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ISE CPQ Unique Item Generator: Part 2

Infor Configure Price Quote (CPQ) is a state-of-the-art product configurator that integrates with many Infor ERP software packages, including Infor XA.  Much more than a tool to simply select features and options, Infor CPQ allows complex engineering and manufacturing rules to be stored, driving a configuration process where the configuration options are constantly being validated.  Infor CPQ […]

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Our Conversation With Paul Ostlund of Timesavers: How Paper-Less MES Helped His Company Reach Its Potential

Below is a transcription of our interview with Paul Ostlund, V.P. of Operations for Timesavers, Inc. Our questions are bolded, and Paul’s responses are italicized. Could you talk a little bit about your processes before implementation and what they were like and why you felt you needed MV2?  We are a 78-year-old company, and we

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The Top Three Causes of Downtime on a Manufacturing Shop Floor

Running any kind of business comes with its own set of challenges, but when it comes to manufacturing, facing unexpected downtime can be one of the most frustrating hurdles to overcome. Not only can it significantly injure your company’s production, but it can also cause a severe strain on your finances. Fortunately, understanding the key

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The Benefits of Having a Company Manage Your Cloud Data for Your Manufacturing Plant

In today’s digital age, there is an overwhelming amount of data to manage, store, and secure. This can be particularly true for manufacturing plants. With data coming in from various sources, it can be difficult to keep track of everything, let alone secure it properly. That’s where cloud computing comes in. By having a company

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The Cost of Not Training Your Employees on a New MES Software

When businesses implement a new Manufacturing Execution System (MES) software, it is essential that they properly train their staff. Without proper education and guidance, the powerful capabilities of the MES software can go to waste. Let’s explore why training for a new MES software is so important and what happens when companies fail to do

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“as a Service” – what does it mean to me as an XA customer?

With the proliferation of cloud-based solutions, the concept of “anything as a Service” (XaaS), has become extremely common.  This article will provide a good perspective of “as a Service” options, and how they work together to provide a holistic approach to moving your XA system to the cloud. Any cloud solution can be comprised of

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The Future of Inventory Management for Manufacturers in 2023

In today’s competitive manufacturing industry, effective inventory management is more important than ever. As manufacturers continue to search for ways to reduce production costs, streamline operations, and increase efficiency, inventory management must be a key part of the strategy. This blog post will discuss why inventory management is essential for manufacturers in 2023 and how

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