Thursday, February 22, 2024

Exploring the Industrial Metaverse: Shaping the Future of Work

 Exploring the Industrial Metaverse: Shaping the Future of Work

By: John Jackiw, Dassault Systemes

In recent times, the concept of the "Metaverse" has sparked the curiosity and excitement of technology aficionados and visionaries. Originating from the realms of science fiction and propelled into the spotlight by the technological sector, the Metaverse embodies a virtual, interconnected cosmos where individuals have the opportunity to engage in work, leisure, and social interactions. Although the Metaverse is frequently linked with the realms of entertainment and gaming, a groundbreaking horizon is on the rise—the Industrial Metaverse. Through this blog post, we will explore the essence of the Industrial Metaverse and examine its potential to revolutionize the landscape of work.

Tuesday, February 20, 2024

The Case for Investing in Manufacturing Analytics

The Case for Investing in Manufacturing Analytics

By: Larry White, Profitability Analytics Center of Excellence

The Manufacturing Enterprise Solutions Association (MESA.org) in collaboration with LNS Research, has recently unveiled the findings of their eagerly anticipated biannual survey, "Analytics That Matter." This comprehensive study sheds light on the tangible benefits that industry pioneers have reaped from their strategic investments in analytics capabilities. For organizations on the fence about amplifying their investment in manufacturing analytics, this piece sheds light on the significant benefits and success stories that could sway your decision.

Thursday, February 15, 2024

2024: The Year Manufacturing Tech Matures

 2024: The Year Manufacturing Tech Matures

By Bill Rokos, Parsec


Digital transformation has been on business leaders’ minds for years now. Across  industries and sectors, organizations have invested trillions of dollars in digital tools to  streamline business functions, drive productivity and develop a deeper understanding of  their performance. And, in the past few years, manufacturers have finally been able to get  in on the process.    

Manufacturing’s lagging adoption is not the fault of its leaders. The first wave of enterprise  digitalization solutions focused squarely on software and solutions designed to streamline  offices and enterprise operations. Information technology (IT), not operations technology  (OT), ruled the day. Now, advancements in industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) devices have  turned digitalized manufacturing from an idealistic future into a realistic, achievable  present.

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

The Future of Manufacturing Isn’t What You Think

 The Future of Manufacturing Isn’t What You Think

By Eddy Azad, Parsec


The events of the past several years have uncovered vulnerabilities affecting manufacturing operations and their inconsistent supply chains. Manufacturing was severely impacted by inherent production inefficiencies, shortage of labor and unreliable availability of raw goods needed to produce enough product to meet demand. The fallout of these events is still being felt today; product recalls are at a 10-year high, and supply chain issues still abound.

In our digitally connected world, on-demand ordering has become the expected norm. When it comes to manufacturing, this is a non-trivial expectation. While undoubtedly presenting opportunities for profit and record-setting growth potential, this expectation has also acted as a stress test for many operations. As we have seen, a breakdown of already stretched supply chains—be it upstream with suppliers, at the factory level or downstream with distribution partners—can result in global marketplaces underperforming. Supply falls, demand is unfulfilled, and we are left grappling with macro challenges like inflation, critical material shortages and more.

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

Developing a Phased Integration Approach - Part 5

Developing a Phased Integration Approach

By Harneet Gill, MESA Marketing Committee Chair, Rockwell Automation

The integration of SCADA, ERP, MES, QMS, and IIoT into a seamless operational framework is a key step toward realizing the full potential of Industry 4.0. For manufacturers embarking on this integration journey, a step-by-step strategy is crucial to ensure a smooth transition to full-scale automation.