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The Real Cost of Downtime in Manufacturing

The Real Cost of Downtime in Manufacturing

The cost of unplanned downtime in manufacturing adds up quickly and gets expensive fast. The detrimental result is lost production and lost revenue- two things you definitely don't want to add to.  This is especially true for unplanned downtime. On top of that, you...

Continuous Improvement is More than just Solving Problems

Continuous Improvement is More than just Solving Problems

What is Continuous Improvement for Manufacturers? Continuous improvement as a philosophy is exactly what it sounds like. It is actively improving your manufacturing process, on a regular basis. This is an ongoing effort that never stops, there is never an end to the...

IoT and Smart Manufacturing: Why you Can’t Ignore it

IoT and Smart Manufacturing: Why you Can’t Ignore it

IoT and Smart Manufacturing, Industry 4.0, manufacturing analytics, digital transformation. These are frequently talked about terms in the manufacturing industry. For some people, it's just talk, some ignore it, and some are adapting and changing their current way of...

Big Data in Manufacturing: How to find the Value

Big Data in Manufacturing: How to find the Value

What is Big Data in Manufacturing? Let's start off by defining and explaining what big data in manufacturing is- Big Data in manufacturing is exactly what the name sounds like. It is large amounts of data that can be structured or unstructured. This data can go into...

Internet of Things in Industry 4.0: How They Tie Together

Internet of Things in Industry 4.0: How They Tie Together

The Internet of things in Industry 4.0. You have likely heard these words said around the industry at least a few times. The internet of things and industry 4.0 are both very valuable pieces to manufacturers' success today and in the future. These phrases are also...

Smart Factory: What is it? What is the Value?

Smart Factory: What is it? What is the Value?

What is a Smart Factory? In simple terms, a Smart Factory is about 1) eliminating paper and collecting data digitally in the factory, and 2) providing that data and information to everyone at all levels of the factory so they can operate the business on that data and...

Should you consider Lean Manufacturing?

Should you consider Lean Manufacturing?

Lean manufacturing focuses on creating an efficient, effective organization. Properly using Lean principles and techniques as a manufacturer allow that manufacturer to reduce waste, create more customer value, increase revenue and profits of the company, and more. In...

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