About this site

Welcome to Open Manufacturing, an independent publication launched in June 2024 by Awais Munawar. This platform is your dedicated resource for exploring the transformative potential of open-source manufacturing software technologies. With over 10 years of hands-on experience in the manufacturing industry, I’m excited to share my knowledge and passion for helping businesses innovate and thrive in today’s rapidly changing world.

My journey began as an apprentice in the aerospace sector, where I honed my skills and developed a deep appreciation for the complexities of manufacturing. This experience led me to roles in manufacturing systems within the space sector, and I now lead a research team focused on advanced manufacturing. Throughout my career, I've been driven by a belief that technology, particularly open-source solutions, can be a powerful force for good—enabling businesses to operate more efficiently, sustainably, and profitably.

Through this blog, I aim to share personal insights and practical experiences, offering in-depth reviews, code snippets, and innovative solutions that are specifically tailored to the manufacturing community. My focus is on how open-source technologies can help companies transition towards a circular economy—one that values sustainability, resource efficiency, and long-term environmental responsibility.

Please note that the thoughts and opinions expressed here are entirely my own and do not represent those of my employer.

If you subscribe today, you'll gain full access to the website, along with email newsletters about new content as soon as it's available. Your subscription makes this site possible and allows Open Manufacturing to continue delivering valuable insights and resources. Thank you for your support!Access all areas

By signing up, you'll get access to the full archive of everything that's been published before and everything that's still to come. Your very own private library.

Fresh content, delivered

Stay up to date with new content sent straight to your inbox! No more worrying about whether you missed something because of a pesky algorithm or news feed.

Meet people like you

Join a community of other subscribers who share the same interests.