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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.
Sales and Operations Execution for the Short Term
Sales and operations planning usually looks ahead at least three months, so short term execution can often be a problem. Find out more here. ...
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How do you choose your aggregation levels?
Traditionally you could choose top-down or bottom-up, but that is not necessarily the case anymore. Find out how to choose your aggregation levels here. ...
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Calculating Safety Stock: Simpler Might Not be Better
Safety stock is the extra stock you maintain to mitigate the risk of running out of raw materials. Find out how to calculate your safety stock here. ...
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Forecast vs. Demand Plan - do you know the difference?
Do you know the difference between a forecast vs. demand plan? We provide a definition for both and explain key differences here. ...
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Nine Factors That Influence Inventory Planning and Optimization
Inventory planning is hard to do. As supply chain complexity continues to expand, more and more factors are influencing planning and optimization. ...
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S&OP vs. SIOP: What’s the Difference?
There are small differences between sales and operation planning (S&OP) and sales, inventory and operations (SIOP). Find out what they are in this article. ...
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Seven Advantages of Integrated Demand and Supply Planning
Teamwork, practice, and a clear strategy are essential for integrated demand and supply planning. Find seven advantages of developing an integrated strategy here. ...
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What makes a great demand planner?
What characteristics does a great demand planner have? Most importantly, they can solve complex problems. Being creative and objective is a vital part of their job! ...
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Computational thinking in today’s industry
Learn more about computational thinking in today's industry. This article includes useful information for manufacturers and a definition from Industry Week. ...
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Do You Know the True Cost of Your Supply Chain?
Many product companies are beginning to see aspects of their supply chain increasing in complexity. Do you know the true cost of your supply chain? ...
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