MUNICH—Simulation is helping BMW design assembly lines at the company’s new factory under construction in Debrecen, Hungary, more than two years before the scheduled official launch of series production.
Software connects 14 manufacturing sites and more than 800 suppliers.
April 27, 2023
To improve its manufacturing and supply chain operations data, Johnson Controls implemented LeanDNA, a cloud-based platform that connects the company’s numerous ERP systems. Like many companies with distributed locations and processes, Johnson Controls data was scattered and difficult to find and understand. LeanDNA provides the company with a comprehensive, organized view of cross-site analytics.
Every industrial revolution has eliminated old jobs and created new ones. In many cases, manufacturers weren’t aware that these new jobs were even necessary. To succeed in this age of Industry 4.0, manufacturers will need to do more than just develop a workforce capable of dealing with upcoming technologies, they will need to foster a workplace culture of problem-solving and continuous improvement.
eFlex delivers the simplest path to digital transformation. Our powerful web-based solutions provide process control with digital work instructions, traceability and data collection for every part.
DERWOOD, MD—Xometry, which operates an on-demand industrial parts marketplace, has acquired Thomas, a product sourcing and ecommerce platform, for $300 million.
