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Manufacturing management
Cloud is key to linking digital manufacturing technologies
Traditional manufacturing systems often can't handle new customer demands, so manufacturers are building smart factories that use cloud-enabled next-gen technologies. Continue Reading
Why some manufacturers stick with on-premises vs. cloud ERP
Cloud ERP is key in digital manufacturing, but it's not a fit for all companies, especially those with heavy customization needs or the need to maintain control over upgrades. Continue Reading
PLM platforms evolve for a role in IoT
Integration with IoT systems can extend the possibilities for PLM platforms, but according to experts, they must first evolve technically to handle the IoT data and processes. Continue Reading
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Three companies display 3D printing advances
Take a look at three printers from Nano Dimension, XJet, and HP demonstrated at the Rapid + TCT additive manufacturing conference that are prime examples of advances in 3D printing. Continue Reading
How to take charge of solving your manufacturing skills gap
Some experts predict that 2 million manufacturing jobs will go unfilled over the next decade, but not all leaders are resigned to that bleak statistic. Here's what they're doing. 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
What are the benefits of wearable technology for manufacturing?
Wearable technology's benefits for the manufacturing sector are notable, including the ability to assist in training and streamline processes. Here's a look.Continue Reading
How can lean manufacturing concepts be used with MRP and ERP?
Sometimes, in technology, as in life, opposites come together in a surprising way. Such is the case for lean's pull technique and ERP's emphasis on push.Continue Reading
Enterprise manufacturing intelligence comes of age
Enterprise manufacturing intelligence tools are approaching a tipping point as IDC expects widespread adoption among manufacturers this year.Continue Reading
How does wearable tech fit manufacturing needs?
What are the most feasible, near-term applications of wearables in manufacturing and the supply chain?Continue Reading
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How green manufacturing processes can boost the bottom line
Sustainable production and supply chain practices are not just good PR -- they often help the bottom line by cutting resource consumption and opening up new lines of business. Those benefits aren’t the only drivers toward greener, most sustainable ...Continue Reading
Manufacturing operations management merges ERP and MES
As integrated manufacturing systems evolve, a new term -- manufacturing operations management -- signifies the merger of ERP and MES.Continue Reading
Evaluating BI options for midmarket manufacturers
Increasingly, companies are becoming differentiated through their BI initiatives. While large manufacturers -- think $1 billion-plus annual revenues -- have the tech dollars to upgrade legacy ERP systems, midmarket companies boast significantly ...Continue Reading
Implementing two-tier ERP with manufacturing in mind
Manufacturers that need to extend their ERP systems to remote locations are considering smaller, lightweight ERP suites as an alternative. With a two-tier ERP system, organizations can consolidate systems and save money while increasing operational ...Continue Reading
Compare business needs with the ERP choices available
The risks of picking a bad ERP system or implementing it poorly are as significant as the opportunities for efficiency, collaboration and innovation that can come from finding the perfect system. And with today's ERP market boasting more choices ...Continue Reading