Author Archives: Louis Columbus
Running 24/7 to Meet Industry Demands
Through proactive business continuity planning, real-time monitoring, and its DELMIAworks manufacturing ERP system, Eldon James Corp is operating 24/7 to meet its customers’ increased demand while overcoming ongoing labor shortages. Eldon James is a world-class manufacturer of medical tubing and
... ContinuedCloud ERP and On-Premise – What is the Difference?
The growth of cloud ERP in manufacturing is approximately 5%, with Financial Management Systems (FMS) and Human Capital Management (HCM) growing at 7% and 10%, respectively. The worldwide ERP market grew 9% last year, reaching $39 billion according to Gartner’s
... ContinuedHow Supply Chain Management Software Became Manufacturing’s Shock Absorber In 2021
Bottom Line: Unpredictable demand swings caused by the pandemic are stress-testing supply chain management software systems across manufacturing, helping many manufacturers discover new strengths they hadn’t realize they had before. Manufacturers’ toughest challenges deliver the most valuable lessons on surviving
... Continued12 Steps To A Successful ERP Implementation
Bottom Line: Any successful ERP implementation starts with a clear definition of business value followed by a compelling vision of greater collaboration and connectedness between workers that get results. Any given ERP implementation has more to do with helping workers
... ContinuedMES Solutions Critical To The Modern Manufacturing Environment
Bottom Line: It’s in the striving to always keep improving process and product quality based on insights from their Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) that helps manufacturers become stronger and more responsive to customers in tough times. Manufacturing CEOs say the
... ContinuedHow To Achieve A Successful Digital Transformation In Manufacturing
Bottom Line: To achieve lasting success with any digital transformation strategy, manufacturers must put employees first then selectively focus on technologies that enable every member of their team to excel and stay connected. The greatest productivity gains in manufacturing happen
... ContinuedWhy The Defense Production Act Is A Growth Catalyst For Manufacturers
The Defense Production Act (DPA) is a critical weapon in the fight against Covid-19. For nearly a year, it has been invoked to drive the delivery of COVID-19 testing kits and personal protection equipment (PPE). Now, it will also play
... ContinuedWhy 2021 Will Be A Breakout Year For Sustainable Manufacturing
Bottom Line: In 2021 and beyond, customers are voting with their dollars for the manufacturers who excel at sustainable manufacturing and make a positive contribution to the environment, dominating B2B supply chains and B2C purchasing decisions. From automotive components and
... ContinuedWhy The Future Of Smart Manufacturing Starts With Connected Workers
Bottom Line: Providing connected workers and teams with the tools they need to excel onsite and remotely while enabling shop floor operations to transition from one manufacturing process to another is the essence of smart manufacturing today. Connected workers
... ContinuedWhat’s Driving ERP Adoption From The Shop Floor To The Top Floor
Bottom Line: Gaining greater visibility into how costs, margins, pricing, and production efficiency contribute to stronger financial performance is what’s driving greater ERP adoption, providing greater visibility and control from the shop floor to the top floor. Knowing how solid
... Continued2021 Manufacturing Trends: Connecting Workers Will Be Key
2021 manufacturing trends will be driven by the lessons learned in 2020. Whether assisting workers on the shop floor or helping back-office employees to continue their jobs remotely, smart manufacturing technologies have been central to enabling business continuity in the
... ContinuedWhat is Lean Manufacturing?
Lean manufacturing is a series of techniques and workflows designed to help companies reduce costs, increase product quality while improving shop floor efficiency, all leading to improved profitability. At the center of lean manufacturing are process and production monitoring techniques
... ContinuedHosted Managed Services Benefits to Manufacturers
Bottom Line: Manufacturers are opting to deploy their ERP systems over Hosted Managed Services to slash high licensing and I.T. costs while saving I.T. staffs’ valuable time for projects that more closely support revenue and customer growth. The Covid-19 pandemic
... ContinuedThe Growing Reliance on Traceability in Manufacturing Supply Chains
Bottom Line: The heightened priority on health & safety is leading to a renaissance of traceability in manufacturing across many industry sectors as every business strives to keep its employees, customers, and suppliers safe. Manufacturers are racing to digitally transform
... ContinuedOvercoming Production Challenges With a Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
Bottom Line: A Manufacturing Execution System can help manufacturers improve production accuracy and gain greater control and visibility across shop floors, leading to improving speed and scale of manufacturing operations. A Manufacturing Execution System (MES) help manufacturers overcome production
... Continued