MachineMetrics Blog

MachineMetrics Mar 20, 2026

What Happens When Manufacturers Build Their Own MES Applications in Two Days

Five discrete manufacturers. Five real problems. Five working solutions built on live production data in 48 hours.

MachineMetrics Mar 17, 2026

We Went to ProveIt! to Challenge a Popular Belief. Here's What Happened.

There's a take that's been gaining a lot of traction in manufacturing right now: that there's no such thing as an out-of-the-box MES. That every …

MachineMetrics Dec 17, 2025

New Feature Focus: AI Summaries for your Daily Production Dashboard

MachineMetrics Nov 19, 2025

How Harvey Performance Closed the Execution Gap with Intelligent MES

Harvey Performance Company is a global leader in precision cutting tools, manufacturing brands like Harvey Tool, Helical Solutions, Micro 100, and …

MachineMetrics Nov 17, 2025

How Pindel Built a Connected Factory and the Foundation for AI

Pindel Global Precision is a contract machining company headquartered in Wisconsin and serving a diverse range of industries, including agriculture, …

press release Nov 6, 2025

MachineMetrics Unveils Max AI: Real-Time Intelligence to Power the Factory of the Future

press release Oct 16, 2025

MachineMetrics Launches Manual Stations - Closing the Manual Operations Blind Spot

MachineMetrics Sep 29, 2025

The Challenge of Tracking Manual Processes in Manufacturing

The Hidden Half of Manufacturing Despite massive investments in automation, the majority of manufacturing work is still performed by people. In fact, …

press release Sep 19, 2025

MachineMetrics and WM Synergy Partner to Deliver AI-Powered, Real-Time MES Intelligence to Infor ERP Users

EASTHAMPTON, MA – September 19, 2025 – Manufacturing has always been defined by its ability to plan and challenged by its ability to execute. ERP …

MachineMetrics Sep 3, 2025

What is Production Intelligence? Closing the Execution Gap in Manufacturing

Most manufacturers don’t have a data problem. They have a decision problem.

press release Aug 27, 2025

MachineMetrics and Cre8tive Technology and Design Announce Strategic Partnership to Bridge the ERP-MES Gap for Discrete Manufacturers

Northampton, MA – August 27, 2025 – MachineMetrics, the pioneer in intelligent, real-time MES for discrete manufacturing, is proud to announce a …

MachineMetrics Aug 21, 2025

Flexible Reporting for Modern Manufacturers: Custom Dashboards and Report Builder in Action

Manufacturing leaders don’t just need data - they need the right data, delivered in the right way, at the right time. Operators want clarity on …

MachineMetrics Jul 16, 2025

Virtual Part Counter: Reliable Data Even When Your Machines Fall Short

Reliable part counts are the backbone of good decision-making on the shop floor.

MachineMetrics Jul 2, 2025

Enterprise Widgets Deliver Real-Time Visibility Across Every Plant

For manufacturers operating multiple plants, getting real-time, apples-to-apples visibility is a major challenge. Each site often runs different …

MachineMetrics Jun 25, 2025

MachineMetrics App Framework: Custom Insights without the Custom Code

Legacy MES systems and basic monitoring tools are often rigid and slow to adapt. While they claim to offer broad functionality, they’re rarely …

MachineMetrics Jun 19, 2025

Real-Time Visibility with the Production Order Dashboard

There’s no shortage of data on the modern shop floor. The problem is getting the right information to the right people - with the right context to …

MachineMetrics Jun 12, 2025

Clock In/Clock Out Brings Labor and Production Together

For most manufacturers, labor tracking still feels like a disconnected process. Time clocks sit in one system, job data lives in another, and payroll …

MachineMetrics Jun 6, 2025

Make Gains Stick with the Continuous Improvement Tracker

You ran the kaizen event.

MachineMetrics May 28, 2025

Closing the Gap Between Scheduling and Execution with the Schedule Attainment Dashboard

Manufacturing schedules look great on paper—until they meet the real world.

MachineMetrics May 22, 2025

Real-Time Job Tracking Delivers Clarity to the Chaos of the Shop Floor

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 …

MachineMetrics May 1, 2025

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

Executive Snapshot Tariff policy has shifted sharply in the past 18 months, squeezing margins for U.S. discrete-manufacturing plants. Metal duties …

MachineMetrics Apr 30, 2025

Optimize Changeovers and Reduce Downtime with MachineMetrics Tool Life Monitoring

Did you know that MachineMetrics provides real-time visibility into tool life across your entire shop floor?

MachineMetrics Apr 10, 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 …

Lean Manufacturing Mar 19, 2025

OTD in Manufacturing & Strategies to Improve On-Time Delivery

On-time delivery (OTD) in manufacturing isn’t just about getting orders out on schedule. It’s a complex interplay of overcoming production …

MachineMetrics Mar 10, 2025

How a Global Automotive Supplier Prevents Tool Failures and Eliminates Scrap with MachineMetrics

Customer Profile

MachineMetrics Mar 5, 2025

MachineMetrics Unveils Revolutionary AI-Driven Tool Monitoring to Predict and Prevent Failures

MachineMetrics, the global leader in production intelligence for discrete manufacturers, is excited to announce the launch of its groundbreaking …

MachineMetrics Feb 20, 2025

MachineMetrics Announces AWS GovCloud Availability to Support CMMC Compliance

We're excited to announce that MachineMetrics is now available in AWS GovCloud (US), providing manufacturers working with government contracts and …

MachineMetrics Feb 19, 2025

What is Work in Progress (WIP) in Manufacturing? A Complete Guide

Work in progress (WIP) in manufacturing refers to partially finished products at various stages of production, and it’s a key concept in efficiency. …

MachineMetrics Feb 18, 2025

MachineMetrics at ProveIt 2025!

For months, we’ve been looking forward to ProveIt!, one of the most exciting events in the manufacturing technology space. Unlike traditional …

MachineMetrics Feb 11, 2025

Manufacturing Intelligence: An Experts’ Guide to Implementation

Manufacturing intelligence is transforming how manufacturers make decisions by capturing accurate, real-time production data with full operational …

MachineMetrics Feb 10, 2025

MachineMetrics Introduces ERP Connectors to Power Automated MES

Summary: With seamless bi-directional ERP Connectivity, MachineMetrics offers an out-of-the-box, configurable MES powered by real time production …

MachineMetrics Jan 10, 2025

Build vs. Buy MES | The Case for Modular MES

The manufacturing landscape is evolving, and so are the challenges manufacturers face when managing shop floor operations. Manufacturing Execution …

MachineMetrics Dec 31, 2024

2024 Year in Review: Driving the Future of Production Monitoring

What a year it has been! In 2024 we continued to push the boundaries of what’s possible in production monitoring and operational excellence - …

MachineMetrics Nov 25, 2024

Rethinking MES for Digital Transformation

Digital transformation has become a necessity for manufacturers aiming to compete in an increasingly complex and fast-paced global market. However, …

MachineMetrics Oct 2, 2024

Production Planning and Scheduling: Taking a Modern Approach

The modern manufacturing landscape presents a host of new challenges, including the increasing complexity of production planning and scheduling. …

press release Aug 28, 2024

MachineMetrics Unveils Revolutionary Automated Schedule Intelligence Solution

EASTHAMPTON, Mass., August 28, 2024 – MachineMetrics, a leading provider of analytics solutions for manufacturers, today announced the release of its …

MachineMetrics Aug 1, 2024

How Manufacturing Production Scheduling Software Tackles an Unpredictable Shop Floor

Production scheduling is among the most critical tasks in modern manufacturing. Approaching it correctly helps your team meet delivery deadlines, …

MachineMetrics Jun 26, 2024

The Challenges of Manufacturing Scheduling and How Modern Solutions are Addressing Them

Scheduling work in a modern manufacturing environment is a complex and often frustrating endeavor. Despite advances in technology, many manufacturers …

MachineMetrics Jun 11, 2024

Manufacturing Execution System (MES): A Definitive Guide

Manufacturing today is being reshaped by disruptive market trends and advancements in technology. Labor shortages, error-prone data, and clunky …

Machine Monitoring May 2, 2024

Machine vs. Production Monitoring: The Road to Production Intelligence

When it comes to managing a production environment, machine monitoring is a great starting point. For machining heavy operations in particular, …

MachineMetrics Mar 29, 2024

2024 Product Releases: An Inside Look

Key Takeaways: MachineMetrics is introducing new features and tools designed to improve machine performance monitoring and operational efficiency. …

MachineMetrics Feb 23, 2024

Introducing Batch Connect Machines

We're excited to release a new feature aimed at helping manufacturers connect their equipment faster than ever before. Batch Connect is designed to …

MachineMetrics Jan 29, 2024

Introducing Condition Monitoring Workflows

Automating Actionability With Real-Time Machine Conditions

MachineMetrics Jan 17, 2024

AI in Manufacturing: Beyond the Buzz - What's Real?

The Buzz of AI - What's Real? Amidst the rapid technological evolution, the manufacturing industry stands at the beginning of a monumental shift …

MachineMetrics Jan 3, 2024

Is Your ERP Creating a False Reality?

ERP systems are well-established within the manufacturing industry. They typically represent the "source of truth" for the business and offer …

MachineMetrics Dec 21, 2023

The Evolution of Production Monitoring

In the ever-evolving landscape of manufacturing, the ability to monitor and manage operations efficiently has always been pivotal. As market …

MachineMetrics Dec 7, 2023

Machine Timeline: Production and Diagnostic Data for Root Cause Analysis

A Historical Record of Health and Performance Real-time data is critical to making fast decisions on the shop floor. It's one of the many reasons …

MachineMetrics Nov 15, 2023

The Current Shift Dashboard: At-a-Glance Shop Floor Performance

Unlocking Production Visibility in 3..2..1.. Out of all the MachineMetrics dashboards, reports, and visualizations, the Current Shift dash is perhaps …

MachineMetrics Nov 6, 2023

The Value of Accurate Machine Data for the Enterprise

Key Takeaways: MachineMetrics provides enterprise-level insights through its real-time machine data monitoring platform, enabling strategic …

MachineMetrics Nov 2, 2023

Driving Plant Level Insights with MachineMetrics

Key Takeaways: Plant-level insights provide real-time visibility into operations to improve decision-making. Identifying bottlenecks with data helps …

MachineMetrics Oct 31, 2023

In-Depth Machine Performance Analysis with MachineMetrics

Earlier this year our team released a number of new features as part of a major update to the MachineMetrics platform. As part of this update, the …

MachineMetrics Oct 26, 2023

Harnessing Machine-Level Insights with MachineMetrics

This article is part of a series discussing the value of machine data for every level of an organization, including the machine level, plant level, …

MachineMetrics Oct 19, 2023

Improving Production with Automated Benchmarking

No matter if you are a production manager with 10 machines or an executive overseeing multiple plants, knowing how your organization performed …

MachineMetrics Oct 10, 2023

Resource Optimization: Allocating People and Machines Effectively

Production leaders know that the answer to increasing throughput is not always "more budget", "more machines", or "more people."

MachineMetrics Sep 7, 2023

Unlocking Plant-Level Insights with the MachineMetrics Company Dashboard

Ultimately, the goal of collecting data across your production and operations is not simply to capture all the information, but to drive insights …

MachineMetrics Aug 29, 2023

A Deeper Look at the MachineMetrics Free Trial Program

Manufacturers are well aware of the value of data and the need for digitizing their operations. But selecting and testing solutions typically …

MachineMetrics Aug 3, 2023

Should You Implement ERP or Machine Monitoring First?

Efficient software platforms that integrate seamlessly with one another are critical to modern manufacturing. Without them, companies must rely on …

MachineMetrics Jul 25, 2023

The MachineMetrics Edge: Flexible, Scalable, and Self-Service

We’re excited to announce another update to the MachineMetrics Edge platform - self-service capabilities. The self-service capabilities of our …

MachineMetrics Jul 20, 2023

Implementing a Comprehensive Data Strategy in Manufacturing

Manufacturers need a sound strategy to compete, and that strategy must have a solid foundation in truth; knowing exactly what is happening across the …

MachineMetrics Jun 22, 2023

How MachineMetrics Helps Executives Improve Business Performance

Key Takeaways: MachineMetrics provides executives with real-time insights into machine performance and operational efficiency across their …

MachineMetrics Jun 1, 2023

The Convergence of ISA 95: Enabling Shop Floor Data Across the Enterprise

The manufacturing industry is undergoing an enormous digital transformation. To assist solution providers in developing software and hardware that …

MachineMetrics May 4, 2023

The Challenges of Machine Connectivity

A large majority of manufacturers remain dependent on inefficient data collection systems. Many continue to rely on data manually captured from their …

data collection Apr 20, 2023

What Data Can MachineMetrics Collect?

One of the most common questions we get from manufacturers: What data can I collect from my equipment and operations using MachineMetrics?

MachineMetrics Apr 6, 2023

Is Mexico the New China? Re-Shoring and Nearshoring to Adjust to Supply Chain Challenges

In recent years, many manufacturers have reconsidered their supply chain strategies and looked to reshore or nearshore critical segments. This trend …

MachineMetrics Mar 30, 2023

Do You Really Need to Buy that New Machine?

Every manufacturer has been there: Orders are out of control, and demand is sky-high. Overtime has become the norm, and everyone is wondering how to …

MachineMetrics Mar 9, 2023

Improving Production Scheduling in Manufacturing

Many complex elements are needed to run a modern manufacturing operation. Equipment, raw materials, operators, and supply chain professionals work …

IIOT Mar 3, 2023

IIoT Automation and the Future of Knowledge Transfer

The need for knowledge transfer has always existed, from verbal stories handed down over generations to handwritten notes passed from an existing …

MachineMetrics Feb 23, 2023

How Manufacturers Are Responding to Global Supply Chain Challenges

Change is inevitable. But the rapid pace of changes brought on by severe disruption has altered the way companies do business. This has led to …

MachineMetrics Feb 16, 2023

Improving the Speed and Accuracy of Quoting in Manufacturing

Manufacturing is an expensive undertaking. Manufacturers must delicately balance materials, labor, and overhead costs against sales goals to maximize …

MachineMetrics Feb 9, 2023

The Future of Manufacturing: Upskilling & Embracing Advanced Technologies

Organizational change can be organic and incremental. But it can also be rapid and nerve-wracking, triggered by technology advancements, disruption, …

MachineMetrics Feb 2, 2023

Overcoming Paralysis: Embracing Changes the Cloud Brings to Manufacturing

Key Takeaways: Cloud technology enhances collaboration and data accessibility for manufacturers, driving innovation and agility. The cloud enables …

Machine Monitoring Jan 12, 2023

Multi-Plant Machine Monitoring: Unlocking Connectivity at Scale

Connecting the Enterprise By scaling machine connectivity across multiple plants, enterprises can gain a comprehensive view of their operations, …

Machine Monitoring Dec 15, 2022

Why MachineMetrics? A Closer Look at the Value of Machine Monitoring

Manual production monitoring efforts can only take you so far. The paper sheets, excel docs, whiteboards, and manual data entry systems are putting a …

8 wastes Dec 8, 2022

7 Ways to Reduce the Cost of Production

Key Takeaways: Reducing production costs involves optimizing processes, minimizing waste, and leveraging automation. Identifying and eliminating …

press release Dec 6, 2022

MachineMetrics Continues To Lead Medical Manufacturing’s Digital Transformation, Wins Global Contract with Paragon Medical

NORTHAMPTON, Mass., December 6, 2022 -- MachineMetrics, the leader in production analytics software for manufacturers, has announced that Paragon …

MachineMetrics Dec 1, 2022

Monitoring Tool Life on FANUC CNC

Tool life is a critical component of CNC machines. When managed well, it can result in greater productivity, higher quality, less scrap, and …

MachineMetrics Nov 23, 2022

The Evolution of the Operator: How to Upskill Your Shop Floor Workforce

We Need More People! Maybe… What if we helped our existing team be more efficient? What if we empowered our shop floor personnel with the right …

MachineMetrics Nov 17, 2022

How to Reduce CNC Setups to Improve Uptime

Manufacturing companies always focus on downtime to improve processes and increase efficiency in a facility. There are many different categories of …

MachineMetrics Nov 15, 2022

Unlocking Production Efficiency with Accurate Production Data

Whether you are tracking overall equipment effectiveness (OEE), machine utilization, or simply the number of finished parts, manufacturing success …

MachineMetrics Nov 3, 2022

Updated Machine Timeline: Production and Diagnostic Data for Root Cause Analysis

Diving Deep into Machine Performance and Health Over Time Recently we have made several key updates to the Machine Timeline, one of the most commonly …

MachineMetrics Oct 27, 2022

Quality Control in Manufacturing: Using Data to Improve Your Quality Program

Key Takeaways: Quality control is critical in manufacturing to ensure products meet specifications and customer expectations. Implementing robust …

data collection Oct 20, 2022

The Benefits of Shop Floor Data Capture (And How to Automate It)

Data is critical to the success of manufacturing. Without it, companies lose track of their production, resulting in inefficiency, missed deliveries, …

IIOT Oct 13, 2022

IoT in CNC Machining: Automating Data Collection and Insights

Trends indicate that the CNC market could be as large as $140.7 billion by 2029, up from $86.83 billion in 2022. This number represents a 61% …

MachineMetrics Oct 12, 2022

The Value of Machine Data for QMS (Quality Management Systems)

This article is part of a series discussing the value of machine data for shop floor management systems. Integrating machine assets into your …

MachineMetrics Oct 12, 2022

The Value of Machine Data for Quoting

This article is part of a series discussing the value of machine data for shop floor management systems. Integrating machine assets into your …

MachineMetrics Oct 11, 2022

No Operator Input Required - Driving Automation with MachineMetrics Production Monitoring

Key Takeaways: Automated production monitoring eliminates the need for manual operator input. It increases accuracy in data collection and boosts …

MachineMetrics Oct 6, 2022

How to Measure and Optimize Machine Productivity

Getting your machines to do more is the name of the game. Even in high-tolerance industries, it’s pivotal for equipment to deliver parts that meet …

data collection Sep 29, 2022

The Value of Machine Data for Business Intelligence Tools

This article is part of a series discussing the value of machine data for shop floor management systems. Integrating machine assets into your …

MachineMetrics Sep 29, 2022

Factory Monitoring: Unlocking Process and Production Visibility

Increased competition, shrinking skilled labor availability, and legacy technology solutions create new challenges for manufacturers; companies are …

Downtime Sep 22, 2022

Unplanned Downtime: Causes, Calculations, and Cures

Downtime’ is one of the most dreaded words in manufacturing. While production downtime is part of life in a factory, managers, operators, and …

MachineMetrics Sep 15, 2022

Schedule Attainment: Accurately Plan & Meet Production Goals

Did your team finish all the work that was planned for this week?

MachineMetrics Sep 8, 2022

How to Improve Quality in Manufacturing

There are a few core measurements that every manufacturer uses to manage their operation. Measurements like efficiency, productivity, capacity, …

press release Sep 6, 2022

Universal Robots’ Partner to Automate Robot Performance Monitoring

Precision manufacturers can now monitor collaborative robots from Universal Robots in real-time to drive automation that improves performance and …

Machine Monitoring Sep 1, 2022

Machine Monitoring Systems vs. Machine Connectivity Platforms

What Separates MachineMetrics from Other Production Monitoring Solutions? Understanding that machine monitoring was only part of the solution, …

Machine Monitoring Aug 25, 2022

Production Reporting Done Right: Accurate, Real-Time, Visible

Things move quickly in manufacturing. People, materials, machines, and other components are constantly in play with changeovers, unit production, …

MachineMetrics Aug 24, 2022

INTRODUCING "THE CONNECTED FACTORY": THE SOFTWARE STACK MANUFACTURER'S DESERVE (AND NEED).

Today is a once-in-a-generation opportunity for manufacturers to capitalize on the reorganization of the global supply chain. To do so, Manufacturing …

MachineMetrics Aug 23, 2022

New Automation Features and Expanded Connector Library

Key Takeaways: MachineMetrics’ updated platform now includes new automation features and an expanded connector library for seamless machine …

MachineMetrics Aug 18, 2022

Machine Utilization: Track and Improve Equipment Performance

Key Takeaways: Machine utilization measures how effectively manufacturing equipment is used in production processes. High utilization rates indicate …

MachineMetrics Aug 11, 2022

Operationalizing Manufacturing Data: From Systems to Actions

Key Takeaways: Turning manufacturing data into actionable insights improves operational efficiency. Effective data strategies require real-time …

data collection Aug 4, 2022

Machine Integration: The Value of Connecting Equipment to Shop Floor Systems

Shop floor management systems require data to execute their core functions properly. MES systems need part counts, cycle times, and inventory …

MachineMetrics Aug 1, 2022

How to Calculate and Reduce Lead Time

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 …

MachineMetrics Aug 1, 2022

How to Calculate and Reduce Cycle Time

Key Takeaways: Cycle time measures the duration needed to complete one production cycle, directly impacting efficiency and output. Reducing cycle …

MachineMetrics Aug 1, 2022

What is Takt Time? How to Calculate and Reduce a Key Demand Metric

The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is transforming how manufacturing companies measure and improve processes. By using a machine data platform, …

MachineMetrics Jul 28, 2022

Production Visibility: How to Unlock Real-Time Shop Floor Data

In traditional manufacturing operations, production visibility was limited by manual processes for tracking data. Operators, technicians, and …

MachineMetrics Jul 20, 2022

Unlocking Accurate Standardized Work with Production Data

The goal of every manufacturer is to produce goods in the fastest manner possible with the lowest volume of quality rejections. This drives profit …

MachineMetrics Jul 14, 2022

The Importance of Machine-to-Machine Communication for Manufacturing

As the proliferation of the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) progresses, there will come a time when few companies without connectivity will …

MachineMetrics Jul 7, 2022

The Value of Machine Data for Your MES

This article is part of a series discussing the value of machine data for shop floor management systems. Integrating machine assets into your …

MachineMetrics Jun 30, 2022

How to Reduce Scrap in Manufacturing

Key Takeaways: Reducing manufacturing scrap involves identifying sources of waste and implementing strategies to minimize defects. Improving process …

MachineMetrics Jun 23, 2022

Industry 4.0 ROI: A Framework to Evaluate Technology Solutions

Realizing the value of Industry 4.0 solutions can be a daunting for many manufacturers. Already shell-shocked by enormous disruption in the last few …

MachineMetrics Jun 16, 2022

The Impact of Sensors in Manufacturing

Since the beginning of industrial automation, the manufacturing industry has utilized sensors. Originally, they were used to trigger mechanical …

MachineMetrics Jun 9, 2022

Is MES Dead? The 9 Risks of Legacy Solutions

We're not here to tell you that MES is dead. Rather, the landscape of manufacturing technology is changing...rapidly.

MachineMetrics Jun 2, 2022

Manufacturing Capacity Planning: Optimizing Production Output to Meet Demand

With such a wide variety of challenges impacting the current state of manufacturing, it can be difficult to plan for the future. Not only are costs …

data collection May 25, 2022

Manual Data Collection: Manufacturing’s Biggest Problem

Manufacturing has always relied on data to measure performance and identify areas of opportunity. But as technology has advanced, many manufacturers …

MachineMetrics May 19, 2022

The Impact of Industrial Data Platforms on Manufacturing

The rise of industrial data platforms has been spurred by the growing use of IoT in the manufacturing industry. These huge volumes of disparate data …

inustrial IOT May 12, 2022

Complete Guide to IIoT (Industrial Internet of Things)

A Resource to Understand Industrial IoT, Explore Valuable Use Cases, and Prepare for Common Challenges With tighter margins, rising inflation, and …

MachineMetrics May 5, 2022

How Manufacturers Are Digitizing Their Operations (And Making Better Decisions as a Result)

Unleashing Digitization in Manufacturing Recently, we had the opportunity to host an event with MachineMetrics users and prospects to learn how …

MachineMetrics Apr 28, 2022

The Value of Machine Data for Your CMMS

This article is part of a series discussing the value of machine data for shop floor management systems. Integrating machine assets into your …

MachineMetrics Apr 19, 2022

Navigating Market Turbulence: Insights from the GVSU

Key Takeaways: The GVSU symposium highlighted strategies for overcoming market turbulence in automotive. Focus on innovation and flexibility is …

MachineMetrics Apr 19, 2022

MachineMetrics Achieves Best-in-Class Information Security Standards

MachineMetrics Achieves Best-in-Class Information Security Standards with ISO 27001 Certification

inustrial IOT Apr 14, 2022

PLC to Cloud: Using IoT to Read Data from a PLC

The seamless integration of IIoT components including IoT hardware, software, and communication protocols has occurred in incremental steps for …

MachineMetrics Apr 7, 2022

Team Not Sold on IIoT? Here’s How to Drive Internal Adoption

Key Takeaways: Resistance to IIoT adoption can stem from a lack of understanding, but education and clear ROI demonstrations help overcome it. …

Article Mar 31, 2022

How to Optimize Your Setup Processes with MachineMetrics

(Up)Time is Money Several years ago while I was visiting a customer’s manufacturing facility, the plant manager acting as my tour guide stopped …

data collection Mar 24, 2022

The Importance of Data Standardization in Manufacturing

The power of data brought to life by the rise of the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and the Fourth Industrial Revolution (Industry 4.0) …

8 wastes Mar 17, 2022

The Hidden Factory: How to Expose Waste and Capacity on the Shop Floor

With each generation of manufacturing, advances have taken place in the form of process adjustments, continuous improvement initiatives, and programs …

MachineMetrics Mar 10, 2022

Visualize Producton Performance Using OEE Dashboard

A manufacturing company is only as good as its manufacturing equipment. But more importantly, how well the organization uses its equipment. Without …

Article Mar 3, 2022

IT vs. OT: Differences in System and Devices Explained

The Blurring of IT and OT Leads to Operational Visibility Information technology (IT) has been a critical component in the success of manufacturing …

MachineMetrics Feb 28, 2022

How Data Accessibility Drives Organizational Alignment and a Culture of Improvement

Key Takeaways: Data accessibility is crucial for manufacturers seeking to make informed decisions and improve operational performance. IoT systems …

MachineMetrics Feb 24, 2022

Concerned About the Cloud and SaaS? Here’s What You Are Missing

Key Takeaways: Cloud-based solutions offer significant benefits, including scalability, flexibility, and real-time data access, for manufacturers. …

MachineMetrics Feb 18, 2022

How to Reduce Changeover Time

Every manufacturing company wants to reduce changeover time. The changeover process may take days or weeks in some industries and only a few minutes …

Downtime Feb 10, 2022

How to Calculate and Improve Machine Availability

Key Takeaways: Machine availability measures the percentage of time equipment is available for production. High machine availability is critical for …

MachineMetrics Feb 3, 2022

A Guide to Cutter Compensation: What is G41 and G42?

Key Takeaways: Cutter compensation allows for precise adjustments in CNC machining, ensuring accuracy and quality in the manufacturing process. It …

industrial iot Jan 27, 2022

Industrial IoT is a Necessity, Not a “Nice-to-Have”

This article is part of a series addressing the most pressing concerns manufacturers have when it comes to Industry 4.0 and Industrial IoT solutions. …

data collection Jan 19, 2022

Kepware vs. MachineMetrics: What’s the Better Solution for Machine Data Collection?

Kepware has long been synonymous with industrial connectivity. Having been founded in the mid-1990’s, they have successfully helped connect a large …

industrial iot Jan 13, 2022

Yes, You Really Are Ready for Industry 4.0: Here’s Why

Key Takeaways: Manufacturers must assess their IoT readiness to ensure a smooth transition to smart, connected operations. Successful IoT …

MachineMetrics Jan 7, 2022

The Death of MES: A New Vision for the Factory Software Stack

Recently, I had the chance to host a panel at IIoT World’s Digital Manufacturing Day with technology leaders from Fulcrum, UpKeep, and …

MachineMetrics Dec 30, 2021

Manufacturing Tooling Costs - A Complete Guide

Key Takeaways: Tooling costs are a significant expense in manufacturing, impacting overall production costs. Optimizing tooling usage and extending …

MachineMetrics Dec 23, 2021

How to Reduce Tool Failure with CNC Tool Breakage Detection

Tool breakage has always been a challenge for machining operations. These breaks can occur during regular machining cycles due to tool wear that …

MachineMetrics Dec 15, 2021

Continuous Improvement in Manufacturing: How to Get Started

In today’s hyper-competitive manufacturing environment, those who don’t improve risk being left behind. Continuous improvement has long been the goal …

Dashboards Dec 9, 2021

The Impact of Production Display Boards on the Shop Floor

Have you ever heard the expression "out of sight, out of mind"? Sometimes ignorance is bliss. But in manufacturing, being out of sight and out of …

MachineMetrics Nov 11, 2021

Building a Best-of-Breed Tech Stack in Manufacturing

Manufacturing leaders today are having an increasingly difficult time choosing software that meets their ever-growing needs. Traditionally, …

MachineMetrics Nov 4, 2021

EASTEC 2021 Takeaway: Digital Transformation is Coming... Now!

Key Takeaways: EASTEC showcased the latest trends and technologies in manufacturing. Key themes included IoT, automation, and smart manufacturing …

MachineMetrics Oct 28, 2021

What is Tool Life? How to Optimize Tooling with Machine Data

The expense of tooling combined with scrapping defective parts makes extending tool life an important objective for metal cutting companies. …

inustrial IOT Oct 22, 2021

IT/OT Convergence: In Industrial IoT, Two Worlds Collide

Companies have realized the benefits of information technology for many years. And with the arrival of the Industrial Internet of Things (II0T) …

MachineMetrics Oct 14, 2021

How to Identify and Reduce Tool Wear to Improve Quality

In CNC machining, the reality is that metal meeting metal results in tool wear. Metal cutting, grinding, drilling, boring, and other tasks are all …

MachineMetrics Oct 7, 2021

How Digital Transformation is Disrupting Manufacturing

Over the last decade, digital transformation has accelerated among all industries. This revolution of new technologies has altered traditional …

data collection Sep 30, 2021

Paperless Manufacturing: Top Benefits of Digitizing Your Data

Manually managing and tracking production is beginning to become a habit of the past. Manufacturers are switching to a new approach of executing …

data collection Sep 23, 2021

How to Identify and Solve Production Issues with Data Analytics

Knowing how to solve production issues quickly and efficiently is a skill all manufacturing managers should possess. Though there are many strategies …

MachineMetrics Sep 22, 2021

First Pass Yield: What is it, Formula, and How to Improve

Key Takeaways: First Pass Yield (FPY) measures the efficiency of a manufacturing process by assessing how many products meet quality standards on the …

MachineMetrics Sep 16, 2021

How to Measure and Improve Machine Operator Efficiency

What is Machine Operator Efficiency? Machine Operator Efficiency, or MOE, measures the performance of industrial machinery operators. Represented in …

manufacturing software Sep 9, 2021

A Guide to Manufacturing Production Software

Manufacturing industry process manufacturing software has been around for many decades. As it has evolved, it has revolutionized production processes …

Downtime Sep 2, 2021

What is Downtime Tracking Software and Why Do You Need it?

The most significant contributor to inefficiency in a production environment is equipment downtime. To manage this issue, manufacturing companies use …

MachineMetrics Aug 26, 2021

Manufacturing Analytics: Use Cases & Benefits

With the arrival of Industry 4.0 and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), a digital transformation is currently underway. The manufacturing …

MachineMetrics Aug 19, 2021

Root Cause Analysis: A Complete Guide for Manufacturers

Finding the Source of Problems on the Shop Floor Manufacturing can be a chaotic, fast-paced, and complex endeavor, forcing manufacturers to not only …

Product Updates Aug 16, 2021

Introducing Operator-Triggered Workflows: Automating Communication from the Machine

Empowering Operator Communication On the factory floor, Operators have historically been siloed at the machine, unable to successfully communicate …

MachineMetrics Aug 5, 2021

Tool Monitoring: Predicting Tool Failures and Reducing Costs

Machine condition monitoring is a practice whereby the machine's health over a specific period can be assessed. By capturing data from the machine, …

MachineMetrics Jul 29, 2021

Line Balancing: How to Unlock Your Hidden Unused Capacity

Regardless of the sophistication of a manufacturing plant's planning and scheduling systems, many operations encounter constraints on the production …

MachineMetrics Jul 22, 2021

A Guide to Preventive Maintenance in Manufacturing

Fixing Problems Before They Become Problems For manufacturers across the globe, preventive maintenance has long been a tool used to prolong the life …

MachineMetrics Jul 15, 2021

How to Conduct a Manufacturing Bottleneck Analysis

A bottleneck analysis is an important process in manufacturing that can help remove or mitigate production holdups, drive efficiency, and improve …

MachineMetrics Jul 12, 2021

MachineMetrics Appoints Jon Cowan as Chief Revenue Officer

BOSTON, —MachineMetrics, manufacturing’s leading industrial data platform, today announced the appointment of Jon Cowan as its chief revenue officer …

MachineMetrics Jul 8, 2021

Benchmarking Improvements - July 2021

Here at MachineMetrics, we are always striving to improve our product and add new insights and features for our customers. This is especially true as …

MachineMetrics Jul 8, 2021

Production and Process Optimization in Manufacturing

Process improvement techniques are essential for optimizing manufacturing tasks. And when done right, these optimized processes lead to greater …

MachineMetrics Jul 1, 2021

How to Perform a Manufacturing Capacity Analysis

Key Takeaways: Capacity analysis helps manufacturers understand their production capabilities and identify potential bottlenecks. Accurate capacity …

MachineMetrics Jun 24, 2021

OEE as Your New Financial KPI

Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) is often seen as a manufacturing KPI metric. Yet it can be a financial key performance indicator for executives …

Machine Monitoring Jun 17, 2021

How Shop Floor Control Drives Instant Visibility and ROI

Using Shop Floor Control to Manage with Confidence Intelligent shop floor management is a basic premise of modern management approaches. It’s proven …

MachineMetrics Jun 16, 2021

Why We Are Raising a Series B

MachineMetrics was started back in 2015 to transform the manufacturing industry with real-time data from machines. Before starting to build the …

MachineMetrics Jun 16, 2021

MachineMetrics Announces $20M Series B Funding Round

Published: Jun 15, 2021 MachineMetrics Announces $20M Series B Funding Round

IIOT Jun 10, 2021

Resource Monitoring: Improving Machine Efficiency with IIoT

Key Takeaways: IIoT resource monitoring enhances machine efficiency by providing real-time insights. Tracking resource usage helps identify …

Downtime Jun 3, 2021

How to Reduce Downtime in Manufacturing

The manufacturing sector is a testament to human innovation and the drive towards efficiency. Yet, amidst the relentless hum of machines and the …

Downtime Jun 3, 2021

What You Don’t Know About Downtime Hurts Production

One of the biggest problems manufacturers face is downtime. This problem is exacerbated by the fact that most manufacturers are unaware of what is …

Downtime May 27, 2021

Machine Downtime Tracking and Analysis

As the employees closest to production, operators have deep visibility into the shop floor. On the other hand, other stakeholders including shop …

MachineMetrics May 13, 2021

Tips to Increase Production Capacity and Maximize Manufacturing

Most companies place a high value on the ability to increase production capacity. And it’s especially valuable to do so if added equipment costs can …

MachineMetrics May 6, 2021

How Industry 4.0 Is Transforming Lean Manufacturing

What Is Industry 4.0? The concept of Industry 4.0 is reaching—it covers technologies like industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), the cloud, edge …

MachineMetrics Apr 29, 2021

What is Machine Maintenance? Improving Equipment Health and Uptime

What Is Machine Maintenance? Machine maintenance is the process of performing upkeep on machinery to ensure continued working order. It can include …

MachineMetrics Apr 28, 2021

Optimizing Job Standards with MachineMetrics

Accurate job standards can make or break the operational and financial success of a manufacturer. Lack of real-time validation methods for setup and …

MachineMetrics Apr 26, 2021

How Cloud Technology Facilitates Workflow Improvements on the Production Floor

Key Takeaways: Cloud technology enables real-time data access, improving communication and decision-making on the production floor. Manufacturers …

data collection Apr 23, 2021

Machine Data Collection: Enabling Data-Driven Manufacturing

Using Machine Data to Drive Factory Floor Optimization Automated manufacturing equipment (CNC machines if you will), and the people who operate this …

Downtime Apr 22, 2021

How to Respond to Downtimes Faster With MachineMetrics

Resolving Machine Downtimes Faster Manufacturers are constantly looking for ways to produce more good parts, and one of the biggest barriers to this …

data collection Apr 15, 2021

Manufacturing Data Collection Software for Driving Shop Floor Optimization

Big data and manufacturing go hand in hand because so much of what goes on in a manufacturing business is measurable and able to be optimized. Data …

MachineMetrics Apr 8, 2021

Big Data in Manufacturing: Unlocking Valuable Use Cases

The Adoption of Big Data Analytics in Manufacturing The term “big data” refers to increasingly complex, massive data stores that can’t be effectively …

MachineMetrics Apr 7, 2021

Accelerate Now: Driving Rapid and Continuous Value Through An Ecosystem Approach

Key Takeaways: An ecosystem approach to IIoT allows manufacturers to integrate various solutions for faster and more sustainable value creation. …

MachineMetrics Apr 2, 2021

OEE Software: How to Monitor, Track & Improve Productivity

Manufacturing operations can no longer rely solely on manual interventions and archaic tracking methods. In today's data-driven world, software …

MachineMetrics Apr 1, 2021

Manufacturing Efficiency: Improving Machine Efficiency

Why is Manufacturing Efficiency Important? Improving manufacturing efficiency is a key tenet of the industry. Leveraging lean strategies to drive …

MachineMetrics Mar 25, 2021

The Top 5 Advantages of SaaS for Manufacturers

Key Takeaways: SaaS solutions in manufacturing offer flexibility, scalability, and cost-effectiveness. Cloud-based tools enable real-time data access …

MachineMetrics Mar 18, 2021

Quality Assurance in Manufacturing: Everything You Need to Know

Key Takeaways: Quality assurance ensures that products meet specified standards and customer expectations, playing a vital role in manufacturing. …

MachineMetrics Mar 17, 2021

Update to Benchmarking Product: New Features, New Graphs, New Insights

Key Takeaways: MachineMetrics’ benchmarking tool enables manufacturers to compare performance against industry standards. The tool uses machine data …

IIOT Mar 11, 2021

The Smart Factory: Smart Manufacturing Drives Industry 4.0

Manufacturing has continuously evolved. Many of the industry’s changes were incremental and, at times, reluctant.

MachineMetrics Mar 8, 2021

State of the Industry: March 2021 Update

Introduction As our daily utilization updates gain steam and receive more attention, we feel it’s important as data stewards to clarify our …

Machine Monitoring Mar 4, 2021

Machine Condition Monitoring: Improving Machine Health & OEE

What is Machine Condition Monitoring? Machine condition monitoring is the ability to assess the health of a machine over a period of time. This can …

MachineMetrics Feb 24, 2021

Recently Discovered Use Cases: Explaining our Predictive Machining Offering

Originally published on Towards Data Science

Dashboards Feb 18, 2021

Visualization with Manufacturing Dashboards

A digital manufacturing dashboard is one of the most effective tools to use for production optimization in manufacturing. With better information …

industrial iot Feb 11, 2021

Industrial DataOps: Unlocking Data and Analytics for Industry 4.0

What's the Relevance and Importance of Industrial DataOps? From a manufacturing standpoint, data and operations in regard to data play a role in …

MachineMetrics Feb 4, 2021

Lean Manufacturing: The Principles, Wastes, Benefits, and Tools

What is Lean Manufacturing? Lean manufacturing is a philosophy founded on a strategic approach to continuous improvement and sustainability through …

data collection Jan 28, 2021

Fact or Fiction: Which Story is Your Data Telling You?

Key Takeaways: Accurate data interpretation is crucial for making informed decisions in manufacturing, but biases and assumptions can distort …

MachineMetrics Jan 22, 2021

Developing New Pathways to Revenue Growth with IIoT for Aerospace and Defense OEMs

Key Takeaways: IIoT helps aerospace and defense manufacturers enhance operational efficiency by enabling real-time machine monitoring and data …

MachineMetrics Jan 22, 2021

The 4 Major Challenges Facing the Aerospace and Defense OEM Industry

The Aerospace and defense industry is spinning a lot of plates right now, which has been acknowledged by the wider manufacturing world. Speakers at …

MachineMetrics Jan 22, 2021

Industry 4.0 Implementation Challenges in Aerospace and Defense Manufacturing

The future of manufacturing is reliant on an ability to develop cyber-physical systems within the shop floor which drive industrial automation, …