Are you using your data to its full potential? (Part 2)
Some business leaders might be thinking, I’ve been collecting data the same way for years, why change now? Or, What tools are available to help me use data more effectively? Business Intelligence (BI) software is changing the way data is organized and analyzed, making it easier than ever for manufacturers to...
Are you using your data to its full potential? (Part 1)
A company is only as good as its data. Whether you’re trying to increase productivity, eliminate bottlenecks in production or grow into new markets, data is the key to driving improvements and maintaining success. However, data is useless if it is not properly analyzed and applied to strategic decision-making. Many organizations...
Top 5 Challenges manufacturers must face and how they solved (Part 2)
Cybersecurity As technology advances, so do the efforts and skills of cybercriminals. While ransomware was once the most common form of cybercrime, after years of rampant growth it’s been overtaken by two “new” threats: banking trojans and crypto miners. The majority of manufacturers are relying on outdated security systems incapable of...
Top 5 Challenges manufacturers must face and how they solved (Part 1)
After years of sluggish growth, many areas of the country are experiencing a thriving manufacturing sector. While the uptick we’ve experienced the last two years is definitely a positive thing, even those enjoying growth will continue to face challenges in the years ahead. Labor Shortage As Baby Boomers exit the workforce...
Integrating the internet of things in the supply chain and the challenges faced ...
The Internet of Things (IoT) is becoming increasingly popular and involved in many aspects of life. However, there are certain challenges that prevent supply chains from benefiting from IoT technology. Opportunities and challenges: IoT shows it to be a very promising application in the future of manufacturing industry. For example, Airbus,...
Technology applications that shape the future of mechanical engineering in the United States ...
Engineering is a specific industry because it is directly related to many other industries such as construction, chemistry and industrial engineering. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, the mechanical workforce is expected to grow at an average of 4% a year from 2018 until 2028. However, this ratio is...
How do I Apply Lean Six Sigma? (Part 2)
Lean Six Sigma is implemented according to the DMAIC approach including 5 stages in sequence: Define (Determine), Measure (Measure), Analysis (Analysis), Improve (Improve) and finally Control ( Control). Each phase identifies the specific activities that the project team must carry out with an appropriate set of tools. The DMAIC process is...
Integrating Automation for Packaging Processes (Part 2)
Remote HMIs HMIs play an important role in the connection of machines and the operators using them. However, they can provide much more information than simply displaying the machine’s current operation. Interfaces can include speech recognition, motion sensors, keyboard and similar peripheral devices in which data from the factory is exchanged....
How do I Apply Lean Six Sigma? (Part 1)
Companies competing in a complex global marketplace face enormous pressure to maintain operational excellence. Applying Lean Six Sigma, the quality management technique used to reduce waste, eliminate product defects and improve customer satisfaction, involves focusing on customer needs and detailed data analysis in order to meet that challenge. Transforming your company...
Integrating Automation for Packaging Processes (Part 1)
Packaging is a constantly shifting environment. However, unlike the rest of production, packaging processes have been slow to uptake new technologies. Thankfully, with the rise of developments in technology, like sensors, human-machine interfaces (HMIs) and motion control, flexibility of the packaging line is better than ever. That said, integrating automation for...
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