The implications of mobile strategies (or lack thereof) within manufacturing operations continue to grow as potential use cases expand, technology simplifies tasks, and internal IT organizations rethink policies around security, Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) and others. In this week's roundup, we lay out the most important considerations to expand (or get started) on your mobile strategy. We also discuss other areas of manufacturing technology expansion, such as next-generation enterprise systems.
The Rise of Manufacturing Enterprise SystemsWhen it comes to IT projects, deciding which journey to embark on first rests upon business value. The project that the organization's stakeholders believe will provide the greatest impact to the value of the business wins. That’s where many leaders spearheading technology adoption initiatives stumble into obstacles of explaining how their plan will be beneficial outside a simple mathematical or financial concept. This article discusses value that cannot be derived by counting dollars, the coming of age of manufacturing enterprise solutions, and the long-term value that can be achieved. Read more…
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We’ve collectively spoken in length about the Internet of Things (IoT) and what this voyage means for efficiency within manufacturing settings. But, what about taking these concepts outside organizational walls and into your home? Nest has opened those doors for many of us and revolutionized the way we think of our personal living spaces. This article highlights the connectivity advances that Nest has made since being acquired by Google last year. Learn more…
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Intelex Technologies provides insight on how to effectively manage inspections and mitigate operational risk. By doing so, your organization can build and foster a culture of safety. Specifically, the discussion covers how to integrate inspections into one solution, leveraging technology, result delivery, and ensuring compliance through this process. A preview of this webinar is provided below:
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As time goes on, more and more people (and an expansion across age groups) have access to--and can easily navigate--most mobile technologies. Moving away from personal interaction to the manufacturing industry, manufacturers seem to be waiting for the adoption to hit the office and shop floor setting. Our projection is that mobile technologies will undoubtedly expand within the industry, providing workers with increased effectiveness and productivity. If you are beginning to adopt new devices, this article provides seven areas to keep in mind. Read more…
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LNS Research discusses the foundational functionality and importance of document management capabilities in enterprise software
LNS Research Analyst, Rob Harrison reflects on the 2015 IQS conference held on September 16th-18th, and the release of its next generation Enterprise...
A recap of top questions from the LNS Research/MESA International Metrics that Matter event on April 16, 2014.