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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.
How OEE and Manufacturing Software Improves Efficiency
“Efficiency” is a broad term in manufacturing. It means producing or doing something while using the least time, resources, and energy. For companies like yours, that may encompass efficiency of motion, the effectiveness of training, the quality of SOPs, or inventory accuracy. But it’s when all those components are working together that operations achieve their highest efficiency....
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How to Improve Supply Chain Management in a Complex World
With unprecedented disruption, supply chain managers must review current practices to improve supply chain management in a complex world. ...
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IoT Traceability Software Eliminates Surprises in Manufacturing
Many people love surprises. On birthdays, anniversaries, or holidays, they can be fun. But in manufacturing environments, not so much. Surprises here can mean missed deliveries, damaged or spoiled materials, compromised brand reputation, and even dangerous recalls. For many years, traceability within manufacturing was plagued by the same problems encountered by any analysis. Siloed data,…
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The Ins and Outs of the End-to-End Supply Chain
With the advancement of technology and software development, an end-to-end supply chain is a reality. See how DemandCaster turns data into end-to-end insights. ...
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The People Behind the Platform: Angie Sheperd, Director of Professional Services
You might love the Plex Smart Manufacturing Platform, but do you know the people who make it possible? Talented Plexians 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 Director of Professional Services Angie Sheperd. Tell us about your role at Plex…
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5 Steps for Improving Your Product Quality
Everyone knows that poor quality can cause headaches that ripple throughout an organization, but not every manufacturer approaches (or even defines) quality the same way. Quality improvement strategies are as old as manufacturing itself, and yet achieving success in this area continues to be a challenge for many in the industry. Done right, and your quality concerns will be reduced to a minimal…
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Which Demand Planning Certifications Are Right for You?
There are many demand planning certifications. Using Demand and Supply Planning software from DemandCaster means you make the most of your training. ...
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Inventory Valuation Methods – Which One Works for You?
If you don’t know what you’ve got, you don’t know what you can make. While simple, this statement sums up the importance of inventory accounting in any business. But the value of inventory is just as significant. While accurate unit counts mean actual performance will match the production schedule, inventory valuation affects many areas within the company....
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How Demand Planning and Inventory Management Work Hand in Hand
Traditionally, demand planning and inventory management operated in different worlds. Technology and software now allow the two to work together. ...
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The Role of Quality Assurance in Manufacturing
What’s your quality management system like? It’s a simple question, but the answer can be complicated. Most manufacturers say they have a system in place, but what does that really entail? After all, some quality systems are based on manual, rudimentary processes while others leverage automated, cutting-edge innovations. Regardless of the level of sophistication, any quality management system…
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