Manufacturing
Manufacturing:Supporting productivity through digital transformation
Manufacturing organisations face intense challenges including global competition, supply chain disruption and rapid technology advancement. SCC’s sector expertise and comprehensive IT solutions help manufacturers enhance productivity, secure operations and drive innovation across their digital transformation journey.
Transform your manufacturing operations with SCC today.
The realities facing manufacturing organisations
Manufacturing companies today operate in an increasingly complex environment marked by global competitive pressure, supply chain volatility and the urgent need for digital modernisation. Industry 4.0 technologies demand significant investment and skilled workforce development while cybersecurity threats intensify across connected production environments.
IT that drives manufacturing excellence
SCC understands the unique pressures facing manufacturers and delivers strategic technology solutions that address operational challenges whilst supporting growth. Our portfolio spans from digital workplace modernisation to advanced cloud services and cybersecurity solutions, backed by proven manufacturing sector experience and comprehensive support services.
Explore how our manufacturing customers achieve digital transformation success.
Key challenges and SCC solutions in manufacturing
Insights and resources
Innovation Island
Welcome to Innovation Island During their 2023 annual voyage, Innovation Island was discovered by SCC with the help of its open-source partner, Red Hat. Here SCC and Red Hat found a home for three of their products; Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Red Hat OpenShift, and Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform. Come and discover the endless…
Manufacturing
Digital automation in the manufacturing sector
Like many sectors, manufacturing is facing challenges on a host of different fronts, be they human, industrial or environmental. With climate change front and centre of the global conversation, and manufacturing making a significant contribution to CO2 emissions, there is substantial pressure on companies in this sector to find greener ways of operating. Naturally, companies…
Manufacturing
How to implement a programme of continuous digital automation
With the universal need for businesses to operate more and more parts of their business at increasing speed, automation has become the cornerstone of every good digital transformation strategy. And there’s no doubt that opportunities for digital automation are all around us – to make the execution of tasks quicker, cheaper, more efficient and more…
Manufacturing
Dell Technologies Awards SCC Breakthrough Partner of the Year
Dell Technologies Awards SCC Breakthrough Partner of the Year at the Dell Partner Summit Awards SCC is delighted to be awarded Breakthrough Partner of the Year at the Dell Partner Summit and Awards, which recognised top performing partners and celebrated growth at the prestigious Savoy in London. Mark Russell, Dell Partner Alliance Manager at…
Manufacturing
How to help meet your CSR targets through sustainable supply chain services
Sustainability is high on most corporate agendas. Previously, sustainability was viewed as corporate philanthropy: a ‘nice to have’ that was great for marketing but had little impact on the overall corporate strategy. This perspective has changed significantly in recent years, as business leaders respond to changing consumer habits which demand sustainable business practices and can…
Manufacturing
DVaaS and the circular economy
The British Government has a target of a 68% reduction of emissions by 2030 and by 78% by 2035. Its goal is for net-zero emissions by 2050. Just as the Government has outlined its net zero ambition, corporate organisations are setting ambitious targets for reducing their carbon footprint and increasing sustainability. One of the biggest…
Manufacturing
Why choose SCC? Your strategic partner in manufacturing
SCC has delivered technology solutions to manufacturing clients for many decades, developing deep expertise in the sector’s evolving challenges and requirements. Our comprehensive portfolio addresses critical areas from modern workplace deployment to cloud application modernisation and advanced security services. We understand the unique pressures manufacturers face including global competition, supply chain complexity and the need for continuous innovation whilst maintaining operational excellence. Our accredited partnerships with over 1,000 suppliers ensure technology availability and competitive pricing, whilst our National Distribution Centre supports complete product lifecycles from procurement through certified recycling and disposal.
Proven manufacturing experience
Five decades of experience delivering technology solutions to manufacturing clients with deep understanding of operational requirements, compliance needs and industry-specific challenges.
Comprehensive service portfolio
Full-spectrum IT services from digital workplace and cloud platforms to cybersecurity and payment solutions, backed by professional services and flexible resourcing capabilities.
UK-based operations & support
Dedicated UK operations including Security Operations Centre, National Distribution Centre and distributed engineering resource providing local support across manufacturing locations.
Frameworks and accreditations
ISO 27001 information security management
Global standard for managing information security with comprehensive controls and continuous improvement processes.
ISO 9001 quality management system
Quality management certification ensuring consistent service delivery and continuous improvement across all operations.
ISO 14001 environmental management system
Environmental management standards supporting sustainable operations and reduced environmental impact.
CAS (S) certification
One of only five UK organisations certified to handle and process classified government data with secure sanitisation and destruction services.
PSN certified
Public Services Network (PSN) certification enabling secure connectivity and data handling for public sector manufacturing requirements.
Microsoft security specialisations
Advanced Microsoft security partner status with all security specialisations and membership in Microsoft Intelligent Security Association.
CREST accredited Security Operations Centre (SOC)
UK-based SOC accredited to highest standards for security operations, incident response and threat management practices.
What our manufacturing customers say
“The nature of our business demands close attention to detail and achievement of deadlines plus flexibility in changing demands. SCC currently meet our expectations as a partner and provision necessary assistance on a day to day basis. They also work with us on planning future operations and responses to IT demands.”
Alan Wood,
Information Management Operations Manager,
MBDA
“SCC is our key partner on the supply of advice and product to house our critical ERP applications. As a retail business, these systems are at the core of our business. For over a decade they have provided advice and guidance on our core IT platform to ensure we can continue to provide necessary functionality across our offices, breweries and over 1,500 pubs. Their proactive approach and deep technical knowledge have ensured they remain our key trusted advisor on IT products.”
Richard Cockbill,
Head Of Technology Services,
Marston’s PLC
“SCC were able to come in, immediately assured us that they understood the problem we had. Immediately provided a solution for us, which worked fantastically and just, what can I say, it was a joy to work with them from beginning to the end.”
Lee Corns,
IT Manager,
Senior Aerospace Weston
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
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Ready to modernise your manufacturing operations with SCC? Talk to our manufacturing sector specialists today to discover how we can support your digital transformation journey.
The SCC Advantage
SCC serves as a strategic partner in navigating complex IT landscapes, offering integrated support across digital workplaces, data and AI requirements, enterprise software management, infrastructure and cloud environments. Explore how our expertise enables organisations to implement lasting, efficient solutions at every stage of transformation.
Unlock the power of AI
Unlock the power of AI with integrated solutions designed for any organisation, no matter where you are on your transformation journey. Discover how our AI services help you streamline operations, improve decision-making, and achieve lasting impact, all with a flexible, secure and vendor-neutral approach. See how we provide support from strategy through deployment, so your business can innovate with confidence and future-readiness.
Flexible payment solutions
SCC’s payment solutions provide organisations with flexible, data-driven options to invest in technology without the constraints of upfront capital. Examine how our approach balances operational agility, asset management, and financial stewardship for sustainable outcomes.
SCC Consultancy
SCC’s Consultancy Practice helps customers align their tech strategy with their business strategy – enabling your business and driving ROI. Our consultants support you on your journey, specialising in: AI, M&A, Programme Recovery, Application Transformation, and Change & Adoption.