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Building a traceability 4.0 foundation for automation

Control Engineering

The ability to gather and record data on the whereabouts and timing of works-in-process undergoing a specific manufacturing operation or finished products making their way through the supply chain is essential for ensuring quality, identifying bottlenecks and minimizing product waste during recalls.

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Manufacturing, global economy: Mild 2024 recession

Control Engineering

Offset a mile recession in 2024 and depression in 2030 in part with manufacturing automation. Be prepared: Companies have the opportunity to pull ahead and improve automation and efficiency in operations and reduce supply chain bottlenecks. Manufacturing economy insights. “The

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How to organize, protect and apply big data in automation

Control Engineering

Manufacturers can improve the customer experience and satisfaction while also achieving better product production through shorter innovation cycles. At a higher level, many manufacturers view such endeavors as part of a wider smart manufacturing strategy linked with Industry 4.0 What is big data?