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SHOWCASING NEXT-GEN BACKGROUND The Management Sandbox at TWIMS will do precisely what sandboxes have done for the
development of children over the years. By giving management a safe space to experiment,
innovate and learn about the various Industry 4.0 technologies that will reshape their
organisations, we anticipate that using the Sandbox will improve the competitiveness of the
Significant disruptions driven by new technologies will likely characterise the future of
MANUFACTURING manufacturing, rapidly changing customer preferences, and shifting market dynamics local industry. In addition to testing the new technologies, the management sandbox
environment can also be used to train employees on how to use them. This training can be
(Chesbrough, 2003). Key trends likely to impact manufacturing in the coming years include
done through hands-on experience in the management sandbox environment or through
increasing digitalisation and automation, sustainability pressures, personalisation and
customisation of products and services, and new manufacturing models driven by the online tutorials and training materials.
MANAGEMENT TECHNOLOGY Manufacturing, and smart materials. As technology continues to evolve rapidly, organisations CONCLUSION
Internet of Things, Artificial Intelligence, Virtual and Virtual Augmented Reality, Additive
need to keep up with the latest advancements to remain competitive and relevant (Hagel et
al., 2015).
SANDBOX In this paper, the authors reported how TWIMS had the benefit of research in these The manufacturing industry is likely to experience significant disruptions in the coming years,
manufacturing disruptors over the last few years and identified the need for a demonstration
and companies that are able to adapt to these changes and develop effective digital business
space in KwaZulu-Natal where the various technologies can be showcased and directly
experienced. In the context of technology management, one effective way to showcase strategies will be best positioned to compete.
next-generation technologies is through the use of a management sandbox. A management TWIMS’ Management Sandbox showed it is an effective way to showcase next-generation
sandbox is a controlled environment that allows organisations to experiment with new technologies in a safe and controlled environment. By following the methodology outlined
technologies and processes before implementing them in the real world (Lee et al., 2017). above, organisations can test and implement new technologies and assess their impact on their
As organisations seek to stay competitive in a rapidly changing business environment, they operations, processes, and business models in a controlled and secure environment while
must continually explore new and innovative ways of managing their operations. One minimising the risks associated with real-world implementation. This can help identify the right
approach that has gained traction in recent years is the use of management “sandboxes” – technologies to invest in and develop a roadmap for their successful implementation. Therefore,
controlled environments where managers can experiment with new ideas, approaches, and it was concluded that showcasing next-generation technologies using a management sandbox
technologies without risking harm to the organisation’s core operations. Sandboxes provide a or learning factory setup is an effective way for organisations to stay ahead of the curve and
safe space for managers to explore and learn from their successes and failures, leading to more remain competitive in an ever-evolving market.
effective decision-making and, ultimately, better business outcomes (Chesbrough, 2003).
This article will explore the concept of management sandboxes and how they are used to
drive innovation and change in organisations. We will examine some of the key benefits of
sandboxes and some of the challenges organisations face when implementing them. We will
also look at real-world examples of TWIMS that have successfully implemented management
AUTHORS: sandboxes and how they have benefited.
METHODOLOGY
D r Malika Khodja, P r o f e s s o r Justin Barnes
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and Prof s s o r Theuns Pelser The methodology followed to showcase next-generation technologies using a management
sandbox is presented in Figure 1.
Figure 1: Methodological strategy used to showcase
next-generation technologies using a management sandbox
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Identify Set up the
Define the technology management
the objectives
partners sandbox
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Conduct Evaluate Develop
the testing the results a roadmap
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RESULTS
Following the process outlined in the methodology, the key objectives identified for the
Sandbox are Experimentation, Risk mitigation, Innovation, and Learning. TWIMS’ management
Sandbox is designed to support experimentation and exploring emerging digital technologies
presently reshaping manufacturing.The Sandbox is a unique Industry 4.0 “playpen”.
Established in partnership with Jendamark and Rapid 3D, two of South Africa’s leading
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