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Tariffs & the Factory: What Plant Leaders Can Do to Fight...

Executive Snapshot Tariff policy has shifted sharply in the past 18 months, squeezing margins for U.S. discrete-manufacturing plants. Metal duties remain in force, a new 25% levy on imported vehicles
MachineMetrics / May 01, 2025

Optimize Changeovers and Reduce Downtime with...

Did you know that MachineMetrics provides real-time visibility into tool life across your entire shop floor? MachineMetrics Tool Life Monitoring delivers real-time visibility into tool life and
MachineMetrics / Apr 29, 2025

Bridging the Gap Between Shop Floor and ERP

Despite significant investments in ERP systems, many manufacturers still struggle to manage their operations effectively. The root of the problem? A lack of accurate, real-time data from the
MachineMetrics / Apr 09, 2025

How a Global Automotive Supplier Prevents Tool Failures and...

Customer Profile Industry: Automotive Operations: High-volume precision machining for major automotive OEMs Products: Complex machined components used in steering, driveline, and suspension systems
MachineMetrics / Mar 10, 2025
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    How to Calculate and Reduce Lead Time
    MachineMetrics / August 01, 2022
    Key Takeaways: Lead time is the total time from the initiation to the completion of a production process. Reducing lead time is crucial for improving responsiveness and customer satisfaction....

    What is Takt Time? How to Calculate and Reduce a Key De...
    MachineMetrics / August 01, 2022
    The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is transforming how manufacturing companies measure and improve processes. By using a machine data platform, companies can rapidly realize fast ROI and...

    Manufacturing Analytics: Use Cases & Benefits
    MachineMetrics / August 26, 2021
    With the arrival of Industry 4.0 and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), a digital transformation is currently underway. The manufacturing industry is beginning to use manufacturing analytics...

    Predictive Analytics in Manufacturing: Use Cases and Be...
    MachineMetrics / December 23, 2020
    For decades manufacturers have used data as a way to gain a competitive edge. Perhaps the biggest change today is how data is collected. Some companies have technicians walking around the plant...

    Essential Manufacturing KPIs: Metrics & Dashboards Guid...
    MachineMetrics / October 01, 2020
    What are Manufacturing KPIs? Manufacturing KPIs are measurable performance indicators that track important manufacturing metrics such as efficiency, quality, and productivity. KPIs provide visibility...
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