According to new research, only one in four companies (25%) in EMEA meet the definition of a ‘Transformer’ – a company that describes its use of IT infrastructure to drive “innovation excellence.” The success of Transformer companies is supported by a number of metrics.
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.
Eurac achieves real-time benefits with Logi Analytics
Mar 20, 2014
Eurac is a leading international brake disc manufacturer, and has specialised in the casting, machining and distribution of brake discs to the automotive industry for over 50 years.
How to tell if you need a new ERP system
Mar 20, 2014
We're being told in the press on a daily basis how the UK economy is growing. How companies have scaled up output in response to stronger inflows of new orders. And, that there is strong demand from the domestic market with rising levels of new business coming from overseas. According to EEF, The Manufacturers Organisation, the forecast for UK manufacturing output growth this year is 2.7%, the fastest rate of expansion in four years.
Oliver Wight, AIMMS and Districon partner to offer complete supply chain solution
Mar 20, 2014
Supply chain optimisation specialist organisation Oliver Wight has teamed up for the first time with optimisation technology and prescriptive modelling specialist AIMMS and logistics solutions consultancy Districon to deliver a state-of-the-art supply chain optimisation offering.
University of Huddersfield professor considers the risks to the modern supply chain
Mar 13, 2014
A new University of Huddersfield professor is working with leading companies to help them ensure that supply chains remain intact in a world beset by risks that range from extremes of climate to economic upheaval and political unrest.
BEC (Systems Integration) celebrates 20th Birthday
Mar 13, 2014
Blackburn-based BEC (Systems Integration) Ltd., the UK-based supplier of data capture solutions for supply chain logistics and manufacturing, is celebrating 20 years of business success this Spring.
Port of Tyne predicts £70,000 saving after upgrading its Warehouse Management System
Mar 06, 2014
Managers at the Port of Tyne – one of the UK's oldest deep sea ports – has seen a significant reduction in stock processing times, after installing the latest version of OpenWMS, a warehouse management system from Advanced Business Solutions (Advanced).
Crown Paints selects Infor Demand Planning to help improve the agility of its supply chain
Mar 06, 2014
Infor has announced that paint manufacturer Crown Paints has selected Infor Demand Planning to help improve the agility of its supply chain, lower inventory and enhance responsiveness to customer demands.
The Telematics for Fleet Management Europe 2014 conference is nearly here
Mar 06, 2014
The Telematics for Fleet Management Europe 2014 conference is nearly here. We’re only 1 week away and I wanted to send you a quick update just in case you hadn't had a chance to check out the event.
5 processes to remember when exporting
Mar 05, 2014
By Ken Peters, Director of Global Solutions at Integration Point.
There are various measures to assess when exporting products internationally.In order to avoid fines, removal of export privileges or jail time, remember to perform the following five export processes to proactively ensure your goods are efficiently moving through your supply chain.
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.
