In deciding what drives the creation of sub-BOMs and whether to divide a larger assembly into subassemblies, it’s essential to evaluate the long-term impact on production. A flexible enterprise resource planning (ERP) system allows the creation of complex, multilevel BOMs, but also supports simple, flat BOM structures.

Software is enabling Modine Manufacturing to optimize its supply chain with predictive analytics and prescriptive execution recommendations.

DAS Medical Holdings began operations using QuickBooks for accounting. However, as the company experienced rapid and significant growth, it soon outgrew QuickBooks’ capabilities. It was ready for a full enterprise resource planning (ERP) system that could support manufacturing, inventory control, and material requirements planning (MRP).

Cloud-based software helps manufacturer of safety products prevent stock-outs and part shortages.

Multimedia Editor and Host Jennifer Pierce shares highlights from the ASSEMBLY Audible podcast.

Some 18 software suppliers will demonstrate their latest products at The ASSEMBLY Show South.

HNI Corp. improves average on-time and complete shipment rates by 20 percent.

BLUE RIDGE, GA—For MES software to improve KPIs, it cannot sit in isolation from other manufacturing systems.

To improve its manufacturing and supply chain operations data, Johnson Controls implemented LeanDNA, a cloud-based platform that connects the company’s numerous ERP systems. Like many companies with distributed locations and processes, Johnson Controls data was scattered and difficult to find and understand. LeanDNA provides the company with a comprehensive, organized view of cross-site analytics. 

Based in New Britain, CT, Polamer Precision manufactures complex engine and airframe components for military and commercial aircraft engines.