Topic: Industry 4.0

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Guest Post: Industry 4.0 – How Far Is It From Here to There?

In manufacturing circles we see a number of different perspectives on Industry 4.0. Why? Because different organizations and managers see different levels of risk, value and return in it. Because we don't have to use new technologies and capabilities simply because they're available. And maybe because, although we've described a better manufacturing future, we've glossed over how to get there. What's the path to Industry 4.0?
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Digital Transformation, IIoT and Making the Move to Predictive Maintenance (Video)

For manufacturers, the capabilities offered by the 4th Industrial Revolution, particularly the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), automation and connected machines, are enabling greater operational efficiency, higher product quality and improved maintenance processes – and are driving changes to long-established business models.
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Expert Q&A: Manufacturing Execution Systems

A manufacturing execution system (MES) offers different things to different manufacturers – and different things to manufacturers in different industries. To reduce the confusion, and to provide insight into the value of MES solutions in the IEM and industrial products verticals, we asked a longtime consultant to share his insight.
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Ultra Insight: 4 Questions about Manufacturing Execution Systems

What exactly is a Manufacturing Execution System? What are its core functions? How do MES and ERP systems work together? What are the primary benefits of an MES? Get the answers to these four questions now.
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Nine Resources in One Place: Industrial Manufacturing ERP

Industrial manufacturers face complex business challenges. And in many cases, the solution is to upgrade your ERP and become more efficient. But what is the best solution for your organization? We've compiled these resources to help you make the right choice.
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Year in Review: Our 5 Best Conversations of 2020

One of the many things that made 2020 difficult was the near impossibility of spontaneous, “watercooler” conversations about our projects, ERP technologies, industries and the business environment.
Optimizing with ERP

The value of our technology selection services lies in our independence. Our objective, balanced approach will help you find the right solution – one that fits the unique needs of your industry, organization and people.

Industry 4.0 offers industrial equipment manufacturers new and better ways to interact with buyers – who expect highly customized and configured products. Beyond customer expectations, it’s critically important for revenue, demand, production and supply chain planning to have integrated configure/price/quote capabilities.

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Manufacturers guide to business process improvement guide

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