Twin transition: a path to the future or just another corporate buzzword?
Here, Johannes Wolf, Managing Director at automation supplier COPA-DATA Central Eastern Europe & Middle East (CEE/ME), explains why the green and digital twin transition is more than hype - and how we can turn it into measurable impact.
Unlock Hidden Cash: How Manufacturers Can Maximize R&D Tax Credits Under the One Big Beautiful Bill
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Thanks to the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB), manufacturers now have greater access to these credits. Many still leave substantial dollars on the table because they are not aware of their eligibility or fail to grasp the qualification and filing requirements.
10 Steps to Evaluating and Buying Supply Chain Planning and Optimization Software
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Investing in SCP&O technology isn't just a choice; it's a strategic necessity for those looking to stay competitive. The process involves more than just choosing a product-it's about finding a long-term partner for success.
How to Use AI to Close the Manufacturing Skills Gap
From smart training platforms to real-time job support, AI offers manufacturers a way to upskill current employees, optimize hiring and build a workforce ready for the future of production.
Smart Manufacturing 4.0: AI-Driven Operations in Emerging Markets
By incorporating AI into the very essence of operations, new market manufacturers can bypass old constraints, create sustainable and agile businesses, and set the new world standard of excellence.
Get Ready for Mandatory CMMC Compliance
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As leaders grapple with shifting trade policies, tariffs, and economic instability, cybersecurity risks are often overlooked. Contractors working with the DoD who delay preparation for the CMMC risk losing eligibility for future contracts.
The Importance of Preventive Maintenance in Modern Warehouse Operations
This piece explores the framework of a comprehensive preventive maintenance strategy and how it supports a future-proof, efficient warehouse.
How B2B IAM Can Make or Break Manufacturers' Partner Relationships
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In manufacturing, your partner's access is your risk. And in too many cases, it's your liability. This can be applied to the responsibilities between manufacturing partners and plays out in identity and access management (IAM).
Why Industrial Automation Needs a 21st-Century Overhaul
The future of industrial automation isn't about replacing the human brain-it's about amplifying it with intelligent systems that can code, learn, and execute on their own. That's the next frontier-and we're closer to it than we think.
Tariffs, Reshoring and the Rising Demand for Entry-Level Labor
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First up for employers amid revitalization of domestic manufacturing - tackling worker shortages in warehousing and logistics.
Are Smart Coatings the Next Frontier in Factory Maintenance?
Self-healing paint and anticorrosive coatings may be impressive, but they are not complete care solutions. They can only account for small damage and cover a limited range of operating concerns, so additional tools and technologies are still necessary.
How to Implement Zero Trust in a Smart Factory
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Zero trust offers a strategic way to secure operations, boost efficiency and support sustainability. Leaders can gradually build a secure, scalable foundation by starting with asset mapping and small pilots like MFA and IAM.
With Control in the Users' Hands, Propel Drives Product Innovation Faster and Easier than Arena
As a fast-growing company, VAST relies on robust technology to streamline business operations. For its product lifecycle management (PLM) software, VAST required alignment and collaboration of materials, suppliers and contract manufacturers.
Does technology's role in manufacturing need a rethink?
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Today, manufacturers are once again chasing transformation. But the approach has changed. This time, it's about AI, automation, and digital tools. With an underlying, yet immense, pressure to adopt, implement and reap the benefits as quickly as possible.
The Solar Shift: Why Clean Energy Is Now a Strategic Imperative for U.S. Manufacturers
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Solar power has emerged as a game-changer for manufacturers. With large, flat rooftops already in place, manufacturing facilities are ideally positioned to harness solar energy at scale.
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