Ask the Experts

Ask the Experts

ERP and IoT

• What should companies know about sustainability software?

  Sustainability is composed of social, environmental and economic pillars. That's why technologies focused on this market address different needs. Here's a narrow glimpse.  Continue Reading

• Why is the smart factory concept key for manufacturing?

  With the growth of connected technologies, the factory of the near-future is expected to work quite differently than the one of today. Here's a look.  Continue Reading

• How can manufacturers begin an Industry 4.0 roadmap?

  Are you driving toward the next industrial revolution? Industry 4.0 will transform the manufacturing landscape, according to experts. Here's how to get ready.  Continue Reading

• Why is digital twin technology key for manufacturing's future?

  The industrial IoT landscape and the concept of Industry 4.0 both rely heavily on digital twins to push them forward. Here's some explanation of why that is.  Continue Reading

• What are the drop shipping benefits and drawbacks to consider?

  For both retailers and manufacturers, drop shipping has pros and cons. Here's some considerations to fuel research into the best strategy.  Continue Reading

• What are some elements of sustainable product design?

  With waste from electronics, plastics and other materials growing at a frightening rate, manufacturers can help address the problem with sustainable product design efforts.  Continue Reading

• How will self-driving vehicles affect the environment?

  Autonomous vehicles are on track to change logistics forever. Some believe that might be a good thing for the environment.  Continue Reading

• How is e-commerce packaging waste an issue, and what can be done?

  As the world turns to online shopping for convenience, a pressing issue is developing -- packaging waste. Here are some considerations to get the conversation started.  Continue Reading

• Three top logistics trends companies should be researching for 2018

  E-commerce is having a powerful effect on logistics and the supply chain. Here are three trends that are happening today that are likely to affect your company.  Continue Reading

• What do digital manufacturing technologies gain from IoT technologies?

  IoT technologies can support a digital manufacturing approach in a myriad of ways, especially in data gathering. Here's a deeper look.  Continue Reading

• How are IoT sensors helping the aviation industry?

  When aircraft take to the sky with IoT sensors on board, repair needs are more accurately predicted, potential failures trigger alerts and safety measures can be boosted.  Continue Reading

• Why is cybersecurity critical for modern manufacturing?

  As the manufacturing sector produces and incorporates more IoT technology, companies must create strategies to protect their data. Here are six ways to do so.  Continue Reading

• Does CEP deserve a spot among top trends in manufacturing?

  If you're wondering whether the hype around CEP is real, the answer is a resounding 'yes.' Here's a look at why complex event processing is making inroads into manufacturing.  Continue Reading