Why Manual Time Tracking in Business Central Is Costing Your Shop Floor More Than You Think

Article from | Insight Works

By automating time collection through barcode scanning, manufacturers gain precise labor costing, improved accountability, and a clearer picture of shop floor performance.

Smart Automation: How AGVs and AMRs Help Manufacturers Manage Rising Costs

Article from Brian Cook, Director of Product Development at Conductix-Wampfler

The time is now to invest in scalable, cost-efficient automation deployments, keeping in mind the importance of power and data delivery solutions that support consistent, productive operations.

Upgrading for Industry 4.0: How Siemens S7-1500 Migration Solves Hidden Legacy Challenges and Why Modern Manufacturing Can’t Afford to Wait

Avadh Nagaralawala, Mining Automation & Control Engineering Consultant | PMP

This article explains why migration to the S7-1500 platform is becoming urgent, the hidden challenges engineers face during transition, and how modern PLC architecture supports Industry 4.0 readiness, improved reliability, and long-term performance.

Driving Performance Improvement on the Shop Floor with Production Data

Q&A with Gabe Maentz, Vice President of Solutions | Datanomix

One of my favorite customer lines is, “I need parts, not charts.” And that really captures what Datanomix is about: helping manufacturers solve real business problems by clearly showing what’s happening on their shop floor.

Rugged Surface Pro xCase with Badge Readers Elevates Workforce Safety & Mustering for Umicore

Case Study from | Mobile Demand

When global materials technology and recycling leader Umicore set out to modernize employee tracking and emergency mustering processes, they turned to Savance Workplace for a customized digital workforce management solution.

2025 Top Article - Common Misconceptions Manufacturers have about AI

Q&A with Ghazanfar Ghori is President and CTO | Enterprise64

With over 25 years of experience advising mid-market companies, Ghori provides a grounded yet progressive-looking take on where manufacturers should focus, what misconceptions to avoid, and how to get started without overhauling everything.

2025 Top Article - AUTOMATION IS UNLOCKING THE FUTURE OF AM SERVICES

Felix Manley, Co-founder | 3D People

In this article, I want to dive into the role automation plays in the approach to AM services, highlighting the benefits it delivers to customers, how it drives operational efficiency, and why it’s essential for the future of this industry.

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AI for Product Data Management: A Key Component for Smarter Manufacturing

Article from Jay Roxe, Chief Marketing Officer, Inriver

AI improves data quality by reducing errors and inconsistencies introduced by manual intervention. Manual errors may not seem like a huge deal, but they can easily disrupt time-to-market or channel accuracy.

Discovering Manufacturing Bottlenecks Through AI and Machine Learning Analysis

Article from Lou Farrell, Revelutionized

Manufacturing slowdowns come from many sources. That diversity makes it challenging for executives to identify the top causes without help. Well-trained AI and machine learning algorithms can analyze the data and recommend suggestions for improvement.

How private 5G empowers manufacturers to maximize AI use cases

Article from Ryan Pettijohn, 5G Systems Integration Manager, 1Finity – a Fujitsu company

While Wi-Fi networks have historically met the basic wireless connectivity needs of some manufacturing operations, they increasingly fall short in more complex, high-demand industrial environments.

Compass Wire Cloth to Highlight Advanced Separation Solutions at PACK EXPO East 2026

01/13/26, 10:23 AM | Supply Chain | Engineering

Explore the precision and efficiency of Round Separator and Ultrasonic Screens, and see Cutting-Edge Vibratory Technology in Action at Booth #1704

RAYMOND INTRODUCES E-LEARNING MODULES TO SUPPORT MATERIAL HANDLING EDUCATION

01/13/26, 05:47 AM | Supply Chain | Engineering

Raymond provides online tools that reinforce technician fundamentals, lean management principles and operator

Over 10 new show features revealed for Packaging Innovations & Empack 2026

01/13/26, 05:46 AM | Supply Chain | Engineering

Packaging Innovations & Empack 2026 brings the future of packaging to life with new zones, breakthrough technologies, and expert-led experiences designed to inspire, inform, and connect every stage of the supply chain.

Blackline Safety Introduces G8 — The Most Connected Safety Wearable Ever Made

01/13/26, 05:45 AM | Supply Chain | Engineering

A new all-in-one gas detection device and advanced connected safety platform for the data-driven worksite

PRECISION WITHOUT COMPROMISE — MICRO COMPONENT GROUP TO DEMONSTRATE PCE FOR MEDICAL DEVICES AT MD&M WEST

01/13/26, 05:44 AM | Additive & 3D Printing | Engineering

The Micro Component Group to Showcase Advanced Photo-Chemical Etching Solutions at MD&M West 2026

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