A Slow-Changing Industry in a Fast-Changing World: Manufacturing's Path to Survival
2024 showed us how many manufacturers are still stuck in the past, relying on legacy solutions while missing out on the real power of automation and advanced tech. Sure, some of the latest tools are still in their infancy, but waiting to embrace them is a mistake.
Creating the Perfect Thanksgiving Meal: Lessons in Production Planning, Scheduling, and the Connected Worker
Imagine preparing a Thanksgiving meal for a large family. Production planning is like deciding on the recipes, sourcing ingredients, and planning each step so everything aligns smoothly.
Industrial Metaverse: Pioneering Remote Maintenance Solutions
The Industrial Metaverse is emerging as a transformative technology in manufacturing and maintenance, blending advanced technologies to create a more efficient and responsive operational landscape.
UK's Auto Factories Embrace the Advanced Robotics Revolution
The United Kingdom's automotive production sector is experiencing a fifth industrial revolution (5IR). Although the fourth industrial revolution (4IR) started just over one decade ago, the next generation of advanced robotics in manufacturing has already arrived.
Investing in the UK's injection moulding sector - The case for all-electric machines and robotic integration
Traditionally, our manufacturers have relied on hydraulic-powered injection moulding machines in their operations. However, the industry is now at a crossroads, faced with the imperative to embrace technological advancements for sustainability and cost-effectiveness.
Choosing Zero Trust Network Access Over Virtual Private Networks is a C-Suite Decision
PwC describes today as the "age of continuous reinvention" in its 27th Annual Global CEO Survey report. One of the most startling findings is that 45% of CEOs do not believe their company will be viable in 10 years if it stays on the current path.
Developing the Talent to Lead US Manufacturing Tomorrow Starts Today
Reshoring efforts, a wave of retirements, and advancements requiring new skill sets have coalesced to create labor shortages throughout the sector, prompting 65 percent of manufactuers to say that attracting and retaining talent is their primary business challenge.
Leveraging Voice-Directed Picking to Boost Warehouse Productivity
This innovative solution allows workers to receive audio instructions via headsets, keeping their hands and eyes free for picking tasks. Here is how you can use voice-directed picking to boost your warehouse's productivity.
How the US Election Could Shape Global Trade and M&A
With potential changes to trade policies and international partnerships, the global supply chain landscape could be redefined. For example, a Trump administration may lean into protectionist trade measures, aiming to reduce reliance on China.
Conquer Quartz Limitations with MEMS Precision Timing for Industrial Automation
Today there is a better alternative for industrial automation with silicon Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS) timing solutions that overcome limitations of legacy quartz devices. Read on to explore why successful industrial automation is a matter of timing.
Custom Corrugated Box Manufacturer Grows by 40% in 10 Months
Custom corrugated packaging manufacturer Value Added Packaging from Ohio moved from a legacy ERP system to a modern cloud-based software and grew 40% in 10 months.
Focus on Revitalizing American Manufacturing
The transition to a service economy has been rough, and many Americans feel they have fallen through a gap between insufficiently low-paying work and professional careers they can't access.
Automation in the food industry: How smart palletizing holds the key
You simply can't cut corners when it comes to operating in a clean and controlled environment in the food industry. In response to these challenges, automation is increasingly being adopted within the industry. Let's explore how it makes a difference.
Has Europe gone too far? The Delicate Dance of Regulation and Innovation
Though Europe is perceived as lagging behind in areas like cloud computing, infrastructure, chip manufacturing, and AI-particularly in creating large language models (LLMs)-it is not solely the regulations that account for these delays.
From Simple Fixes to Advanced AI: A Small Manufacturer's Guide to Industry 4.0
You might be aware that Industry 5.0 is aspirational for even the manufacturing who's who and while the jury is still out on what exactly the goal of 5.0 is, many experts observe that Industry 4.0 is far from complete
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