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Digital Transformation in Defense Manufacturing: The DoD’s New Digital Engineering Instruction

Arena Solutions

It primarily focuses on six acquisition categories: Major Capability, Middle Tier, Software, Defense Business Systems, Urgent Capability, and Service. MEAN FOR AEROSPACE AND DEFENSE MANUFACTURERS? The system’s software-as-a-service (SaaS) distribution model eliminates the need for costly computer equipment, networks, and coding.

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15 Types of Manufacturing Software (+ Who Benefits from Each)

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There is a range of manufacturing software now available to help businesses streamline their processes and maximise efficiency. Here we look at 15 types of manufacturing software, and for each answer three questions: What are the main functions of this software? What type of business is this software suited to?

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6 Manufacturing Trends You Need to Know

Arena Solutions

The global manufacturing sector has seen an upswing, a technological renaissance of sorts. Since the start of 2012, more people graduating from college and universities are entering the engineering/manufacturing fields. The manufacturing sector has been severely impacted by this trend because production jobs are highly technical.

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How Manufacturers Can Take Control of Inventory with RFID Technology

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Manufacturers may not think they have much in common with the retail companies beyond producing the products that stock store shelves, but there could be a lot to learn from the latter as the manufacturing headwinds of the last few years carry into 2023. Walmart Has Embraced RFID Technology – Should You?

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Navigating Uncharted Skies: The Path to UAM Commercialization

Arena Solutions

Here, we expand on some of the product development obstacles that UAM manufacturers face as they try to gain momentum in this fledgling market. Airworthiness certification standards establish requirements for aircraft design, manufacturing, performance, failure response, and maintenance.

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28 Procurement KPIs That Optimize Supplier & Buyer Performance

Silvon Software

Procurement is one core process area being focused to better manage today’s fluctuating change, with key performance metrics leading the way to assessing and managing procurement performance. The Basics of Procurement KPIs. Every KPI needs a clearly defined goal. Supplier KPIs.

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12 Benefits of Additive Manufacturing and 5 Disadvantages

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Ambitious manufacturing businesses that want to boost their R&D could turn to additive manufacturing. In this article, we’ll explore the different types of additive manufacturing, the benefits and weaknesses, as well as some industries that could benefit from additive manufacturing. Material jetting.