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A Closer Look at ISO 13485 for Medical Device & Equipment Manufacturing

CMTC Manufacturing Tech

The medical device manufacturing industry is full of regulations. This is because it places a special focus on not just ensuring excellent product quality and safety but also meeting all regulatory requirements, building robust supply chain interactions, and ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction.

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The Role of Big Data in Manufacturing

ATS

Share One of the most important raw materials for manufacturers isn’t measured by the foot, by the pound or by the ton. It’s data, and rather than being used directly to manufacture products it’s a crucial component of how the industry builds its processes and procedures. In fact, it doesn’t even physically exist.

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Steps for Addressing the Labor Shortage in Manufacturing

ATS

million jobs could be unfilled in the manufacturing sector by 2030 if current trends continue. If the continuing labor shortage in manufacturing reaches this point, the industry — and the U.S. Why is there a labor shortage in manufacturing? There are several reasons for the skilled labor shortage in manufacturing.

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Strategic Planning Basics for SMMs: Definition, Purpose, and Steps

CMTC Manufacturing Tech

Strategic planning, budgeting, and forecasting are integral to the success of small and medium-sized manufacturers (SMMs). Strategic planning should guide a business towards achieving its short- and long-term organizational goals. Additionally, strategic planning processes should outline how a business will measure its overall success.

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What does IO-Link mean in Smart Manufacturing?

Marshall Wolf Automation

Since 2006, when the term “Smart Manufacturing” was first coined, industrial manufacturers have been focused on improving the transmission and analysis of production data. Knowing exactly what’s happening on your manufacturing floor can mean major improvements in production efficiency and worker safety. . Process Data.

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Continuous Improvement - Part 1: Introduction to Operational Best Practices

CMTC Manufacturing Tech

However, effective improvement efforts should be proactive rather than reactive, identifying and addressing potential challenges before they become major obstacles. This blog is the first in a three-part series introducing CMTCs approach to operational best practices through continuous improvement.