Supply Chain - Articles, Stories & Interviews
6 Salesforce capabilities for manufacturing sales enablement
This solution complements the core capabilities of Sales Cloud and Service Cloud with a set of industry-specific functionalities and provides advanced automation capabilities for workflows specific to manufacturing sales and customer service.
Advanced Analytics in Manufacturing Logistics: Turning Data into Actionable Insights
Predictive analytics will leverage the power of AI and machine learning to forecast supply chain and market changes. Businesses that use predictive analytics will be able to mitigate risks more effectively
How Parvalux Is Helping to Develop the Next Generation of Conveyor Systems
Conveyor systems are central to most warehouse operations, and without regular maintenance, downtime can prevent a warehouse from functioning which obviously has a large financial impact.
Shop Floor Scheduling: Are You Getting the Most out of Your Plant’s Production Capacity?
By leveraging modern production scheduling tools, you can ensure your operations are not only efficient but also adaptable to the dynamic demands of the industry.
The Core of Optimizing Robotic Performance: Sensors in Warehousing
Without any external input to guide its actions or decisions, a robot would behave like a machine, performing tasks without adaptation or autonomy. Serving as the critical link between the robot and its environment, sensors enable the robot to perceive and interpret.
Writing it Right: How to Draft a Compliant Food Safety Plan
Several decades ago, food safety management programs were generally reserved for the very largest food manufacturers. Many recognized just how far news of a recall can spread and how extensive the brand damage could be.
The Digital Supply Chain: How AI and Supply Chain Management Software Reshape Manufacturing Industry Supply Chains
The integration of AI in supply chain processes and the adoption of comprehensive supply chain management software are not only ongoing trends, but important strategies for companies seeking to be more efficient, stay competitive, and innovative.
Supply Chain - Featured Stories
Mid-size manufacturers and ERP: Striking a balance of cost and guidance
At the end of the day, mid-size organizations face the same operational challenges as their larger counterparts, and should experience the same high level of service, optimized for their budget and needs.
Understanding What Makes Warehouse Workers Happy
This groundbreaking survey gathered insights from warehouse workers across the United States, exploring their daily challenges, what makes them happy, and what employers can do to improve working conditions.
Integrating the loading process for 100% end-of-line automation
Stubborn organisational silos – both within the company and in partnerships with third-party logistics (3PL) providers – can prevent the automation of important cross-functional processes, such as the loading and unloading of trailers
Supply Chain - News Headlines
gStore by GreyOrange Unveils SoftFence - Next-Generation Virtual Shielding for RFID-Driven Retail Operations
GreyOrange's gStore introduces SoftFence, boosting retail efficiency with smarter inventory control and precise RFID management
Comedy with a Cause: Nate Bargatze Brings Laughter to PACK gives BACK™, PMMI's Annual Event Benefiting the Future Packaging and Processing Workforce
Rockwell Automation returns as title sponsor, continuing support for the next generation of industry leaders
Rootstock Software to Host "FABTECH Feud" and Showcase Its Innovative ERP Solution
Manufacturing leaders can learn about key tech trends from Rootstock's 2024 Manufacturing Tech Survey
Supply Chain - Featured Product
ResinDek® TRIGARD® ESD ULTRA FOR HIGH-TRAFFIC ROBOTIC APPLICATIONS
ResinDek® TRIGARD® ESD ULTRA FOR HIGH-TRAFFIC ROBOTIC APPLICATIONS
To maximize the productivity of an autonomous mobile robot (AMR) or automatic guided vehicle (AGV) deployment, it's critical to create the optimal environment that allows the vehicles to perform at their peak. For that reason, Cornerstone Specialty Wood Products, LLC® (www.resindek.com) created the TriGard® ESD Ultra finish for its ResinDek® engineered flooring panels. The TriGard ESD Ultra finish is ideal for high-traffic robotic applications characterized by highly repetitive movement patterns and defined travel paths.
Supply Chain - Featured Company
PI USA (Physik Instrumente)
PI is a privately held company that designs and manufactures world-class precision motion and automation systems including air bearings, hexapods and piezo drives at locations in North America, Europe, and Asia. The company was founded 5 decades ago and today employs more than 1700 people worldwide. PI's customers are leaders in high-tech industries and research institutes in fields such as photonics, life-sciences, semiconductors and aerospace.