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ERP for mixed-mode manufacturing

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In past blogs, we have discussed different types of manufacturing – discrete and process. Discrete manufacturing makes distinct ‘things’, process manufacturing makes ‘stuff’ (for example, fertilizer). Mixed-mode manufacturing challenges. Manufacturing planning and scheduling.

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Can ERP minimize the risks of outsourced manufacturing?

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In the last two years it became even clearer that today’s manufacturer must understand the need to be agile, flexible and responsive, and that requires a software solution that gives them leverage to use whatever production methods are appropriate, including the partial or complete outsourcing of manufacturing.

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How the pandemic has changed the supply chain

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JIT(Just-In-Time) deliveries and lean manufacturing (reducing times in production and in supplier response) were the goals of many manufacturers. JIT(Just-In-Time) deliveries and lean manufacturing (reducing times in production and in supplier response) were the goals of many manufacturers. US-China trade war 2018.

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Will Robots Take All the Supply Chain Jobs?

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Even within the scope of the term robot, there are many types: • Robots of all sorts used in manufacturing. Even within the scope of the term robot, there are many types: • Robots of all sorts used in manufacturing. Alas, it appears the factory was shuttered more than a decade ago.

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MIT’s Sheffi on Supply Chain Sustainability

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Now, a new book on sustainability, titled “ Balancing Green ,” and I will say though I didn’t agree with everything inside, it is a comprehensive and insightful look into what is actually a very complex and multi-layered subject. What do you say? Click here to send us your comments.