Running any kind of business comes with its own set of challenges, but when it comes to manufacturing, facing unexpected downtime can be one of the most frustrating hurdles to overcome. Not only can it significantly injure your company’s production, but it can also cause a severe strain on your finances. Fortunately, understanding the key …
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In today’s digital age, there is an overwhelming amount of data to manage, store, and secure. This can be particularly true for manufacturing plants. With data coming in from various sources, it can be difficult to keep track of everything, let alone secure it properly. That’s where cloud computing comes in. By having a company …
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When businesses implement a new Manufacturing Execution System (MES) software, it is essential that they properly train their staff. Without proper education and guidance, the powerful capabilities of the MES software can go to waste. Let’s explore why training for a new MES software is so important and what happens when companies fail to do …
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With the proliferation of cloud-based solutions, the concept of “anything as a Service” (XaaS), has become extremely common. This article will provide a good perspective of “as a Service” options, and how they work together to provide a holistic approach to moving your XA system to the cloud. Any cloud solution can be comprised of …
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With the proliferation of cloud-based technologies, you may be considering moving your Infor XA and IBM footprint to the cloud. This post will cover many aspects of moving to the cloud with a specific focus on the Infor XA system running on IBM servers running IBM i. Reasons to consider the move: There are several …
The manufacturing industry is always changing, and businesses must adapt to stay ahead of the curve. What trends should manufacturers be aware of as we move into 2023? Here are three that are sure to have a big impact. The Internet of Things (IoT) Internet of Things (IoT) – The Internet of Things (IoT) is …
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In today’s competitive manufacturing industry, effective inventory management is more important than ever. As manufacturers continue to search for ways to reduce production costs, streamline operations, and increase efficiency, inventory management must be a key part of the strategy. This blog post will discuss why inventory management is essential for manufacturers in 2023 and how …
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Digital work instructions are the future of shop floor operations. This technology utilizes a combination of digital tools and automation to streamline processes and increase efficiency on the shop floor. Here, we’ll discuss why digital work instructions are important and how they can help your business. What Are Digital Work Instructions? Digital work instructions are …
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Cycle counting is an inventory control method where physical counts are conducted on a rotating basis, rather than all at once. The goal of cycle counting is to identify and correct inventory discrepancies as they happen, in order to maintain an accurate inventory count at all times. In this blog post, we’ll discuss some best …
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For years, IBM i customers have enjoyed the benefits of a robust and secure platform. However, as the demands of the business world change, so too must the technology that companies use to stay competitive. Here are the three biggest challenges facing IBM i customers today we’ll also offer some possible solutions. Lack of skilled …
Maximizing throughput on the production floor requires more than just managing people or schedules. It requires a deep understanding of what’s happening on a minute-by-minute basis and quick reaction times. Using a properly integrated manufacturing execution system like MV2 is the best way to have both. The MV2 MES can automatically collect shop floor data …
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Get need-to-know production information anywhere on the shop floor and in real-time with MV2 Dashboards Keeping track of everything happening on the shop floor is a full-time job. Sometimes it’s a few full-time jobs. Then there’s the task of getting that information in front of the right eyes at the right time. Typically, all this …
With MV2 you can connect Kanban processes to production sequencing. Read about the gains putting these two systems together can create. Kanban is by nature a highly efficient production process. Using a manufacturing execution system (MES) to manage shop floor jobs can also lead to very efficient outcomes for managers. Combining these two processes at …
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