October 24, 2014

MANUFACTURING

Improving R&D Through Remote Visualization

4 min read

Authors: Randal Kenworthy and Doug Wycoff Innovation in manufacturing comes from many sources.   One of the core and traditional sources is the research and development (R&D) function within a manufacturing organization.   However, the requirements and traditional processes within those functions are changing. Manufacturers are beginning to see an increase in the amount of collaborative R&D […]

October 17, 2014

MANUFACTURING

Join Cisco at Automation Fair 2014

1 min read

As the seasons change and it turns to autumn, it’s almost that time of year to make plans to attend  Automation Fair.  As always, this event is a ‘can’t miss’ conference for all of you who are in controls, operations or IT for industrial companies.  This year, Automation Fair will be held in the West […]

October 16, 2014

MANUFACTURING

Solving Manufacturing Complexities through Data Analytics

3 min read

Data analytics has been an integral part of manufacturing management for most of its history. However, analytics has undergone both evolutionary and revolutionary changes over the decades with the advent of information technology and digital data gathering and analysis. Part One of this series takes a look at the evolution behind data analytics and new […]

September 29, 2014

MANUFACTURING

Plant Floor Virtualization: A Transformative Technology

3 min read

What is the current state of your plant’s floor? You might be using a mix of PCs and plant floor equipment (human-machine interface, or HMI) from a variety of manufacturers, installed over many years. Your PCs might even include software from numerous developers, created on different operating systems, and using different versions. Put simply, the […]

September 23, 2014

MANUFACTURING

Luxury Appliance Manufacturer Leverages IoE

1 min read

Earlier this summer, I found myself in Madison, Wisconsin at the headquarters of one of our customers, Sub-Zero.  Sub-Zero is the leading brand of built-in refrigeration and in 2000, acquired the Wolf line of cooking appliances.    Both are the dream brands for anyone undertaking a kitchen remodel or dreaming of one (including my wife!).  The […]

September 18, 2014

MANUFACTURING

Manufacturers Are Following the Crowd to ‘Drive’ Innovation

2 min read

The appetite for the latest new products and services is growing exponentially driven by the 24 hour, on demand, social media driven, next day delivery expecting,  ‘selfie’ posing with the new shiny object, hyper informed consumer.  Satisfying the demand for this fast-paced consumer cycle requires manufacturers to move rapidly to stay ahead of competitors and […]

August 15, 2014

MANUFACTURING

Wasted Time is a Manufacturing Killer

3 min read

Authors: Pat Mitchell and Dan Hirsh What if you could keep track of manufacturing processes without having to hunt for work in progress (WIP), retrieve carts or pallets or search for a special tool or fixture? Wandering the warehouse in search of these things is a waste of time and resources, and costs money without […]

August 6, 2014

MANUFACTURING

Manufacturing, IoT and Innovation – What’s the Missing LInk?

2 min read

My colleague Chet Namboodri recently discussed, “The Internet of Things and the Future of Manufacturing” with Manufacturing Revival Radio.  In the interview, Chet discussed how best in class manufacturers like GM and Stanley Black and Decker are driving innovation and capturing real business value across their value chain by developing and executing an IoT strategy. […]

August 4, 2014

MANUFACTURING

Breakaway Business Outcomes across the Manufacturing Value Chain

1 min read

My colleague Kevin Davenport was quoted in a recent AutomationWorld article “Connecting Expertise along Supply Chain,” highlighting a number of use case scenarios where mobile advisor and remote expert solutions for manufacturing can and have enhanced business performance and outcomes across the supply chain. These improvements include: Greater field service effectiveness and reduce warranty costs—by […]