Year: 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) and digital enhancements seem to be getting much of the attention in the manufacturing industry media. However, another game-changer is further advancing the industry by taking advantage of these two remarkable technologies. It’s called collaborative manufacturing, and the benefits it offers are becoming increasingly important for success in today’s manufacturing markets. One…

Working at the same company for 25 years is a rare occurrence these days. Global Shop Solutions is proud to announce the latest addition to the Quarter Century Club – Ilya Dynkin, VP of Sales. When Dynkin joined Global Shop Solutions early in his career, he had no experience with ERP or manufacturing software. What…

In the last four years, I’ve visited over 50 manufacturers and had the privilege of deep diving into their systems to provide insights on how they can improve their processes. At the core, all of them need to accomplish the same thing and do so by following these steps: The above steps require a chain…

One of the most important aspects of ERP software for manufacturers is the stability of the software provider. Global Shop Solutions is proud to recognize Chris Pinaire, MBA, Director of New Implementations, for his 20 years of dedicated service to the manufacturing industry. Pinaire began his career with Global Shop Solutions as a customer service…

In the second of this two-part blog, we will explore how continuous improvement works in conjunction with ERP software as it offers an ideal approach for small to medium-sized manufacturing companies. (If you missed part 1, read it here.) ACHIEVING CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT WITH ERP ERP software plays an indispensable role throughout the shop floor. However,…

In the manufacturing industry, continuous improvement is both a philosophy and strategy for long-term success. Based on the Japanese business philosophy of “Kaizen,” it seeks to optimize production activities that generate value and eliminate waste. Continuous improvement uses an integrated approach where processes, products and services are monitored on a regular basis and continually improved in…

Productivity plays an important role in the profitability and competitiveness of manufacturers by measuring the rate of output per unit of output. When productivity is high it can improve customer service, decrease operational costs, boost employee morale, and help the business achieve its financial goals. Maintaining high productivity levels is similar to achieving consistent product…

If everything went off without a hitch in manufacturing, life would be much simpler for those who make the products that are essential to our lives. Of course, nothing goes off without a hitch, but facing the challenges head-on can develop new ideas, improve problem solving skills, and lead to better products, more efficient processes,…