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Plex, by Rockwell Automation, is the leader in cloud-delivered smart manufacturing solutions, empowering the world’s manufacturers to make awesome products. Our platform gives manufacturers the ability to connect, automate, track and analyze every aspect of their business to drive transformation. The Plex Smart Manufacturing Platform includes solutions for manufacturing execution (MES), ERP, quality, supply chain planning and management, Industrial IoT and analytics to connect people, systems, machines, and supply chains, enabling them to lead with precision, efficiency and agility.
The People Behind the Platform: Carly Pascaretta, Associate Customer Success Manager
You might love the Plex Smart Manufacturing Platform, but do you know those who make it possible? Talented people have been working hard behind the scenes for decades. They’re what make this company great, but few get the chance to step into the spotlight they deserve – until now. This month, say hello to Associate Customer Success Manager Carly Pascaretta. Tell us about your role at Plex....
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Your Answer for Managing Major Manufacturing Disruption
In past decades, business continuity was mainly considered to respond to the dangers of natural disasters like fires, floods, or hurricanes. The dawn of the internet brought a new focus to continuity; it broadened its definition as companies raced to protect data from cyberattacks and breaches that could shut them down and leave them without critical information....
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Which KPIs Should You Use for Supply Chain Planning?
Using demand and supply software to accurately track KPIs using real-time data helps planners manage the supply chain with confidence. ...
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How Consistent is Your Planning Process?
How consistent is your planning process? Use best-in-class planning software from Plex DemandCaster to ensure your planning process is consistent. ...
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Streamlining Production with the 2022 Business Operations Transformer Impact Award Winner
We live in an ever-changing world and sometimes business must change with it. Faced with a changing business after a recent spin-off from a larger company and a global pandemic, this company responded by implementing Plex and completely transformed their business....
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How Risk and Complexity Are Linked in Manufacturing
Not all manufacturing is the same. Some finished goods take only a few steps and a little sub-processing before they’re ready for shipment. Others may require precision cuts and tight tolerances that bring them within requirements for more precise monitoring and equipment. And yet others are deeply derivative with multiple sub-processes, subtractive or additive processes, and complex assembly....
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How Can Your Supply Chain Planning be Improved?
Supply chain planning can make or break an operation. Use best-in-class software to automate supply chain planning and improve your supply chain planning processes. ...
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A Guide to Process Automation
“Automation” means different things to different manufacturers, depending on the equipment, systems, and processes in place. But many companies only automate some of their processes, leaving others disconnected or with manual processes still in place....
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Preparing for the Future with the 2022 Industry Leader Impact Award Winner
To be a leader, you must set the bar for your industry and redefine the way that companies succeed and grow in your field. By leading within your specific industry, you can exceed expectations and break out of the box....
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Who Should be Involved in the Supply Chain Planning Process?
Supply chain planning is a team effort. Plex DemandCaster Supply Chain Planning software allows companies to use near real-time data to create agile teams. ...
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