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Epicor surveyed key stakeholders in the manufacturing sector about essential workers ’ everyday experiences , pain points and expectations . Vibhu Kapoor , Regional Vice President – Middle East , Africa & India at Epicor , explains the five broad action points which companies could take , based on the findings from the survey .

FIVE TIPS FOR ELEVATING THE MORALE OF MIDDLE EASTERN MANUFACTURING WORKERS

Amid regional initiatives such as the UAE ’ s Operation 300bn , manufacturing in the Middle East has been on an upward trajectory . This growth certainly owes much to the foresight of ambitious governments , but at its heart , it is driven by people . And not just boardroom strategists , but frontline workers .

In Epicor ’ s Voice of the Essential Worker : Manufacturing 2024 , we surveyed key stakeholders in the manufacturing sector – engineers , machinists , welders and supply chain analysts making everything from food and furniture to apparel and electronics . We believe that to avoid the classic board / shop floor disconnect , you need to walk onto the floor and ask about essential workers ’ everyday experiences , pain points and expectations . In doing so , we uncovered insight which can be applied to unlock the full potential of the manufacturing sector in the Middle East .
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