Plex CTO Jerry Foster discusses how manufacturers are actively exploring viable use cases for wearables and augmented reality/virtual reality technology on the shop floor.
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December 20, 2017
November 29, 2017
Plex’s annual State of Manufacturing Technology report reveals that the 4th Industrial Revolution is well underway, supported by cloud technology.
October 18, 2017
Like the first industrial revolution, the next generation of manufacturing will yield exponential increases in quality, efficiency, and innovation. And according to Plex’s Chief Technology Officer, “Cloud technology is at the core of the next industrial revolution.”
October 11, 2017
Making pickles and peppers for global fast food restaurants and chains is challenging. See how the Hausbeck Pickle Company combines family values, hard work and cloud technology to provide for big name customers like Subway, Burger King, Sonic, Domino’s Pizza and Papa John’s.
October 10, 2017
Writer Crystal Lindell provides an in-depth look at Sanders’ factory and operations, highlighting the double-digit growth that the company has experienced every year for the last decade. The article highlights Sanders’ investment in modernizing its ERP software and the impact Plex has had on the company.
September 30, 2017
Industry Analyst Vinnie Mirchandani provides insight on the Industrial Revolution, why manufacturers are embracing it and stating it’s far more mainstream than many would think. “Every day, new devices and equipment, both those designed specifically for manufacturing and those conceived for other industries or even consumer markets, are providing new opportunities for innovation and connection.”
September 5, 2017
Patching together legacy systems is no longer an option for today’s leading manufacturers, who are evolving to lighter, more responsive cloud ERP systems.
August 1, 2017
G&W Products, a custom metal fabricator, replaced its legacy technology four years ago. Since the shift, the company has been able to gain access to meaningful company analytics using Plex, helping the organization and its leadership make better business decisions.
July 28, 2017
Peter Pearce of Baker Tilly sees huge opportunities in next-gen manufacturing, aka Industry 4.0. See why he thinks manufacturers must embrace IoT and cloud technology to succeed in the competitive market.
July 27, 2017
The ERP landscape is changing, with recent activity noting a trend toward industry consolidation. The most recent announcement validates cloud-based solutions are the way forward for business software, says Plex.