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A publication on April 20, 2026, explored strategies for successful shop floor digitization, addressing challenges such as rising costs and delays often caused by inadequate planning and insufficient focus on personnel. Previously, on April 2, Agoria released a study indicating that high US tariffs resulted in the loss of 1,500 jobs and €70 million in investment within Belgium's technology sector, noting a 7% reduction in Belgian technology product exports to the United States. Earlier, on March 31, Agoria, alongside Sirris, highlighted the crucial role of power electronics in maintaining resilient, affordable, and cybersecure electricity systems as Belgium increases industry, mobility, and building electrification. This followed the start of the Flanders Industry Summit on March 23 in Antwerp, which commenced amidst warnings of a major energy crisis, where Flemish minister president Matthias Diependaele urged the industry not to be paralyzed by geopolitical tensions. Earlier in March, specifically on the 16th, Agoria was among four Flemish industry federations that signed a declaration of commitment at the ninth Industry Forum, aiming to more quickly and efficiently translate scientific knowledge and research into industrial applications.
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