Manufacturing Systems and Automation

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) upholds Manufacturing Systems and Automation by smoothly integrating core functionalities. ERP optimizes production processes, inventory management, and supply chain operations. It provides real-time visibility into manufacturing workflows, facilitating informed decision-making. Through automation, ERP streamlines production scheduling, reduces lead times, and enhances resource utilization. With modules dedicated to quality control and compliance, ERP ensures adherence to industry standards. The integration of ERP with Manufacturing Systems enables data-driven insights, supporting predictive maintenance and minimizing downtime. By unifying manufacturing data, ERP fosters collaboration between departments, suppliers, and partners. This synergy helps organizations to achieve operational excellence, improve production efficiency, and respond adeptly to market demands, creating a robust foundation for success in the manufacturing industry.

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Why small and mid-size manufacturers need collaboration

Compared to large organizations, most small to mid-size manufacturers have very limited resources which can impact the business. Collaborating with customers, suppliers, software developers, product designers and other industry related businesses enable smaller manufacturers to co-create their business manufacturing processes and the products that result from them.

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Manufacturing Systems and Automation

Aptean acquires Principal Logistics Technologies for supply chain boost

Aptean has announced the acquisition of Principal Logistics Technologies (PLT), adding new capabilities to its warehouse management offerings

Enterprise Architecture

What’s the True Cost of a Critical Business System Outage?

The article emphasizes the critical importance of managing risks associated with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems to prevent disruptions, detailing a three-step approach for proactive system management that encourages manufacturers to move beyond mere maintenance towards strategic IT investments for enhanced resilience and alignment with business goals.

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Manufacturing Systems and Automation

How can users come up for air in a permacrisis?

Manufacturers and supply chains are feeling the permacrisis pressure. EY’s global consulting head of SAP, Dr. Tom Janoshalmi, shares how users can resurface from the slump.

Manufacturing Systems and Automation

Webinar: Future-Proof Your Business: The Evolution of Enterprise Systems

Join us for this session where IFS industry experts Andrew Burton and Maggie Slowik will discuss developments which will influence and transform the future of ERP

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Manufacturing Systems and Automation

The secret to the ideal manufacturing solution? Pick one who is more than just a service provider

Manufacturing solutions are a dime-a-dozen, so how can anyone determine the right one for a business? Dusty Alexander, CEO and president, Global Shop Solutions, informed ERP Today of the elements that firms need to pay attention to when looking for the ideal manufacturing solution.

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Manufacturing Systems and Automation

Simplifying and modernizing manufacturing with ERP tools and technologies

By embracing virtually limitless customization with tailored ERP, centralized integration and manufacturing automation, companies can set themselves on a path of continuous innovation, competitiveness and security.

Manufacturing Systems and Automation

Case Study: TaylorMade drives home operational gains with Angles for Oracle

In this case study from insightsoftware, you can learn how TaylorMade, a leading manufacturer of gold equipment, was able to save time and money establishing a data warehouse, provide real-time self-service access to application data, and quickly extend business views to fit their needs.

Manufacturing Systems and Automation

Case study: Tranos and Global Shop Solutions

Read the story of how Global Shop Solutions helped Tranos bring organization and order to the company's data tracking processes, providing quick access to real-time shop floor data and reducing production and quality costs.

Manufacturing Systems and Automation

Ten things great manufacturers won’t do

This briefing by Global Shop Management lists the ten things the best manufacturers try not to do and how their business has succeeded amid the challenges in keeping a modernized ERP.

Application Development and Integration

Global Shop Solutions info pack

Since 1976, Global Shop Solutions ERP software has been trusted by manufacturers around the world to keep them competitive and growing, regardless of the economic climate. Learn more about Global Shop Solutions and their solid experience to the right solution to transform your business.

Automation

Transforming the Aftermarket Supply Chain

Read the solution brief to learn how to enhance, optimize and streamline supply chains, meet your organization's KPIs with zero-latency solutions, and gain a competitive advantage in the aftermarket space.

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Manufacturing Systems and Automation

Smart factory success rests in the Cloud (ERP)

Smart factories represent the next frontier in operational performance, combining human ingenuity, advanced technologies and data-driven insights. With data at the core, smart factories empower manufacturers to navigate the digital landscape and thrive in an increasingly competitive market.

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Cloud Platform and Technology

Advantages of on-premise ERP for manufacturers

Read more about the benefits that keep large numbers of manufacturers using the On-Premise ERP platform.

Navigating Manufacturing Costs: The Strategic Role of CloudPaths and NetSuite

Manufacturing Systems and Automation

Case study: Global Shop Solutions and Zephyr Products, Inc.

Read about how Zephyr Products leveraged Global Shop Solutions expertise to improve Zephyr’s competitive standing.

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Manufacturing Systems and Automation

Is IFS a good choice for Aerospace & Defence companies?

IFS Cloud ERP is a specialized solution designed for the aerospace and defence industries, offering tailored functionalities such as project management, supply chain optimization, and compliance management, making it a strong contender for companies in these highly regulated sectors.