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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 3 PowerPlex Sessions You Just Can’t Miss
It’s spring. The birds are chirping, the flowers are blooming, and the premier event for unstoppable manufacturers is about to hit a screen in your home office. PowerPlex is back, which means it’s the time to dive into the latest industry insights, peek into the minds of experts, and uncover the future of manufacturing. But with over 90 sessions, how will you choose which to attend?...
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Taking Stock – How World Events are Continuing to Shape Supply Chain Strategy
This article looks at how recent global events have affected supply chain planning, with an in-depth examination of the bullwhip effect. ...
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How Supply Chain Planning Impacts Business Agility
As disruptions impact companies worldwide, business innovation has taken on a new urgency, Find out how supply chain planning is impacting business agility. ...
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Unlocking Hidden Value: The Worth of Supply Chain Planning
Today's global commerce is driven by massive supply chains. This article explains the value of planning and it's role in unlocking hidden value in your supply chain. ...
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2021 State of Supply Chain Planning
As 2021 begins to take shape, leaders are looking for guidance on what to expect next. This article covers the current state of supply chain planning. ...
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Supply Chain Affects Everyone — Outlining KPIs and Metrics for Leaders and Decision-Makers
Decisions made by managers and business leaders defines the success of any enterprise. Learn how to outline KPIs and metrics for the supply chain. ...
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The Delicate Balance of Safety Stock vs. Safety Time
With disruption such as COVID-19 rapidly shifting consumer tastes, market volatility, and human error, the threat of both overstock and stockouts is always present. On the one hand, companies strive to have enough stock available to manage their order position and fulfill service level agreements. On the other, excess inventory can drive up costs and restrict cash flow. So what part does safety…
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Low Forecast Inventory Accuracy and the Impact on Inventory
Find out more about people's attitudes towards forecast inventory accuracy and what impact this can have on inventory management. ...
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How to Speed Up Your Recall Response—and Transform Your Entire Business
Can your food and beverage manufacturing company run a mock recall in 20 minutes or less? If you said no, you’re far from alone. In a recent online poll conducted by Plex during a webinar, 38 percent of respondents said “no” to this question. All other respondents said “not sure.” Not one webinar participant said “yes.”...
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6 Best MRP Practices For Manufacturers
Manufacturers utilizing MRP to plan material requirements can ensure data integrity and accuracy using these six best practices. ...
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