For most manufacturers, labor tracking still feels like a disconnected process. Time clocks sit in one system, job data lives in another, and payroll has to piece it all together later. This creates
You ran the kaizen event. You saw the improvement. But two months later… is anything actually different? It’s a challenge every CI leader faces. Gains made during Lean or Six Sigma initiatives often
Manufacturing schedules look great on paper—until they meet the real world. Every day, jobs run late. Machines sit idle. Priorities shift. And despite everyone’s best efforts, it’s hard to answer one
Even the most capable ERP system can only tell you what was planned. It can’t tell you what’s actually happening on the floor, right now. For most discrete manufacturers, job tracking still relies on
Sustainable manufacturing is still a big topic in this industry! Everyone is talking about how to be greener and more efficient. Going green is not only good for the earth, it could be great for your...
Do you remember when it would take forever to open just one web page on your smart phone? Cellular networks have changed dramatically in the last ten years, and the forward progress is continuing. 5G...
Becoming more environmentally friendly is increasingly important to both individuals and businesses these days. Machine learning and AI are helping the cause. Singularity Hub said, "This can range...
Key Takeaways: Key Industry 4.0 trends include the rise of IoT, AI, and machine learning in manufacturing. Manufacturers will increasingly adopt digital twins, predictive maintenance, and real-time...
Robots are taking over some jobs that aren't safe for humans, but there are still some jobs out there in manufacturing that take a toll on the body! Exoskeletons could be the answer. IndustryWeek...