A New Approach for Complex Configurable Products January 11, 2024 Two main approaches exist with respect to product configuration: sales/marketing and engineering-focused strategies. The former has advantages, but could lead to gaps in what a customer is promised to what can be delivered.
Automatic Production Tracking Optimizes OEE January 10, 2024 Reduce downtime and waste with better overall equipment effectiveness
The Bottom Line on Sustainability January 9, 2024 Recycling increases efficiency, enhances brand image and saves money.
How Anonymous Feedback Impacts Employee Retention January 8, 2024 Keep good employees by listening to, and acting on, their concerns
Printing Payback January 8, 2024 Thinking of buying a 3D printer but concerned about ROI? As Donnie Brasco said, “Forget about it.”
Sustainability Measures That Drive ROI January 5, 2024 Building the business case for sustainability efforts in manufacturing
Data is the Golden Ticket for Chocolate Production January 2, 2024 Connected industrial ecosystems are helping chocolate manufacturers push the boundaries of what is possible. Rob McGreevy of Aveva Group Ltd. explains how data-led digital technologies are supporting the growth of more resilient, competitive and demand-driven businesses.
SME President-Elect Appointed St. Mary’s University President December 19, 2023 Winston Erevelles will take up the positions of SME president in January and St. Mary’s University president in June.
Daikin Kashima Awarded Plant of the Year 2023 December 14, 2023 The international refrigerant manufacturer is using HART-enabled instrument technologies and tools, combined with AI, to optimize maintenance and equipment management.
Regional Manufacturing Is More Than a Defensive Strategy December 8, 2023 Regionalization is becoming a powerful strategy to overcome risks to business continuity arising from tariffs, geopolitical tensions, supply chain disruptions and other challenges. But using it purely as a defensive de-risking maneuver misses the overall narrative.
