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Material Requirements Planning (MRP) is a production planning, scheduling, and inventory control system used to manage manufacturing processes. It is a system that helps businesses ensure they have the right materials, in the right quantities, at the right time. But beyond just ensuring smooth production, MRP can be a significant driver for cost savings. Here's...

In today's fast-paced business environment, having a clear view of your operations is not just a luxury; it's a necessity. This is where an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system comes into play. For companies still relying on outdated legacy systems or those without an ERP system at all, the lack of operational visibility can be...

It was Robert Shiller, a Yale University Professor of Economics and Nobel laureate who famously said “You cannot wait until a house burns down to buy fire insurance on it. We cannot wait until there are massive dislocations in our society to prepare for the Fourth Industrial Revolution.” This quote has been particularly pertinent over...

During the pandemic, many industry players were caught off guard by inefficient business systems and manual processes. As workforces are being transformed, many manufacturers and distributors have started to see the true benefits of process automation. Businesses have realized that the digital toolkit available to them has grown and they can consider technology-centered solutions. In...

What do manufacturers and distributors want from their ERP system? The answers, according to a recent survey to our customers, include warehouse management, automation, and business intelligence. Warehouse management The COVID-19 pandemic has shaken and challenged many parts of the business, including supply chains. Many manufacturing organizations are shortening their supply chain to make them...

As a decision-maker in a manufacturing or distribution-oriented company, you no doubt have seen or heard discussions about cloud computing. You may have been considering it but don’t have enough information to feel confident to move ahead with the idea. Your IT systems and infrastructure are working, although changes were made to accommodate remote work....

Since the first quarter of 2020, there have been more black swan events than could ever have been expected. First, of course, was the Coronavirus pandemic, then the Texas winter storm, and finally, a ship that blocked the Suez Canal for six days. For the food industry, these have all created major disruptions. The Suez...

Emerson acquires Aperture, a leading provider of data center management software. Emerson reported 140,700 employees worldwide that year.