Technology & Automation
MES Integration with Smart Machines: Breaking Down Data Silos on the Plant Floor
Manufacturing businesses are experiencing a technological shift with the increasing adoption of smart machines. These devices, equipped with sophisticated sensors and machine-level intelligence, provide real-time data on their performance and process conditions. While it’s tempting to rely solely on the
... ContinuedFive Strategies for Managing Supply Chain Uncertainty
Faced with continuing inflation, manufacturers are seeking strategies to contain per-unit costs while maintaining margins. But geopolitical rivalries and an emerging wave of tariffs are introducing new levels of supply chain uncertainty. Compounding the challenge are information gaps across
... ContinuedWhy Automation and Robotics Are Gaining Traction in Small and Midsize Manufacturing
Automation and robotics have proven instrumental in delivering products with increased efficiency and safety across a range of industries. Yet, until recently, many small and midsize manufacturers had not fully leveraged these technologies to the same extent as larger enterprises.
... ContinuedRoadmap to IoT Success with Legacy Manufacturing Equipment
Smart machines can provide manufacturers with invaluable real-time insights into shop floor productivity, inventory, and potential quality and maintenance issues. But buying new machinery to harness the Internet of Things (IoT) can be hard to justify, especially when interest rates
... ContinuedHarnessing the Power of Front Office Automation in Manufacturing
In today’s rapidly evolving manufacturing landscape, the pressure to streamline operations, reduce costs, and enhance productivity has never been greater for small to midsize enterprises (SMEs). The. While much attention has been given to automating the shop floor, a
... Continued5 Growth Strategies for Manufacturers
Navigating the intricate web of modern manufacturing can feel like participating in an elaborate puzzle—complex, with lots of moving parts and a grand strategy that need to fit into a complete picture of the business. For midsize manufacturers, finding growth
... ContinuedBuilding Supply Chain Resilience: Five Expert Tips to Celebrate National Supply Chain Day!
It seems like there is a national day for everything; for example, did you know that April 29 is National Supply Chain Day? Compared to some adjacent celebrations, such as Hurray for Buttons Day (May 9) and National Lumpy Rug
... ContinuedNPE 2024: Top Plastics Manufacturing Trends to Track
Here at DELMIAWorks, we’re all looking forward to NPE 2024. It’s been six years since the industry came together at this scale. Everyone from machine makers to producers of axillary equipment and robotics to material suppliers and even software
... ContinuedOvercoming the Barriers of Departmental Data Silos
Pittsfield Plastics Engineering, LLC, an ISO 9001:2015 certified company, has established itself as a pioneer in the plastics manufacturing industry, specializing in a wide array of products, from modest tape and wire spools to custom items, such as recreational products
... Continued10 Steps To An Effective Manufacturing Operations Management Strategy
Overcoming the challenges of making company-wide manufacturing operations more customer-driven requires a clear definition of success. Accurate, real-time production visibility improves product quality, order accuracy, and customer satisfaction while driving down manufacturing costs at the plant level. Keeping manufacturing operations
... ContinuedWhat is a Warehouse Management System (WMS)? Benefits and Examples
Today’s manufacturers face unique challenges. Online e-commerce sales are booming, but finding qualified warehouse staff can be difficult. Competition is creating pressure to take omnichannel orders and fulfill them faster than ever. In this fast-paced landscape, there’s one thing that
... ContinuedSix Benefits of Using a Single-System for Manufacturing
Today’s mid-size manufacturers need to work smarter and faster if they want to profitably grow their business. Increasingly, these companies are adopting a single-system approach to manufacturing software in order to streamline processes and gain a 360-degree view of their
... ContinuedDELMIAWorks 2024 Release Enhances Usability and Manufacturing Productivity
We’re excited to announce that January 19, 2024 marks the worldwide general availability of our DELMIAWorks 2024 Release. With the latest version of DELMIAWorks manufacturing ERP system, the R&D team has focused on technology and customer ideation to improve the
... ContinuedHow an ERP System can Become a Manufacturer’s Strategic Sales Tool
At DELMIAWorks, we attend a lot of manufacturing trade shows: MD&M, PACK EXPO, and FABTECH, to name a few. These events provide great opportunities to meet face-to-face with manufacturers, learn about their priorities and challenges, understand what enterprise resource planning
... Continued2024 Manufacturing Trends Focus is on Operational Efficiency
In 2024 manufacturing trends will be centered on strategies that drive operational efficiency. The high level of pandemic-era medical, home, and leisure product demand that fueled a produce-at-all-cost approach to manufacturing operations is ending. With consumption patterns returning to more
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