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RationalPlan offers Free Project Management Software
Starting with version 4.7 RationalPlan Single is distributed as freeware under all Linux operating systems. -
Is Schneider Electric committed to software?
By Rick Zabel, Publisher & Editor Since Schneider Electric's purchase of Invensys, I have been waiting to hear some news about the integration of the two companies. That news, as it relates to software, was delivered last week at Schneider Electric's first Global Software Customer Conference. -
Wonderware MES Software improves operations at Belgium Brewing
Wonderware MES Performance software cut downtime by 50% and saves $400,000 annually at New Belgium Brewing in Fort Collins, Co. -
Schneider Electric upgrades Operations Management Software Portfolio
Schneider Electric software now includes products from newly acquired Avantis, SimSci and Wonderware. -
Schneider Electric to Acquire InStep Software
InStep Software is a provider of real-time performance management and predictive asset analytics software and solutions. -
ITTIA announces DB Sync database software for Android apps
DB Sync uses a back-end RDBMS, such as Microsoft SQL Server or Oracle Database, to store device data in existing tables and download updates specific to each device. -
Airbus Implements Industrial Internet of Things (Smart Tools)
By Bill Lydon, Editor The French aircraft manufacturer Airbus has stated futuristic long-range goals based on their corporate philosophy. The integration of cyber-physical systems and big analog data enables smarter production and allows operators and machines to collaborate in the same physical environment. -
OEE for the Enterprise
By Salvatore Castro, SAP The common view of OEE is the localized one of an operator trying to control the machine better during the shift. The more modern spin on OEE is trying to improve all operations to run more efficiently with the lowest overall cost back to the business. -
GE to resell AutomaTech's FacilityConneX
FacilityConneX helps facility managers make better sense of vast amounts of data that comes from their facility operations and industrial equipment with Real-time Operational Intelligence (RtOI). -
Care in applying Analytics for Prediction and for Management Decisions
By Carlos W. Moreno, Ultramax What analyses of a database enable predictions which are valid in decision making. This review does not introduce new technical concepts. It explains to engineers why their knowledge of the processes that generate data needs to be integrated in the analysis of the data, and at what level. -
Addressing FDA CFR Regulation Compliance with Cloud based ERP Software
By Bill Nolan, Rootstock Software Many regulated manufacturers use paper-or Excel-based processes to address compliance. For discrete manufacturers who are required to have FDA CFR compliance, the Salesforce1 Platform connected an ERP system offers some distinct advantages. -
Epicor ERP to Integrate Four Divisions of AKM Manufacturing
AKM Manufacturing will integrate the group's four divisions--Sheet Metal Work, CNC Machining, Electrical Equipment, and Lighting--with Epicor ERP version 10. -
Observations From An ERP Buyer's Experience
By David J. Bush, C.P.I.M In early 2012, we began an earnest search for a replacement for our legacy ERP system. We wanted a new ERP package that could handle the needs of our electronics industry demands. We were in for a big and disappointing surprise. -
Enlink Midstream to install FLOWCAL Enterprise
With FLOWCAL, Enlink will manage all measurement data from their fractionation and processing facilities, pipelines, and truck and railcar transportation tickets. -
PLM market growing
Discrete industry manufacturers’ quest to reduce capital expenditure, shorten lead times, and improve productivity is expected to fuel investments in the global product lifecycle management (PLM) market. -
GE Software analyzes Cincinnati Sewers
Proficy will assist the city in bringing together information about their wastewater system from remote locations to provide a system-wide view of what’s really happening across its watersheds. -
Survey says ERP Deficiencies Throttle Performance
Epicor's own survey reveals several enterprise resource planning (ERP) deficiencies causing organizational drag. Half the respondents surveyed characterized the performance of their current ERP system as merely "adequate" or "basic." -
Laila Hirr Joins CIMdata
Laila Hirr, a long time PLM advocate and advisor, has joined the firm as a Senior Consultant and Practice Lead. -
Bill’s Automation Perspective on Business Integration
By Bill Lydon, Editor Should the control room operator be responsible for making business decisions? Focusing solely on improving operator interaction may be a mistake. Your competitors may be focusing on increased automation and integration to gain a competitive business advantage. -
Information Revolution 2014
By Bill Lydon, Editor The OPC Foundation Information Revolution 2014 Conference was held at Microsoft's Redmond Campus on August 4-7, 2014. The conference featured industry experts who both presented and learned more about OPC Unified Architecture. This article summarizes the highlights from the conference.