Fleetmatics Group Plc, the global provider of fleet management solutions for commercial fleet vehicles delivered as software-as-a-service (SaaS), has won a Silver Stevie Award in the "Best Use of Technology in Customer Service - Computer Software" category.
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.
Ekoltech improves efficiency with predictive simulation platform from Lanner
Feb 27, 2014
Lanner, the provider of simulation software proven to maximise performance and optimise resources, has announced that Ekoltech, a manufacturer of furniture for IKEA, has optimised the design of its production facilities using WITNESS, Lanner's predictive simulation platform.
Look-up vehicle registration with Chevin's FleetWave
Feb 27, 2014
Vehicle registration look-up is now available for Chevin's FleetWave fleet management software.
Carval's integrated HR and Payroll solutions support AAF International
Feb 27, 2014
AAF International, manufacturer and marketer of commercial air filtration products, has successfully deployed Carval Computing's complete HR Unity portfolio of integrated Payroll, HR, Self-Service and Time and Attendance software solutions.
Achieving Supply Chain Excellence: Your Journey Forward
Feb 20, 2014
...a white paper from Demand Solutions.
Nobody disputes the value of an efficient, collaborative, carefully planned supply chain. When your company reaches its supply chain potential, you can...
Motor-driven water pumps producer, Dab Group, completes global deployment of Infor 10x
Feb 20, 2014
Infor has announced that Dab Group, a global leader annually producing 3 million motor-driven water pumps, has completed a global deployment of Infor 10x in addition to Infor LN, Infor ION and Infor Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) across 15 sites in 11 countries.
Safety stock in the supply chain
Feb 20, 2014
By Timothy Welch, Managing Director, Demand Solutions (Europe) Ltd.
You can greatly increase your chances of consistently meeting your customer service levels and having your product available when and where it is needed by holding safety stock, but many factors can get in the way, such as inaccurate forecasting, transportation delays and inclement weather.
Amethyst Systems 'provides the UK's most advanced cold storage facility with a new warehouse solution'
Feb 18, 2014
Bristol-based bespoke software developer, Amethyst Systems, has secured another major contract and has provided the UK's most advanced cold storage facility with a new warehouse solution, which is already enabling the movement of a record number of pallets.
British manufacturers adopting range of strategies to take advantage of escalating demand in emerging markets
Feb 13, 2014
Britain's manufacturers are adopting a wide range of strategies to take advantage of escalating demand in emerging markets, on the back of new analysis showing the potential rewards on offer – according to a new report from EEF/Barclays.
Microlise's DriveTab in-cab driver communications tablet launched
Feb 13, 2014
Microlise has introduced SmartPOD, a downloadable application for Android smartphone devices that enables the cost effective use of e-POD within both sub-contract fleets and own fleet operations alike.
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.
