Data Collection Software for Driving Shop Floor Optimization
Big data and manufacturing go hand in hand because so much of what goes on in a manufacturing business is measurable and able to be optimized. Data streams are increasing in size, relevance, and number as most manufacturers flock to the powerful capabilities, predictions, and insights that shop floor data can unlock for their businesses. But the […]
IIoT Platforms: To build your own or to partner with the pros?
When it comes to proprietary data and remaining competitive, it’s no wonder that the first reaction of many companies is to look into building whatever they need, in-house. The prevailing arguments are that the product, and the data that comes from implementing it, will be under their control and be fully customized to their needs. […]
Using Cloud Software for Increased Productivity
The concept of cloud computing has been around for decades. And it was originally derived from the flow charts and diagrams used to envision the early foundations of the internet. Even then, the concept of linking many devices as an accumulation of computing resources with increased analytical power was seen as valuable. What is Cloud […]
Finding the Right Cloud Solution for Manufacturers
As more and more manufacturers begin digital transformations to take advantage of emerging technologies within Industry 4.0, choosing the right cloud-based solution is critical. Not only is each product category unique within its given industry segment, each manufacturing company within that segment has specific needs and each begins from a different starting point on the […]
Four key benefits of PaaS for Manufacturers
In today’s global economy, modern manufacturing is highly competitive, with companies vying for market share and often operating on razor-thin margins. To maintain a competitive edge, companies continuously push for improvements in efficiency through process improvement and increased OEE. That search for solutions to drive these improvements has led many manufacturers to look to Platform […]
What is Equipment-as-a-Service? The benifits of EaaS
Paradigm shifts define the world as we know it. One example is IT services and how they were managed in the earlier days of the digital transformation. Two decades ago, enterprises who intended to use digital technology to optimize business operations had to set up physical data centers, develop specialized apps and employ professionals to […]
Concern about SaaS and Cloud? Here’s what you need to know
Cloud and SaaS Continue to Instill Fear Change can be scary, especially in manufacturing, where tradition and corporate culture can make it difficult to stray from the norm. Many manufacturing managers have been burned by initiatives that went nowhere after long and arduous learning curves and now resist change even more. This has certainly been […]
5 Advantages of SaaS for Manufacturers
The days of on-premise everything are gone, and many people in the manufacturing world are glad to bid them adieu. Today, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) dominates the manufacturing technology landscape, and for good reason. SaaS offers a host of benefits to manufacturers who fully utilize its capabilities while freeing up in-house resources for other tasks. In today’s […]
What is cycle time? How to calculate and reduce cycle time
When it comes to production environments, it’s always a question of how much can be produced, how quickly, and at what cost. At the end of the day, how efficient are we? Cycle time is one of the best measures we can use to analyze the efficiency of a production process and allows managers to drill […]
Two trends in sustainable manufacturing
Sustainable manufacturing remains one of the most critical and influential topics within the industry. Nowadays, more and more people, from business leaders to environmental activists, are discussing greener and more efficient approaches to protect our planet. Choosing an environmentally friendly manufacturing path not only benefits the Earth but also opens new opportunities for businesses, helping […]