What’s the Difference and What Needs to be Considered? by Don Lindsey In 2016, while at a major life sciences company in San Diego, we began a pivotal transition, migrating from our legacy Discrete Work Orders environment in QAD’s 2009 EE version to the newly introduced Production Orders module in 2016 EE. This shift, now […]
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by Alex Kim Recently, our friend Khoa To shared a paper with us titled Leading in the Recessive Values Era: Why Clarity, Coherence, and Trust Now Matter More Than Speed. In it, Khoa offers a timely and incisive perspective on leadership in this evolving technological world where speed is the measure. Khoa argues that the […]
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Are you a manufacturing professional looking to improve your skills and stay ahead of the curve? Then look no further than the 32 Soft YouTube channel! This channel is a goldmine of informative content, offering insights, software demonstrations, and discussions on a wide range of topics, including the supply chain, production planning, inventory management, finance, […]
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by Alex Kim The 2024 election of Donald Trump marks a new chapter for U.S. manufacturers, as his policies are set to reshape the economic and industrial landscape. With a mix of challenges and opportunities, manufacturers must adapt to thrive in this evolving environment. Here’s a look at what lies ahead. Challenges Tariffs and […]
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by Don Lindsey and Khoa To In today’s fast-paced industrial landscape, manufacturing is undergoing significant transformation driven by changing market demands and cutting-edge technology such as AI, robotics, IoT, quantum computing, and global internet connectivity. Many companies already use some technologies, while others plan to integrate them to become more efficient, resilient, and responsive to […]
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by Olena Stepovyk Accurate cost rollups are essential for any manufacturer to maintain financial health and competitive pricing. Yet, achieving precision in cost rollups is often fraught with challenges that can undermine the effectiveness of your cost management strategy. Understanding these challenges is crucial if you want to optimize your cost rollup processes and ensure […]
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by Don Lindsey Those of us who manage production and supply chain processes spend a lot of ERP system time thinking about numbers, items, run time, capacity, and schedules. However, understanding and managing costs is essential when communicating with other managers and supervisors, specifically financial and senior management. We must translate operating processes into a […]
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Don Lindsey from 32 Soft and Khoa To from Systemize Partners delivered an enlightening presentation at the MWUG Spring Conference and again in an online webinar highlighting the transformative potential of Factory Physics in manufacturing. Both presentations shed light on how Factory Physics principles can drive innovation, enhance profitability, and support sustainability goals while improving […]
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If you didn’t see Don Lindsey’s presentation during the West Coast User Group’s Spring webinar series, you can watch the replay below. In the webinar, Don shows you how to unlock MRP’s full capabilities to streamline your supply chain, improve efficiency, and drive greater profitability. Whether you’re a seasoned MRP user or are just now […]
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