suez Canal to a worldwide labour shortage and almost everything in between. ...
Saving Your SMB Money — how inventory management helps reduce costs
No matter what industry you work in, it's easy for costs to creep in. There is a lot to manage, and over time, you can lose track of the various bills, services, and overhead your company accrues. Fortunately, in our modern world, there are plenty of tools at your...
Why batch tracking is so important for food manufacturing and how to do it
Whether you're trying to improve your transparency for consumers, reduce product recalls, or simply boost your supply chain visibility, batch tracking can help. This tool is a staple of the manufacturing industry, and in this post, we'll take a look at what it is, why...
How to tackle these 8 common drink manufacturing challenges
The food and drink industry is full of manufacturing challenges, from complying with regulations to competing with giant corporations. In this post, we'll touch on these challenges and how your business can remain competitive and effective in today's marketplace. How...