by PrismHQ | Nov 21, 2024 | Labor, Production Management, Technology
For production floor management in growing manufacturing businesses, the innovations of Industry 4.0 can represent a double-edged sword of promise and pain. On one side, the integration of advanced technologies like IoT, artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, and big... 
by PrismHQ | Oct 25, 2024 | Production Management, Technology, Tips and Tricks
Machine maintenance – it may not always be top of mind, but it should be. In the fast-paced world of manufacturing, everyone is always pushing to do more with less. As turn times shorten and capacity is pushed to the breaking point, machine downtime... 
by PrismHQ | Oct 11, 2024 | Inventory Management, Production Management, Technology, Tips and Tricks
Growth is always top of mind for any business. It’s no different for manufacturers. Whether looking to expand overall, or increase production with the resources at hand, growth is a key metric in just about all cases. At points in any growing... 
by PrismHQ | Oct 4, 2024 | Production Management, Technology, Tips and Tricks
Manual data entry – it’s a necessary evil in many businesses of all sizes. It’s straightforward, easy to implement, and seems inexpensive (at first). It may even seem unavoidable in some cases, and many manufacturing companies still rely on manual data entry... 
by PrismHQ | Sep 27, 2024 | Production Management, Technology, Tips and Tricks
Communication breakdowns are never a good thing, but in manufacturing, where precision and coordination are critical, a communication breakdown can lead to costly delays, safety risks, and reduced efficiency. In some cases, process adjustments and training can remedy...