Manufacturers are transforming operations, increasing efficiency and improving customer relationships by enhancing tracking of durable goods through innovative technology. The latest resources from a global IT research and advisory firm provide insight into how the integration of control tower systems is transforming the manufacturing industry.
Toronto, May 24, 2024 /CNW/ – Amid rapid change in the manufacturing and durable goods industries, seamless supply chain operations are more important than ever. Manufacturers face challenges in timely product delivery, supplier reliability and customer satisfaction while striving to improve operational efficiency in a cost-sensitive environment. Addressing these complex issues is the concept of control tower integration. To help manufacturers overcome these ongoing challenges, Info-Tech Research Group has released its latest industry blueprint. Harmonizing Complexity: Integrating the Control TowerThis comprehensive study provides manufacturing IT leaders with insights to leverage exponential technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and the Internet of Things (IoT). Leveraging emerging technologies provides organizations with access to timely data that is essential to drive operational excellence and ensure customer and employee satisfaction.
“Manufacturing industries face a daunting challenge in meeting customer demands characterized by increased technology adoption, shorter lead times, growing requirements for transparency and decreasing tolerances.” To tell Kevin TuckerAdvisory Practice Leader, Infotech Research Group“The technology ecosystem that manufacturers can employ is changing dramatically, and the new solutions they are adopting require vastly different skill sets.”
According to a recently published study by Info-Tech, manufacturers can face significant challenges in integrating their control towers, primarily due to a lack of IT and OT collaboration. Many of these organizations operate in silos, resulting in poor communication and hindering integration efforts. The industry also struggles with the complexity of legacy systems and complex supply chain operations involving multiple suppliers, manufacturers, and distribution networks. Additionally, these challenges are exacerbated by a shortage of skilled professionals who can effectively manage and operate modern control towers.
“Manufacturing companies have traditionally held on to older equipment as long as it continues to be profitable without exposing them to undue risk.” Tucker explains“As the market moves to a cloud model and integration with traditional on-premise solutions becomes unfeasible, maintaining legacy equipment in place is no longer viable.”
The company’s plans highlight several control tower integrated services capabilities designed to address manufacturing challenges: These capabilities, listed below, will facilitate real-time information sharing between customers and businesses, enabling more efficient operations and better decision-making.
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Control Center: Streamline operations through orchestration, visualization, and collaboration.
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Communication Services: Enabling real-time information sharing through collaboration, sensing, analysis, planning and response.
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Decision Management Services: Optimize demand, inventory, and supply management decisions.
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Integration Services: Achieving seamless data exchange through protocols, sensing and integration.
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Advanced Intelligence: Leverage AI, ML, and deep learning to gain actionable insights.
As manufacturers adapt to the demands of a rapidly changing market environment, implementing a supply chain control tower is not only a strategic advantage, but also a critical component for sustainable growth. Info-Tech advises that by providing real-time insights and enabling proactive decision-making, a control tower provides a competitive advantage in the industry, enabling manufacturers to quickly adapt to market changes, optimize operations, and maintain high levels of customer satisfaction.
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