by Don Lindsey and Khoa To In today’s fast-paced industrial landscape, manufacturing is undergoing significant transformation driven by changing market demands and cutting-edge technology such as AI, robotics, IoT, quantum computing, and global internet connectivity. Many companies already use some technologies, while others plan to integrate them to become more efficient, resilient, and responsive to […]
by Olena Stepovyk Accurate cost rollups are essential for any manufacturer to maintain financial health and competitive pricing. Yet, achieving precision in cost rollups is often fraught with challenges that can undermine the effectiveness of your cost management strategy. Understanding these challenges is crucial if you want to optimize your cost rollup processes and ensure […]
by Don Lindsey Those of us who manage production and supply chain processes spend a lot of ERP system time thinking about numbers, items, run time, capacity, and schedules. However, understanding and managing costs is essential when communicating with other managers and supervisors, specifically financial and senior management. We must translate operating processes into a […]
Don Lindsey from 32 Soft and Khoa To from Systemize Partners delivered an enlightening presentation at the MWUG Spring Conference and again in an online webinar highlighting the transformative potential of Factory Physics in manufacturing. Both presentations shed light on how Factory Physics principles can drive innovation, enhance profitability, and support sustainability goals while improving […]
If you didn’t see Don Lindsey’s presentation during the West Coast User Group’s Spring webinar series, you can watch the replay below. In the webinar, Don shows you how to unlock MRP’s full capabilities to streamline your supply chain, improve efficiency, and drive greater profitability. Whether you’re a seasoned MRP user or are just now […]
by Alex Kim Optimizing your manufacturing processes is imperative to maintain a competitive edge. There are many ways to achieve this, but the Factory Physics approach stands out for its holistic and scientific perspective. At its core, Factory Physics views manufacturing systems as interconnected networks of resources, processes, and flows and provides a structured methodology […]
Your procurement processes must be efficient for your company to be competitive and healthy. However, many organizations struggle with bottlenecks in their requisition systems that hold them back from growth and optimal success. How Procurement Bottlenecks Hurt Having bottlenecks in your procurement process will increase costs. You could miss opportunities for cost savings and discounts […]
Watch Eric Kimberling’s discussion on one of the biggest questions asked in any software implementation—should you implement the standard, vanilla software or customize it to fit your organization’s needs? Which is the best path for you and your company? What are you trying to accomplish as an organization? Are you creating a competitive advantage or […]
by Alex Kim At the Midwest User Group Fall 2023 conference, QAD announced the release of QAD ERP O3. They will introduce O3 to select customers beginning in June 2024, with a general release in early 2025. QAD promises that, with ERP O³, “upgrades will become far easier, allowing you to stay current with the […]
