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APV Reduces Stockkeeping by Two-Thirds with Intentia by Intentia
Abstract : Production based on the principles of lean manufacturing combined with Movex APP has been the key to significant improvements since the end of the 1990s at pump manufacturer APV Products in Horsens, Denmark. “By streamlining the many workflows, we have been able to cut out all the redundant processes. Thus we have seen an amazing reduction of delivery time, from twenty-five days to only a couple of days. At the same time our inventory turnover has increased, which means that our inventory has been reduced to a third. And last but not least, our productivity is higher.” Bjorn Sommer, Product Line Manager, APV Products.
Type: White Paper
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| 72. |
Swiss-American profile by EMR Innovations
Abstract : Learn how Swiss-American Inc., a leading manufacturer of medical products, improved the accuracy of its inventory levels by adopting a new manufacturing system complete lot traceability, manufacturing resource planning (MRP), purchasing, and manufacturing projections.
Type: White Paper
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Manufacturing and Distribution Overview by Sage Software
Abstract : Distribution and manufacturing solutions can help improve customer satisfaction, lower costs, and respond to the changing market. The MAS 500 distribution solution is a suite of modules that provides capabilities for tracking, managing, and replenishing. The MAS 500 manufacturing suite provides streamlined integration of routings and bills of material.
Type: White Paper
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| 74. |
Process Manufacturing Excellence: Strategies for the Plant Floor and Beyond by Ross Systems
Abstract : A decade ago, process manufacturing excellence was defined by long runs, high capacity utilization, and low production costs. Today, excellence is determined by a company’s ability to respond to customer and market demand. In this report, Aberdeen and Ross explore winning strategies leveraged by world class manufacturers to achieve process manufacturing excellence.
Type: White Paper
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| 75. |
Invensys Production Solutions - Can Historic Strengths And The 'Protean Boost' Overcome Its Liabilities? Part Two: Liabilities, Strategy, and User Recommendations (5 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
May 14, 2003 Abstract : Invensys must communicate its successes and strategy to the marketplace, and must aggressively invest in customer satisfaction, marketing, and sales. IPS must convince customers and prospects that it is here to stay; while the functionally rich products are great advantages, many other considerations make some customers and prospects perceive these solutions a risk.
Type: Article
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| 76. |
How Great Is Great Plains' Manufacturing Offering (Did Somebody Say Microsoft)? (6 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic & L. Talarico
May 1, 2001 Abstract : Great Plains informed us during its Convergence 2001 annual user conference about its initial strides into the discrete manufacturing market. The following is our view of Great Plains’ odds of success in this particular endeavor.
Type: Article
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| 77. |
Optimizing the Supply Chain and Increasing Customer Satisfaction: An Interview with Robert Abate of RCG Information Technology (2 Pages)
by Lyndsay Wise
Aug 8, 2007 Abstract : Manufacturers must constantly address how to increase customer satisfaction, identify supply chain issues before they become problems, and lower production costs. In this podcast, Lyndsay Wise and Robert Abate discuss the benefits business intelligence provides to help address these topics.
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| 78. |
Enterprise Resource Planning Giants Eye the Shop Floor (4 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Jan 30, 2006 Abstract : Because production systems on the shop floor are typically not synchronized and integrated with the planning ones, there is a lack of timely and accurate information that results in disconnected business processes.
Type: Article
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| 79. |
SCT Corporation: The Last Viable Process Manufacturing Vendor Standing? (8 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Jan 15, 2001 Abstract : Although a relative newcomer, the Process Manufacturing Solutions division of SCT has been able to remain focused on the process manufacturing industry. With the exit or weakening position of most other process-focused vendors, SCT should thrive. However, its low profile marketing strategy, undeveloped channel and a limited number of implementation partners are some of the challenges it has yet to surmount.
Type: Article
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| 80. |
SYSPRO - Awaiting Positive IMPACT From Its Brand Unification Part Three: Challenges and User Recommendations by P.J. Jakovljevic
Mar 15, 2003 Abstract : SYSPRO remains a stalwart vendor within the mid-market accounting, manufacturing, and distribution software markets. The current market trend is towards vendors that can provide comprehensive solutions for small and medium-sized companies with a justifiable return on investment (ROI), and SYSPRO seems to have a fair shot. Moreover, with its global coverage, multi-national product’s capabilities, suitability to diverse manufacturing environments, as well as with its cross-platform support and excellent service & support track, the vendor seems poised to give run for the money to almost any contender.
Type: Article
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