Drone Manufacturing and its Importance In the 20th century, one would look into the sky, and the only flying objects one would see were birds and planes. The situation is no different now; it is just that there would be more planes flying and fewer birds. However, in specific areas like agriculture, wars, combat operations, […]
Introduction to Lot Traceability In 2023 Apple, the biggest company in the world, decided that by 2025, it will only use recycled cobalt. It has also set ambitious targets to use only recycled material in all its products. Not just Apple, many large and small companies are setting goals to not use virgin material and […]
Introduction Whatever can be smart will become smart. We are not talking about humans but of objects. Cars that had primarily mechanical components now have more than 40% components that are electronic. From Smart Audio System, Smart Braking System, Smart Fuel Traceability in Electronic Manufacturing System and so on. Fans and Cooling Appliances come with […]
We learnt about Production scheduling planning in the blog here. So what happens when a Production plan is ready and is handed over to the production planning & control (PPC) team. The PPC manager will analyse the plan and would be tasked to meet the demands of the production plan. This means that she would […]
For a finished product to be manufactured, it needs to go through various processes. The customer orders for finished goods and expects it to be delivered in a certain time frame. The customer keeps asking for the status of the finished goods and in certain cases there is a huge penalty if the finished goods […]
Production planning in Manufacturing is extremely crucial. However before we deep dive into production planning, we would first like to differentiate between production planning and production scheduling. In manufacturing, production planning and scheduling are two distinct but interconnected processes: Production Planning: Production planning involves determining what needs to be produced, how much should be produced, and […]
The global manufacturing landscape is undergoing significant shifts, driven by trade disruptions, geopolitical uncertainties, and evolving industrial policies. According to recent research by BCG, over 90% of North American manufacturers have relocated some production from China in the past five years, with Mexico, Southeast Asia, India, Turkey, and Morocco emerging as competitive alternatives. While cost […]
Did you know that the automotive industry is currently undergoing a significant transformation, shifting away from fossil fuels and towards electric vehicles (EVs) as part of a sustainable future? With rising concerns about climate change and environmental sustainability, EVs are gaining more appeal. These advanced vehicles don’t just represent an evolution; they signify a […]
In today’s dynamic manufacturing landscape, the plastics and rubber industry stands at the forefront of innovation and versatility. These industries have witnessed remarkable growth, owing to their indispensable role in countless sectors, from automotive and construction to healthcare and consumer goods. However, with this growth comes a heightened need for precision, efficiency, and quality […]
