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Build vs. Buy MES | The Case for Modular MES

The manufacturing landscape is evolving, and so are the challenges manufacturers face when managing shop floor operations. Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) have long been heralded as the
MachineMetrics / Jan 09, 2025

2024 Year in Review: Driving the Future of Production...

What a year it has been! In 2024 we continued to push the boundaries of what’s possible in production monitoring and operational excellence - introducing cutting-edge capabilities, celebrating
MachineMetrics / Dec 31, 2025

Rethinking MES for Digital Transformation

Digital transformation has become a necessity for manufacturers aiming to compete in an increasingly complex and fast-paced global market. However, the journey to achieving a fully integrated,
MachineMetrics / Nov 25, 2024

Production Planning and Scheduling: Taking a Modern Approach

The modern manufacturing landscape presents a host of new challenges, including the increasing complexity of production planning and scheduling. Traditional methods, from whiteboards to spreadsheets,
MachineMetrics / Oct 02, 2024
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    Unplanned Downtime: Causes, Calculations, and Cures
    Downtime / September 22, 2022
    Downtime’ is one of the most dreaded words in manufacturing. While production downtime is part of life in a factory, managers, operators, and technicians constantly strive to reduce it and mitigate...

    How to Calculate and Improve Machine Availability
    Downtime / February 10, 2022
    Key Takeaways: Machine availability measures the percentage of time equipment is available for production. High machine availability is critical for maintaining consistent production output and...

    What is Downtime Tracking Software and Why Do You Need ...
    Downtime / September 02, 2021
    The most significant contributor to inefficiency in a production environment is equipment downtime. To manage this issue, manufacturing companies use downtime tracking software to categorize types of...

    How to Reduce Downtime in Manufacturing
    Downtime / June 03, 2021
    The manufacturing sector is a testament to human innovation and the drive towards efficiency. Yet, amidst the relentless hum of machines and the intricate dance of assembly lines, an ever-present...

    What You Don’t Know About Downtime Hurts Production
    Downtime / June 03, 2021
    One of the biggest problems manufacturers face is downtime. This problem is exacerbated by the fact that most manufacturers are unaware of what is causing the downtime across their plant....
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