About
The Project
This Project aimed to transform academic research into a practical decision-support tool for industry. The project has received multiple rounds of funding to support the translation of research outputs into industry-ready tools and resources.
The project was part of InterAct, a network directed by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) and funded by Made Smarter UK. It forms part of a broader initiative addressing the opportunities and challenges presented by emerging digital technologies in industry. The InterAct network brought together academics, policymakers, manufacturers, and technology providers to generate actionable insights and drive meaningful industrial transformation.
This work was supported by the UKRI Made Smarter Innovation Challenge and the Economic and Social Research Council via InterAct [Grant Reference ES/W007231/1] and by the Innovate UK-led Made Smarter Innovation Programme via Amplifying the Impact of InterAct [Grant Reference UKRI1434]
The Project Team
Dr Khadija Tahera
Dr Khadija Tahera is the Principal Investigator of this project. She is a Lecturer in Operations and Supply Chain Management at the Open University. Her research is in the advancing area of circular and sustainable product development, especially focused on the digitalisation of the testing processes and helping manufacturing industries develop products that meet net zero and sustainability targets.
Sponsors
