Manufacturing is poised to play a critical role in shaping the economy for the next decade and beyond. The opportunities are endless if the advanced manufacturing industry can strengthen its innovation vision and embrace the reality of end-market disruption, but there are some challenges too. When you talk about the specific challenges for small and […]
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Over the last several years of deploying AI into manufacturing, we have realized that the time value of our manufacturing engineers is quite high. Any time they spend transferring their knowledge to AI teams is frowned upon by them and seen as being unproductive. On the other hand, any time savings for them is seen […]
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A new report on Operational Technology (OT) equipment flaws from automated cybersecurity software company Forescout outlines the alarming state of OT security. The report titled OT:ICEFALL was crafted by researchers at the company’s Vedere lab. It breaks down 56 vulnerabilities affecting 26 devices from 10 vendors in OT. The findings sound an already blaring alarm […]
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Businesses today are tasked with a lot more than just increasing profitability. Consumers are gradually becoming more aware of the consequences of unsustainable practices, and they’re demanding that companies change their ways. Today, sustainable manufacturing practices are no longer just a nice-to-have; they’re a business necessity. Small businesses, in particular, balk at the thought of […]
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There are a few core measurements that every manufacturer uses to manage their operation. Measurements like efficiency, productivity, capacity, labor, and equipment utilization are almost universally measured to benchmark performance and assess the effectiveness of processes. Quality is an equally critical metric that must be a part of an overall assessment of business health. Because […]
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As manufacturers embrace digital technology and control, consumers are doing the same. Whether that consumer is the product user or the wholesaler, digital technology and IoT have changed the expectations they put onto the manufacturer. Customers expect products to be simple and easy to order, as well as fast to deliver. Expectations are higher than […]
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IT HAS BECOME CLEAR THAT ALL BUSINESSES, TO VARYING DEGREES of urgency, have a need for real-time insights across their critical processes, products, and people — both internal and external. Manufacturing 4.0 (M4.0), which is anchored primarily in interconnectivity, automation, machine learning (ML), big data analytics, and real-time data, provides the capabilities to deliver these […]
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The rapid adoption of cloud computing and the Internet of Things (IoT) is ushering in billions of connected devices that, left unsecured, represent a significant risk to businesses and consumers. Connected things include a variety of IoT endpoint devices across several critical infrastructure segments, including utilities, automotive, healthcare, retail, and building automation. Complex manufacturing supply […]
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Plus a look at what they’re doing to strengthen security going forward The Internet of Things (IoT) hasn’t just arrived – it’s exploding before our eyes. Every “thing” is now connected: think watches, doorbells, medical devices, vehicles, the list goes on. And all of these things are deeply ingrained in our everyday lives. So much […]
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Every industry encounters risks in managing its manufacturing environment. These risks can impact cost efficiency and undermine competitiveness. Here are some of the risks associated with legacy management solutions such as ERP and MES. 1. Budget Risks Budget is always a concern in software implementation, and this is no different for implementing an MES system. […]
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The use of augmented reality (AR) in industrial applications is growing by leaps and bounds and has become tantamount in Industry 4.0 concepts. In fact, 28 percent of those surveyed in a recent PwC study reported that they have implemented, piloted, or planned to implement AR and/or virtual reality (VR) technology. As AR becomes more […]
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The internet of things (IoT) has arrived, and so have a host of security challenges along with it. Despite the fact that complex manufacturing supply chains mean attackers have many avenues to compromise a device, security is often bolted on as a feature rather than being a critical element designed at the start of a […]
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