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What is a production planning system (PPS)?
In industry, the requirements for digital planning tools have been growing for years. This is because constantly increasing product ranges and new manufacturing processes are…
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Capex versus Opex: why the move to the cloud pays off
The IT infrastructure in the manufacturing industry is currently undergoing a global transformation. The talk is of the Capex to Opex shift through cloud computing,…
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Sustainability as an opportunity for industry and production companies
The topic of sustainability and environmental protection is moving into the focus of society. This topic is important in the private sector, but also in…
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Machine data collection and shop floor data collection in comparison
Machine data collection is used to ensure that progress towards complete digitalization is successful. Machines that are networked with each other record, store and evaluate…
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Everything you need to know about maintenance – definition, tasks & finding the right strategy
The technical development of the past decades has been rapid; specialized plants have become more and more complex and powerful and are now the backbone…
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What does predictive analytics mean?
It uses data from the past to predict future developments. A mathematical model is developed that contains the most important trends. Predictive analytics are used…
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What does Distributed Numerical Control (DNC) mean?
In the age of Industry 4.0, where everything is networked, a platform is needed that manages and controls the manufacturing data, information, and processes…
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Energy management – energy efficiency with a system
Energy management and energy management systems are gaining importance in the globalizing age, especially given climate protection. The associated climate change requires working as efficiently as possible in the…
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CIP and Kaizen – continuously improving the process
CIP methods are used to ensure competitiveness and establish a continuous improvement process in the company. This article will show more details about CIP and Kaizen and look at essential…
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Why Shopfloor Management is necessary and important – definition & elements
Shopfloor Management Definition The shopfloor, “workshop”, or “factory floor” is the place where value is created. Shop floor management therefore describes the…
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Internet of Things
The Internet of Things (IoT) refers to a network of physical devices or machines that are networked together to exchange data. These everyday objects include smartphones, smartwatches, cars, refrigerators,…
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Highly diverse machine facilities connected simply and digitally – Episode 6: Traceability
In the move towards smart factories, SAP’s Industry 4.0 strategy comprises four key topic areas: Intelligent assets, Intelligent factories, Empowered people and Intelligent products. FORCAM also believes in the…
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