Accenture has announced the launch of Accenture Product Lifecycle Services (APLS), a new business service aimed at helping manufacturing clients better organise, develop and manage products and services, from idea to retirement.
Process manufacturing software, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Lot Traceability, Batch Production
Process manufacturing is concerned with the use of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), such as those used in the chemical, pharmaceutical, food & beverage, biotechnology and Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) environments. The key point to define process manufacturing is that once the raw ingredients or formulas have been used and mixed they cannot be returned back to their original individual state. In other words, once the product has been constructed the individual ingredients cannot be distilled and extracted back out again.
Optimum partners with energy services firm Proserv for Microsoft Dynamics AX training
Jun 12, 2014
The IT skills consultancy Optimum has created the user training programme for Proserv's Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 implementation, training which was rated as either excellent or good by over 90% of attendees.
HighJump Software provides the power for Muscle & Strength
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HighJump Software has announced that Muscle & Strength, one of the most popular fitness websites and online nutrition retailers in the US, has chosen HighJump Warehouse Advantage warehouse management system (WMS) in the cloud.
6 ways for complex manufacturers to outpace competition with Microsoft Dynamics ERP
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"The business world is a competitive place. It keeps you on your toes – you wouldn't want it any other way would you?" said Keith Pittaway, ERP Consultant for Syscom PLC when I interviewed him recently.
Code's new industrial grade DPM barcode reader improves inventory and component tracking for manufacturers
Jun 11, 2014
Code has released the Code Reader 6000 (CR6000), an industrial grade direct part mark (DPM) reader that enhances data collection with the latest advancements in barcode reading.
Many companies neglect inventory in their S&OP
Jun 05, 2014
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Integration Point announces Country of Origin determination product as part of Global Trade Management (GTM) solution
Jun 05, 2014
Integration Point, a provider of global trade management software, has released a product to assist with Country of Origin determinations.
Manufacturing and engineering supply chains face ten-year catch up
Jun 05, 2014
A new whitepaper has revealed that the engineering and manufacturing (E&M) industry's supply chains are lagging up to ten years behind other industries including the automotive sector, having been slower to respond to changes in global industry.
CSN goes live with Broner scheduling solution
May 29, 2014
Broner Metals Solutions has announced its newly integrated Casting and Hot Mill scheduling solutions are now live in production at Compania Siderurgica Nacional's (CSN) Volta Redonda steel making site to enable the company to achieve significant inventory reductions.
EXCHAiNGE conference will discuss future of the supply chain
May 29, 2014
For the second time, "EXCHAiNGE – the Supply Chainers' Convention", which takes place in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, on 24th – 25th June 2014, will attract industry professionals from around the world.
Process Manufacturing Software
Process manufacturing software is a type of software that is used to manage the production of products that are made through a series of chemical or physical processes. This type of software typically includes features for managing recipes, inventory, quality control, and traceability.
Some of the benefits of using process manufacturing software include:
- Increased efficiency and productivity
- Improved quality control
- Reduced costs
- Enhanced traceability
- Compliance with regulations
Manufacturing Execution Systems
A manufacturing execution system (MES) is a software system that helps in the monitoring, tracking, and controlling of the manufacturing process. It provides real-time data and insights into the production process, which can be used to improve efficiency, quality, and compliance.
MES systems typically collect data from a variety of sources, including:
- Production equipment
- Quality control systems
- Inventory management systems
- Human-machine interfaces (HMIs)
This data is then used to generate reports, alerts, and notifications that can help manufacturers make informed decisions about the production process. For example, an MES system can track the production of a specific product and identify any potential problems early on. This can help to prevent costly delays and ensure that the product meets quality standards.
MES systems can also be used to track the traceability of products. This means that manufacturers can track the history of a product from the raw materials to the finished product. This can be important for compliance with regulations, such as those governing the food and pharmaceutical industries.
