Manufacturing, Production and Automation IT

Information technology (IT) is playing an increasingly important role in manufacturing operations, helping manufacturers to improve efficiency, productivity, and quality, and to reduce costs. IT automation is the use of software and systems to replace repeatable processes and reduce manual intervention. IT Reseller articles covering IT products and solutions involved in Manufacturing IT, Production and Automation IT, Manufacturing software and Manufacturing solutions.

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Fujitsu steps up efforts to bring partners into VDI market

1 Fujitsu steps up efforts to bring partners into VDI market

Fujitsu is raising its game in the virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) market by offering resellers higher margins - and end-users customers improved return on investment - on its Futro range of thin clients.

EngineXML for fast timeclock Integration

2 EngineXML for fast timeclock Integration

Integrating timeclocks with workforce management software can take months. EngineXML from Accu-Time Systems cuts that time to mere days.

The Bring Your Own Services (BYOS) Paradox

3 The Bring Your Own Services (BYOS) Paradox

Research conducted by Varonis Systems Inc., provider of comprehensive data governance software, has found that while 80 per cent of companies do not allow their employees to use cloud based file synchronisation services, 70 per cent of companies would use these services if they were as robust as internal tools.

Adam Continuity on Cloud Nine with EVault

4 Adam Continuity on Cloud Nine with EVault

End users experienced recovery speeds five times faster than tape with EVault cloud backup services according to Adam Continuity.

Kaseya expands cloud-based product offerings with new entry-level solution

5 Kaseya expands cloud-based product offerings with new entry-level solution

To further strengthen its commitment to all segments of the IT market, Kaseya has expanded its product line to offer a new entry-level cloud-based IT systems management solution.

Toshiba meets souring enterprise data storage demands with its highest 10.5K rpm small form factor HDD

6 Toshiba meets souring enterprise data storage demands with its highest 10.5K rpm small form factor HDD

Toshiba Electronics Europe, Storage Products Division has announced its next generation of enterprise-class HDDs.

Sato's TH2 label printer meets new European law on food traceability

7 Sato's TH2 label printer meets new European law on food traceability

Sato, the barcode printing, labelling and EPC/RFID solutions provider, has announced that its TH2 label printer enables food manufacturers to comply with the latest requirements brought by a new European law on food traceability.

On Direct launches search for new partners

8 On Direct launches search for new partners

On Direct, the cloud service provider, is launching the search for new resellers and white-label partners as it seeks to go to market with its new Cloud Direct offering.

Robust data is key to public service delivery, says KPMG

9 Robust data is key to public service delivery, says KPMG

Responding to the publication of the Policy Exchange 'big data opportunity' report, Iain Gravestock, a partner within KPMG's IT Advisory practice, said: "We are pleased that Policy Exchange recognises that the information underpinning public services is an essential asset in the battle for better efficiency.

'All the power, without all the power': storage innovations will win data centre power struggle, says WHIPTAIL

10 'All the power, without all the power': storage innovations will win data centre power struggle, says WHIPTAIL

The increase in demand for data centre performance will be a catalyst in mass market demand for fledgling storage technologies that consume less power at a lower total cost of ownership, claims Brian Feller, VP and General Manager EMEA of WHIPTAIL.

Manufacturing IT

Information technology, is playing an increasingly important role in manufacturing operations. IT can be used to improve efficiency, productivity, and quality across the manufacturing process.

Here are some of the ways that IT is being used in manufacturing operations:

  • Computer-aided design (CAD) software is used to design new products and parts. CAD software allows engineers to create detailed 3D models of products, which can then be used to simulate the manufacturing process and identify potential problems.
  • Computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) software is used to control machine tools and other manufacturing equipment. CAM software allows manufacturers to automate the manufacturing process, which can lead to increased productivity and accuracy.
  • Enterprise resource planning (ERP) software is used to integrate all of the different aspects of a manufacturing operation into a single system. ERP software can help manufacturers to track inventory, manage orders, and plan production.
  • The Industrial Internet of Things (IoT) is a network of physical devices that are connected to the internet. The IoT can be used to collect data from manufacturing equipment and sensors, which can then be used to improve efficiency, productivity, and quality.
  • 3D printing is a process of creating physical objects from digital designs. 3D printing can be used to create prototypes, custom parts, and even finished products.

Automation IT

IT automation is the use of software and systems to replace repeatable processes and reduce manual intervention. It accelerates the delivery of IT infrastructure and applications by automating manual processes that previously required a human touch. Some of the most common types of IT automation:

  • Task automation: This type of automation automates simple, repetitive tasks that are typically done manually. For example, a task automation script could be used to automatically create new user accounts or to send out email notifications.
  • Process automation: This type of automation automates more complex processes that involve multiple steps. For example, a process automation tool could be used to automate the deployment of a new application or to handle the provisioning of new servers.
  • Workflow automation: This type of automation automates the flow of work between different people or systems. For example, a workflow automation tool could be used to automate the approval process for a new expense report or to track the progress of a customer service ticket.

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