SYSPRO Smarter ERP

OCTOBER 20, 2021

The digital transformation of the operations and processes of factories and supply chains is based upon digitization of carefully selected machines and digitalization of the related business processes. So here goes – read on for a greater understanding of these concepts and the role they play in your journey to a smart factory.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

IoT sensors in the supply chain and robotics in factories are fluently available. In the last decade alone, we have seen factories move from basic digitization to more predictive power. Technology is making an impact at every step of the manufacturing process and across nearly every industry.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 14, 2025

In most industries, supply chains have become increasingly complex. It is not a technology on its own, but rather a process that combines planning, execution, and monitoring through integrated tools and workflows. The factory uses this information to make scheduling and inventory decisions more efficiently.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

DECEMBER 6, 2021

As manufacturers and distributors inject their operations with innovative technologies in an effort to transform them into smart factories, a shift in how those factories are staffed has emerged. Reskilling and attracting a smart factory workforce. As factories add smarter tech, they’ll need people to manage it.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JUNE 27, 2022

It does present a training requirement, the need for new skills for industry 4.0 Together they conceived the Unimate, the very first industrial robot. The term ‘ Industry 4.0 ’ was coined in 2011 to describe this new era of new technological innovations including advances in AI , ML and cloud computing as well as data analytics.

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Trinity Logistics

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

Many of today’s manufacturing trends are in line with the industry’s goals to improve processes, create more efficiency, and meet consumer demand. The manufacturing industry has seen challenges, from changes in the way people work to the rapid growth in demand, with many of these challenges accelerated by the recent covid-19 pandemic.

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Trinity Logistics

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Many of today’s manufacturing trends are in line with the industry’s goals to improve processes, create more efficiency, and meet consumer demand. The manufacturing industry has seen challenges, from changes in the way people work to the rapid growth in demand, with many of these challenges accelerated by the recent covid-19 pandemic.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

How can a manufacturing business today become an intelligent and automated ecosystem – a smart factory that drives productivity, performance, and profitability? Even though there are many benefits that come with digitalising manufacturing capabilities, implementing a new system can be a difficult task, regardless of industry or company size.

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Morai Logistics

MARCH 18, 2020

Safety in factories is paramount—here are some material handling tips for factory workers. Given their knowledge of proper protocol on the factory floor, we were more than happy to accept their proposed blog post. It is common to see workers handling or moving materials in a factory. ” (Learn more about them here ).

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Masson recently wrote the report “ Industrial-grade AI: Transforming Data into Insights and Outcomes.” Mr. Masson leads ARC’s research on industrial AI and data fabrics. Mr. Masson of ARC points out, “Each AI use case requires specific datasets and may necessitate different tools and techniques.”

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 1, 2025

A more accessible path starts with connected tools and integrated software, bringing digitization to the shop floor without major disruption. Digitization is often framed around fully automated factories or enterprise-level transformations. All without disrupting the shop floor.

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WorkWave

JULY 11, 2025

The Problem: When Analytics Tools Overwhelm Instead of Help Without a data mart structure, users may log into analytics tools only to find a never-ending dump of raw, unfiltered data. Higher User Adoption of Analytics Tools Across Teams When analytics tools show relevant information from the start, employees actually use them.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 27, 2018

Believe it or not, Industry 4.0 — the latest specialization for modern factories and manufacturing plants — does factor into the design and factory layout. In essence, that is the heart of Industry 4.0 , a complete synergy between operations, equipment, properties and, of course, the people who spend their time there.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Factories serve local markets. Jack Fiedler : We’re unique in the technology industry. We invest a huge amount of time and resources into our people and making sure that we have the best digital talent in the industry and that we’re doing the most innovative things in the supply chain. We have full visibility.

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The Lean Thinker

APRIL 20, 2020

From an industrial engineering standpoint, takt time is an expression of how much capacity you need. It is also true in many traditional factories. Asking and answering these questions is the purpose of many of the “lean tools” – including takt time. Don’t Confuse the Tool with the Goal.

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WorkWave

MARCH 5, 2025

A pre-built, fully managed solution , such as Wavelytics Data Factory, significantly reduces development and deployment time, while ongoing maintenance and updates ensure optimal performance, data security, and compliancewithout any additional effort on your part.

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WorkWave

MARCH 27, 2025

This capability is especially beneficial in fast-paced industries like pest control, lawn care, cleaning and security, where time is of the essence. Wavelytics’ Data Factory provides an opportunity for businesses to enjoy a scalable, cloud-based data warehouse platform.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 30, 2025

Across freight, highways, and complex industrial environments, one quiet challenge creates delays, adds risk, and costs businesses more than they realise: inaccurate or incomplete measurement. No unnecessary tools. Picture this: a freight truck is being loaded. But something doesn’t add up. A load doesn’t fit as expected. The result?

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GlobalTranz

JULY 15, 2015

o, also referred to as the Fourth Industrial Revolution. In today’s post we will talk about what is Industry 4.0, Industry 4.0: The Fourth Industrial Revolution. So what is “industry 4.0?” According to Accenture, they define Industry 4.0 According to Accenture, they define Industry 4.0

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The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Sam is the Founder and CEO of Kargo , a San Francisco tech firm that is on a mission to make factory operations as intuitive and responsive as reading Google Maps. Sam Lurye is the Founder and CEO of Kargo, a San Francisco tech firm that is on a mission to make factory operations as intuitive and responsive as reading Google Maps.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 25, 2024

With enforcement delayed until December 2025, businesses have time to integrate this tool, which streamlines data collection, geospatial analysis, and compliance verification. Argentina’s Lithium Industry Reacts to a Shift in Global Demand Globally, Argentina is the fourth largest producer of Lithium.

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 17, 2022

His time abroad has given him the tools to understand not only the U.S. She started up Corning’s optical fiber factory in the Charlotte, NC area, founded a popular kindergarten engineering design workshop based on a famous MIT course, and led the STEM coaching team serving 48 Easter Seals teachers across metro Atlanta.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 8, 2018

Lean manufacturing is one of the leading waste minimization technologies inside a manufacturing industry. Most of the manufacturing industries have already incorporated lean manufacturing strategies to undermine the non-additive materials from their products. The 3 Most Important Tools for Lean Manufacturing Strategies 1.)

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 16, 2025

Bosch uses 5G to connect production equipment in its smart factories, allowing for real-time data streaming and analysis. Bosch’s implementation shows how industrial networks benefit from resilient, low-latency connectivity that enhances both performance and safety.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

AUGUST 22, 2022

The fabricated metals industry operates with a low margin in a highly competitive market and material availability, production schedules and workforce skills must align to meet customer expectations. Within your ERP system product configurator tools can be used to maximize customer service and operational efficiency.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 26, 2025

When unexpected disruptions occura factory shutdown, a shipping delay, or a supply shortagethese models provide little flexibility. AI as a Predictive Tool AI-driven supply chain planning integrates machine learning, real-time data analytics, and external risk monitoring to anticipate disruptions before they materialize.

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WorkWave

JUNE 11, 2025

This helps businesses, particularly in enterprise, commercial and residential service industries, make smarter, faster decisions. Real-World Examples: Reporting vs. Analytics in Service Industries Understanding the practical difference between reporting and analytics becomes clearer when viewed through the lens of specific scenarios.

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Locus

JANUARY 9, 2025

The interconnected nature of global supply chains means these disruptions are not contained, theyre rippling across industries. Heres What Can Happen in The Coming Months Manufacturing Slowdowns: Major production hubs may face labor shortages, potentially causing factories to operate below capacity.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 9, 2017

Current industrial manufacturing trends show the new administration is pushing for reshoring among the nation’s biggest manufacturers, and new technologies are revolutionizing how companies respond to growing skepticism and scrutiny by the public and government oversight as well. The "First Five" Industrial Manufacturing Trends of 2017.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

The electronics industry has experienced dramatic changes on the customer and supplier side in the last 18 months – from sudden purchasing changes by customers to shortages of parts and components from suppliers. While some trends have been emerging in recent years , they have speeded up rapidly and are taking industries to a new level.

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Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

MAY 14, 2018

During a visit to the Ford factory, which I was very impressed with, I wondered about how everything is arranged in the aircraft industry! I started to search for information and find out that the Boeing Everett Factory, in Everett, Washington, USA is the biggest warehouse in the world. Checking in at an amazing 4.3

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MARCH 13, 2025

Factories have changed hugely in the past 50 years. The smart factory The smart factory represents a transformational change from traditional practices to a connected and flexible system. The smart factory The smart factory represents a transformational change from traditional practices to a connected and flexible system.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 2, 2025

The Business Problem: Single-Source Dependencies Single-source, globally concentrated supply chains have emerged as a major point of vulnerability for many industries. These AI tools allow companies to respond faster and more effectively to unexpected events.

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GlobalTranz

MARCH 5, 2015

Veterans often have training and skills in technology that are crucial to the high-tech factories of today. The GSTW website features some great tools for veterans transitioning to civilian life in manufacturing. The GSTW website features some great tools for veterans transitioning to civilian life in manufacturing.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 9, 2015

Industrial IoT and big data are converging to enable demand-driven 'smart supply chains.' According to industry standard ASTM F2792-10 , AM is defined as, "The process of joining materials to make objects from 3D model data, usually layer upon layer, as opposed to subtractive manufacturing technologies.".

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 3, 2025

Factors like planning tools, inventory management, demand patterns, and innovations in technology contribute to the success or failure of fulfillment optimization. These respondents came from 13 countries and 12 industries, representing decision-makers across project management, fleet management, sales & marketing, HR, and finance.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JUNE 14, 2023

The concept of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (IR4.0) can improve the way the factory shop floor works and manufacturers now have all the tools they need to operate a connected shop floor. can improve the way the factory shop floor works and manufacturers now have all the tools they need to operate a connected shop floor.

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