Manufacturing in Dubai is big business, and it continues to grow and evolve as the UAE continues its push towards bringing more manufacturers into the region. With so much support and an increasingly developed infrastructure being created, it is unsurprising to find that there is a significant amount of competition and a need for manufacturing businesses to stand out from the crowd. In this article we take a look at an overview of the manufacturing industry in Dubai, and the technologies that are helping these companies grow, before providing you with tips on how to make the best of your processes and tools, and how networking can help you develop even further.
As a pivotal manufacturing hub for the UAE, Dubai’s manufacturing industry is robust and growing at a steady pace. According to the Dubai Digital Authority, in Q1 of 2024 the sector achieved growth of 1.6% (AED 8.4 billion) and contributed 7.3% of the Emirate’s GDP.
Shuraa identify the top manufacturing industries in Dubai as being:
Trends in the region have seen manufacturers focusing on crafting more strategic approaches to informed business decisions, faster delivery times, and reducing overhead costs through smart use of technology.
Dubai is a hub for business start-ups and is a highly competitive location for businesses to operate in. TEB Apps provides businesses in the area with the tools to compete, allowing for shorter sales cycles, faster identification and take up of opportunities, and a comprehensive integration of business processes that are supported by automation.
Manufacturing businesses cannot afford to waste time, money, or resources, especially in a location where competition is so fierce. The right tools for the task can mean the difference between a profit or a loss, and identifying what you need is a business-critical decision.
Some of the most significant technologies that manufacturing businesses in the UAE and Dubai are adopting include:
It is important that your programs and platforms are capable of working together, and that your team are trained to work in ways that meet your expectations, legal requirements, and ensure that your customers are being met with the best possible service.
Deciding on new software or upgrading from existing platforms can seem daunting and might feel like an unnecessary expense. But if you review your current processes, look at issues caused by human error, additional costs caused by overtime or missing out on opportunities because resources are not available, you may actually find that a new system is extremely cost effective.
When making your decision, think carefully about who is providing it, what they are offering, whether they have an installation and training process that has a set time frame, and what support is available on completion.
Manufacturing businesses have an incredible amount of moving parts that need constant attention, and quite often clients will request specific adjustments or standards that you have to meet.
When handling your processes and internal activities that support your ability to fulfil orders and create new customers, you need a setup that is suitable for your needs, capable of evolving, and works quickly and quietly in the background so you do not need to worry about how your processes are functioning – you are just confident that they do.
Our advice and tips to you are:
Having the right tools and technology is essential for your business growth, but your development should not stop there. Dubai and the UAE as a whole are areas that are steeped in tradition, with strong cultural behaviours and emphasis on interpersonal engagements.
In this type of environment, your business needs to be out making connections, being seen in the local community, and essentially networking on a variety of levels that integrates you with your peers, your customers, your suppliers, and everyone else that can benefit your business.
With this in mind, we are delighted to be hosting our Dubai CEO Meet on the 19th October 2024. Save your space now and join us to benefit from:
We would love to see you and get to know all about your business, and how you are developing your company in Dubai, the UAE, and on a global scale.
