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HBR Article: A Manager's Guide to Augmented Reality
Aug 7, 2018How IIoT changes the idea of ownership
May 22, 2017PTC: PPT of How Smart, Connected Products are Transforming Competition and Companies
Aug 15, 2018Connected Service Equipment Knowledge as Competitive Power
Mar 19, 2017
Leading by Example: Technology Companies Help Save Scarce Water Resources
Jul 5, 2017Why Manufacturers Need to Rethink How They Value Water
Mar 28, 2017Benefits of Creating a Corporate Water Strategy – and Tips for Ensuring Success
Mar 18, 20175 Ideas for Improving Energy Use
Aug 16, 2018
Powering Innovation in Manufacturing
You will do foolish things, but do them with enthusiasm.
Dec 14, 2018
Sidonie-Gabrielle Colette, writer and actress
Global Manufacturing Economic Update
Dec 14, 2018
The J.P. Morgan Global Manufacturing PMI registered 52.0 in November, unchanged from October and remaining at the slowest growth rate since November 2016. The headline index has decelerated since reaching nearly a seven-year high in December 2017 (54.5), even with a modest expansion overall. There was also continued slippage in economic growth in November in the largest export destinations. In June, all those markets expanded, but the global economy has softened since then. In November, five economies contracted, up from three in October. Those markets were Hong Kong, Italy, Mexico, South Korea and Taiwan. It was only the second negative reading for Mexico since July 2013 (with the other, in October 2017, being the result of an earthquake). Read more.
Tech academy guarantees students a job
Dec 14, 2018
A four-year manufacturing program at Westfield Technical Academy in Massachusetts guarantees that students will have a job available to them when they graduate. The academy also has an early-college agreement with an area technical college. WWLP-TV (Springfield, Mass.) (12/12)
Hierarchy of controls can reduce cold-weather hazards
Dec 14, 2018
The hierarchy of controls -- a five-step process to reduce exposure to hazards -- can be applied to cold-weather risks, writes Karen Hamel. "Train supervisors to understand that both temperature and wind chill need to be considered when employees will be outdoors," she writes. EHS Today (12/13)
How IoT connectivity is changing logistics
Dec 14, 2018
Internet of things devices are creating opportunities and challenges for logistics companies, increasing transparency and visibility while also bringing new security concerns, writes Thomas Schied of TD Bank Equipment Finance. "Ultimately, the decision to implement an IoT platform and transcend its challenges will come down to each company's willingness to adapt to a system that offers unprecedented levels of information and visibility," writes Schied. Industrial Distribution online (12/12)
New technology requires a new style of procurement
Dec 14, 2018
Executives must take note of digital technologies, globalization and other trends affecting procurement, write Samir Khushalani and Edward Woodcock of McKinsey. "Putting the right operating model in place for procurement can be a game-changer, doubling the impact of even 'successful' sourcing departments," the authors write. McKinsey (12/2018)
Report: Ransomware attacks jumped 350% in 2018
Dec 14, 2018
Ransomware and spoofing attacks on companies have increased by 350% and 250% respectively this year, writes BDO executive Gregory Garrett, who urges manufacturers to strengthen access controls, hold training for all employees and have a companywide plan for responding to an incident. IndustryWeek (12/13)
Working at Tesla is not for the faint of heart
Dec 14, 2018
Elon Musk was always a temperamental perfectionist, but his decision to fully automate the Model 3 factory in 2016 drastically slowed production at first, leading to fits of rage from Musk and the departure of dozens of executives, writes Charles Duhigg, who spoke with dozens of employees over several months about life at Tesla. Wired (tiered subscription model) (12/13)
Do your homework before purchasing modular robots
Dec 14, 2018
Modular robotic technology is changing quickly, which is why companies must be selective when making purchases, writes Florence Acuna of KUKA Robotics. "With thorough vetting and a consideration for future needs, electronics manufacturers can successfully implement modular robots to support their long-term business goals," writes Acuna. New Equipment Digest (12/14)