
How to evaluate ERP systems and decide
When it comes to a piece of software that could revolutionise your manufacturing business at several levels, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems takes some beating. But during...

Simple ways to improve your production planning
One of the key aspects of manufacturing is to create a solid production plan, in order to manage all processes efficiently and simply. By achieving this, manufacturers should be lean...

Achieve economies to scale with lean manufacturing
Lean manufacturing is the mantra for getting more out of less and, put simply, was a revolution when internationally recognised in the 1990s by Japanese car manufacturer, Toyota. The...

Data management tips for manufacturers
Data is the lifeblood of your manufacturing organisation. Without access to reliable data, supply lines can be interrupted, defective parts can work their way into the system without...

Attracting talent in the manufacturing industry
Since the Industrial Revolution, the manufacturing industry has been one of the core sectors which has supported the UK economy, but as with all industries, it is subject to the...

Controlling inventory with lean manufacturing techniques
There’s no doubt that lean manufacturing is a revolution within the manufacturing industry and has long been hailed as a way of future-proofing operations and optimising performance...

Why traceability in manufacturing is important?
There are many reasons that it may become necessary for manufacturers to trace the origins of products. Traceability is highly important within the supply chain of any manufacturer, as...

Challenges of supply chain management
Supply Chain Management (SCM) is an important way to track goods across departments in real-time, which can be a huge advantage. Despite this, there are several supply chain challenges...