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SkyWater buys Austin chip factory

Freight Waves

The post SkyWater buys Austin chip factory appeared first on FreightWaves. As federal budget negotiations clarify, SkyWater is positioning itself to capitalize on the anticipated funding, improve its revenue prospects and advance down its path towards long-term profitability.

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Schneider Electric’s Supply Chain Design Journey

Logistics Viewpoints

They also produce industrial automation solutions that allow factories to monitor and control production. Building automation is similar to industrial automation, except that instead of controlling a factory, the systems control a building’s entry, power consumption, and lighting. The company has a complex global supply chain.

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Voxel raises $44 million for visual AI that prevents accidents

DC Velocity

We're developing AI to support the workers performing demanding jobs day in and day out—on warehouse floors, in factories, in ports–really any industrial environment," said Vernon O'Donnell, CEO of Voxel.

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MES vs MOM: Understanding the Key Differences

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MES vs MOM The term MES (Manufacturing Execution System) was first used by analysts in the 1990s to describe a category of software that defined a system that tracks and monitors the production of manufactured goods on a factory floor. Using these two terms gets some people confused. What is an MES?

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How to Prepare Your Supply Chain for Future Shortages

Manufacturers that don’t have a direct relationship with chip factories, such as those producing automobiles, heavy industrial equipment, medical diagnostics equipment, and electronics, are greatly affected. There has been an increased need for electronic components in every industry.

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Simplifying Data Management: How to Turn Raw Data into a Competitive Advantage

WorkWave

A data warehouse, like Wavelytics’ Data Factory, works to connect to your existing systems and bring all of your data together under one roof, creating a single source of truth that provides your business with a significant edge over competitors still struggling with fragmented information.

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How Bosch, JD.com, and Ford Are Using 5G to Transform Supply Chains

Logistics Viewpoints

Bosch uses 5G to connect production equipment in its smart factories, allowing for real-time data streaming and analysis. 5G is already delivering benefits in pilot deployments across ports, warehouses, and smart factories. Companies using 5G can expect faster decisions, lower emissions, and enhanced resilience.

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How a Fortune 500 Company Transformed its Supply Chain Using a Digital Twin-Enabled Control Tower

This Fortune 500 manufacturer had limited visibility outside the four walls of its factories due to labor shortages, supplier facility shutdowns, and transportation delays.