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.
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.
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.
Harness your potential with supply chain planning and optimisation
May 29, 2014
SCP&O technology provides its greatest value during those critical phases of business development where predictive capabilities make the most difference... a Quintiq white paper.
EEF partners with Design Council to provide practical design-led support for manufacturers
May 28, 2014
EEF has formed a partnership with the Design Council to provide practical, hands-on design-led support for manufacturing companies that will expose them to design's power to leverage more effective, efficient and profitable businesses.
Rhenus Logistics unveils 'real-time' Road Tariff Calculator
May 28, 2014
Freight forwarder Rhenus UK has introduced a Road Tariff Calculator, which is set to transform the way businesses receive quotations, as well as ensuring they have access to up-to-date prices and market information.
Driving growth and profits in five easy steps
May 22, 2014
An integrated supply chain unites all channel partners, coordinates their actions, and seamlessly orchestrates the flow of information, goods and services....a Quintiq white paper.
InfinityQS recognised as Manufacturing Supply Chain Leader in 2014 Supply & Demand Chain Executive 100
May 22, 2014
InfinityQS International, Inc., an authority on real-time quality and Manufacturing Intelligence, was named to the 2014 Supply & Demand Chain Executive (SDCE) 100, an annual list of "100 Great Supply Chain Projects."
SME concern about business risk rises for first time in 12 months
May 22, 2014
The Zurich SME Risk Index*, which measures the perceived level of business risk faced by British small and medium businesses, has risen for the first time in 12 months – from 41.68 in the fourth quarter of 2013 to 43.19 in Q1 2014*, indicating that businesses are seeing more risk than at any time since the first quarter of 2013.
The 2014 Microlise Annual Transport Conference goes from strength to strength
May 21, 2014
Microlise held its Annual Transport Conference at the Ricoh Arena on the 14th of May 2014. Over 600 delegates heard from a number of governing bodies and leading industry figures about how they are bringing best practice to transport and logistics operations.
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.
