GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 22, 2018

Coming back to the context of technology, and its significance in helping manufacturing businesses grow, it is to be mentioned that the benefits of adopting the resource are actually productive due to a lot of reasons. In the manufacturing industry, generating the coveted sales and maximum Return on Investment are things of highest concern.

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Arena Solutions

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Getting high-quality, compliant products to market is a long and arduous journey for most manufacturers. Regardless of the business, today’s manufacturers are under pressure to innovate faster and gain first-mover advantages while operating under the constraints of stringent regulatory requirements and greater product complexity.

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Unleashed

MARCH 2, 2022

Here we give you eight real-world examples of how businesses use Kanban, a popular lean tool that’s helped companies in a huge range of sectors improve efficiency – especially those in the manufacturing industry. Kanban came from the same place as the wider principles of lean manufacturing: Toyota. Each card represents one work item.

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Unleashed

AUGUST 17, 2021

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 are its advantages and disadvantages?

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QAD

APRIL 19, 2022

2022 Predictions for CPG Manufacturing. Consumer Packaged Goods and Food & Beverage manufacturers continue to face these pressures and more. Manufacturers and processors redesigned how they introduced new products during the pandemic and how quickly, meeting consumer demands for sustainable, health-conscious products.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 17, 2017

Being in control of your supply chain and warehouse is essential to your success, and warehouse management systems follow suit. Fortunately, you can follow these steps to ensure you implement an order management system properly. Plan How to Implement an Order Management System. Curtis Barry & Company.

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AFFLINK

AUGUST 12, 2022

For manufacturing facilities, the pressure is on to become the essential link to a more sustainable value chain. What Forces Are Driving The Demand For Sustainability In Manufacturing? Government policies & regulations — Particularly those in energy and chemical manufacturing. The good news?

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QAD

JUNE 30, 2020

This is the new mantra of food and beverage (F&B) manufacturers. The ERP system is the backbone of a manufacturer, especially for food and beverage companies, and an ERP should provide nothing less than reliability, dependability and adaptability in today’s world. Expect the unexpected. Profits, Profits and Profits.”.

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Logility

AUGUST 14, 2023

When it comes to implementing supply chain planning and operations solutions, success relies heavily upon an organization’s ability to identify and document its desired value measures and outcomes, and to align those with its solutions provider. 1 Co-develop a business case with vendors. 2 Identify data availability and data gaps.

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Unleashed

APRIL 10, 2023

The internal processes of a manufacturer are critical to the success of the overall business. This article breaks down 11 of the most effective process improvement techniques in manufacturing that you can implement in your workplace today. Deep dive: Check out the 2023 Manufacturing Productivity Guide.

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QAD

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

During our next installment of QAD Tomorrow on December 1, 2021, we’ll focus on how manufacturers adopting digital solutions are future proofing their operations. Outdated legacy solutions create stumbling blocks for manufacturers seeking optimal decision-making. So often they have competing versions of “the truth”.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

7 Reasons to Select a Cloud-Based POS System! A smart POS system performs more tasks than simply notifying the consumer. POS consists of transaction-related operating systems, including the cash box, credit card swiper, barcode readers, and document printers. Data Synchronization with Other Systems Simultaneously.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Aerospace manufacturing article and permission to publish here provided by Claire Glassman. While the aerospace industry may employ the same equipment and techniques as other manufacturing operations in producing parts for spacecraft and aircraft, it requires a significantly higher level of quality standards.

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Unleashed

OCTOBER 31, 2023

It’s an essential process for achieving maximum success in manufacturing. Effective implementation of workforce optimisation strategies ensures you have the valuable workforce resources you need for the growth of your manufacturing operations. Greater efficiency WFO practices improve manufacturing efficiency and eliminate waste.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 13, 2018

The cost saving and service improvement benefits of a transportation management system (TMS) are well documented. Geoff says you still have to do the requirements document and set priorities, but it’s important to get the right people involved. What are the key ingredients to a successful TMS implementation?

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Unleashed

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

There are two main ways businesses can track inventory: manually, using spreadsheets and logbooks; or automated, using inventory software systems. Here we look at several key inventory tracking methods and inventory tracking systems, and explore a few inventory optimisation techniques you can use to improve your inventory tracking today.

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Unleashed

OCTOBER 27, 2020

For medical device manufacturers connected to the Covid-19 pandemic response, 2020 has been a year of growth. However more broadly the industry has faced the same challenges as other manufacturing sectors, with a -4.4% But also on how medical device manufacturers navigate other challenges specific to their sector.

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ShipBob

JANUARY 6, 2023

That’s where transportation management systems, or TMS, comes in. In this post, we’ll take a closer look at what a transportation management system is, why it’s important, and how you can choose a provider. What is a transportation management system (TMS)? Transportation management systems can perform a variety of functions.

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Arena Solutions

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Arena’s recent Fall 2021 quality management system (QMS) and product lifecycle management (PLM) software release was all about helping manufacturers remove these bottlenecks and drive faster product innovation. Reprogram manufacturing equipment including robots. Better Team Alignment With Product Requirements.

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IQMS

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

Bottom Line: It’s in the striving to always keep improving process and product quality based on insights from their Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) that helps manufacturers become stronger and more responsive to customers in tough times.

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SCMDOJO

JULY 18, 2023

This emphasis on the importance of contract management highlights the fundamental role it plays in monitoring and enforcing minimum standards within contract performance management, underscoring its importance in achieving value for money in the procurement system. Both parties reach a mutual understanding of the entire project.

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OptiProERP

MARCH 15, 2022

Before getting into production scheduling and how it helps manufacturers, let’s have a quick look at the functions of the production department in a manufacturing organization. The production schedule is a versatile and important document that focuses on planning, forecasting, predicting, and meeting demands on time.

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QAD

AUGUST 3, 2021

For food and beverage manufacturers, the response is one of relief if it’s not your product, or utter terror if it is. How can food and beverage processors and manufacturers become better prepared to prevent potential safety issues and comply with future changes to regulations? Document control. Supplier quality management.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 14, 2019

The cost of poor quality is so closely related to supplier quality and compliance that manufacturers must give the proper attention and resources to the optimization of their upstream partnerships. The solution gives manufacturers the upstream visibility and control they need to provide downstream customer service to customers.

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Bristlecone

JUNE 29, 2021

The SAP S/4HANA manufacturing suite is a powerful, end-to-end suite of solutions that enables intelligent manufacturing and supply chain processes from design to operations. SAP S/4HANA facilitates seamless planning of manufacturing operations from material requirements to inventory management. Manufacturing Execution.

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QAD

JUNE 29, 2023

This means involving stakeholders from across the company, including engineering, manufacturing, procurement, quality, maintainability, serviceability and sustainability, plus key suppliers. By addressing these risks upfront, the team can design the product and the manufacturing processes to prevent failures before they even occur.

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Logility

MAY 12, 2021

The Chinese government plans to double manufacturing capacity in the XUAR by 2025, with a focus on apparel and textiles. Customs is primarily targeting shipments with a known nexus to XUAR, reportedly based on an unpublished internal list of manufacturers in the region. XUAR Facts and Figures. Importers Call for Clarity.

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Unleashed

DECEMBER 12, 2023

An intentional approach to bill of materials (BOM) management is essential for improving the efficiency of your manufacturing process. These components help manufacturers to effectively plan, source, and manage the production process. A BOM typically includes information such as part numbers, descriptions, and quantities of each item.

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ThroughPut

JUNE 30, 2020

What is data-driven manufacturing? Important decisions that impact the manufacturing process should always be based on facts, not guesses, wishes, theories or opinions. The accelerated deployment of low-cost sensors and their connection to the internet has created a lot of hype about the future of manufacturing.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 14, 2023

These activities involve numerous stakeholders, such as suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, and retailers. However, generative AI can extract insights from documents like waybills, quality reports, and customer feedback and feed it into AI models to optimize various aspects of the supply chain based on historical supply chain data.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JANUARY 16, 2023

Thanks to new technologies like ERP manufacturers and distributors can now harness the power of automation in their supply chains. Below are some of the key benefits of an efficient and effective ERP system. Processing documents is one of the most time-hungry tasks in supply chains. Increased productivity.

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Silvon Software

JUNE 23, 2020

As I mentioned in my previous post, Sales Dashboards – 16 Metrics for Manufacturers , a strategy for measuring business performance should also incorporate metrics that focus on the supply chain and other operational areas of the enterprise. Nevertheless, measuring supply chain performance is critical for a manufacturing concern.

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OptiProERP

APRIL 9, 2024

It involves multiple departments, systems, and stakeholders, each playing a crucial role in ensuring a seamless flow of operations. Sales representatives or an automated system generates quotes based on product specifications, pricing, and terms. Manufacturing and Assembly The heart of the process lies in manufacturing and assembly.

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RFgen

MAY 18, 2023

To do that, companies turn to Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems. So, how do we bridge the gap between what ERP systems offer and what your business needs for optimal materials management? Bridging the Gap Between ERP and Business Need ERP systems do a lot. By default, your ERP system is limited to its location.

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RFgen

JANUARY 23, 2023

Mobile inventory systems are a proven “must-have” solution for enhancing materials management. Workers equipped with barcode scanners, smartphones, or tablets record stock movements, updating the system of record from point-of-work. Mobile devices only need a web browser to access and interact with the system of record.

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QAD

JUNE 30, 2020

This is the new mantra of food and beverage (F&B) manufacturers. The ERP system is the backbone of a manufacturer, especially for food and beverage companies, and an ERP should provide nothing less than reliability, dependability and adaptability in today’s world. Expect the unexpected. Profits, Profits and Profits.”.

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Silvon Software

JULY 22, 2022

Here are 24 that Silvon has used with clients across various manufacturing industries to help them drive better supply chain performance. Stocking cycle time equals the number of hours required to store materials or goods from the time they are received from the supplier until they are stored and recorded in inventory tracking systems.

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