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Sep 19, 2018

Predictive maintenance is a good starting point for digital transformation. Are you ready?

As a manufacturer, the way you operate and make money is changing. Meeting your customer needs is no longer just about the products you make and how... Read the whole entry... »
Aug 29, 2018

Industry 4.0: Obstacles and opportunities

By Nick Castellina Digital manufacturing. Industry 4.0. You’re probably familiar with these terms, and maybe you’ve even successfully piloted.....
Aug 08, 2018

Are you ready to collaborate with your customers on product design?

In its 2018 predictions, analyst firm IDC prognosticated the following will happen by 2019: 50% of manufacturers will be collaborating directly with... Read the whole entry... »
Jun 12, 2018

Creating a Competitive Edge through Service

This is part 3 of our series on meeting increased competitive threats. In part 1 of this series we discussed the reasons behind...
Jun 12, 2018

Is the competition in your rearview mirror and gaining fast?

How do you fend off competitive threats? In part 1 of this series we discussed the reasons behind increased competition. Now, we move on to... Read the whole entry... »
Jun 11, 2018

Competitive threats and how to protect yourself

This is part 1 in a 3-part series on facing the competition Is it getting hot in here? The pace of change in manufacturing today is... Read the whole entry... »
Jun 07, 2018

The important role technology upgrades play in GDPR compliance

We kicked off this three-part series with a look at what GDPR is, who is impacted and the opportunities it brings. Then, in part two, we continued... Read the whole entry... »
Jun 06, 2018

What manufacturers need to know about GDPR compliance

We kicked off this three-part series with a look at what GDPR is, who is impacted and the opportunities. Today, we continue with a deeper dive... Read the whole entry... »
May 30, 2018

What does EU’s GDPR mean for manufacturers?

GDPR: Game-changing mandate and why you need to prepare This three-part series on GDPR covers what it means to you, why you need to prepare, and how... Read the whole entry... »
May 04, 2018

Industry 4.0: Separating hype from true innovation

While definitions for Industry 4.0 are numerous, it’s essentially: “The marriage of physical and digital technologies such as analytics,... Read the whole entry... »
May 03, 2018

Small manufacturers face challenges; Technology can help

This is part 2 in a series in honor of Small business Week. If you missed part 1, you can read it here. While...
May 02, 2018

Honoring Small Business Week; Celebrating 5 distinct advantages

This is part 1 in a series on small businesses in manufacturing. C heck back tomorrow for part 2. Small Business Week (April 29-May 5) provides an... Read the whole entry... »
Apr 20, 2018

Technology essentials for deploying an effective servitization plan

Part 2 in a discussion of servitization in manufacturing. Servitization offers many benefits to manufacturers–if it is done well. It can be... Read the whole entry... »
Apr 19, 2018

How to turn service-based offerings into a key differentiator and source of revenue

Part 1 in a discussion of servitization in manufacturing. Check back tomorrow for part 2 To stand out from the sea of almost-alike sources,... Read the whole entry... »
Apr 06, 2018

Top ten IoT applications in the Food and Beverage industry

While the Food and Beverage industry does have its fair share of early adopters of The Internet of Things (IoT) strategies, many companies are still... Read the whole entry... »
Apr 04, 2018

Intersnack Signs Multi-Million Euro Cloud Deal with Infor

The Intersnack Group, owner of KP Snacks Selects Infor to Support Digital Transformation and Wholesale Move to the Cloud in Landmark Contract ... Read the whole entry... »
Mar 30, 2018

Ten elements of modern field service in the era of servitization and outcome-based offerings

To successfully navigate the digitalized service landscape, manufacturers and distributors must have finely-tuned service operations in place, taking... Read the whole entry... »
Mar 21, 2018

View from the window seat on a plane to Tokyo

by John Flavin, Executive Vice President, Manufacturing and Distribution Solutions, Sales From a 30,000-foot view, waves hitting Japan’s shore look... Read the whole entry... »
Mar 16, 2018

What does agility mean in the era of digital disruption?

Digital disruption is the new normal. And, as part of their digitalization journey, manufacturers now have a whole spectrum of modern tools to... Read the whole entry... »
Mar 08, 2018

Help wanted: More women in manufacturing

Today is International Women’s Day , a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. This.....
Mar 07, 2018

Distributor and dealer optimism is good news for IM&E manufacturers

Industrial Machinery and Equipment (IM&E) manufacturers will find positive trends in data derived from a survey of equipment distributors and... Read the whole entry... »
Mar 01, 2018

Analytics help navigate the digital transformation in manufacturing and distribution

By Azmat Tanauli, Senior Director of Product Strategy, focused on the Manufacturing Industry, Birst, an Infor company Digital transformation in... Read the whole entry... »
Feb 27, 2018

NAM State of Manufacturing Tour: Strong tailwinds for manufacturing

The National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) completed its 2018 State of Manufacturing Tour last week, making stops at several plants across... Read the whole entry... »
Feb 27, 2018

Looking forward, looking up

Trends to watch as you modernize and optimize The future looks bright for manufacturing. In the latest Manufacturers’...
Feb 23, 2018

Defining “servitization” and why it matters to manufacturers and distributors

The speed of change in today’s digital world is astounding. Blink and the entire market landscape has shifted. This is especially true in the world... Read the whole entry... »
Feb 20, 2018

What is a “Digital Twin” and why it matters to manufacturing

A digital twin is a duplicate image of a physical object created by a steady stream of data flowing from embedded sensors in the object, thereby... Read the whole entry... »
Feb 01, 2018

Manufacturers express optimism about growth

A report published by the Leading Edge Alliance paints a rosy picture of the global outlook for manufacturing. Manufacturers’ optimism for the.....
Jan 26, 2018

Sustainable Energy Manufacturer Invests in Infor LN as Part of Aggressive Growth Strategy

As the global economy improves, companies are realizing this the right time to seize opportunities, make aggressive plans for growth, and step up... Read the whole entry... »
Jan 25, 2018

Why the UK’s EEF National Manufacturing Conference has global significance

Workforce Issues Set to Dominate Discussion Infor will once again be a sponsor of the E...
Jan 11, 2018

18 Predictions for Manufacturers in 2018

Preview: Webinar January 18 at 11 am EST, 4 pm GMT It’s that time of year. Business analysts, industry pundits, and technology gurus are.....
Jan 10, 2018

Predicting future trends for manufacturing workforce in 2018

As industry experts draft their annual forecasts for the new year, the escalating skills gaps and difficulty recruiting and retaining skilled workers... Read the whole entry... »
Jan 05, 2018

Digital networks: Capturing conversations, decisions and collaborative ideas in a formal process

by Amar Kulkarni, Vice President of Manufacturing, Avaap Digital technologies are bringing sweeping change to the manufacturing industry. According... Read the whole entry... »
Jan 03, 2018

Manufacturing Predictions for 2018: Software’s Role in Managing the Manufacturing Skills Gap

by Nick Castellini, Director Industry and Product Strategy, Discrete Manufacturing, Infor It is a good time to be an American worker. The economy is... Read the whole entry... »
Jan 02, 2018

Manufacturing Predictions for 2018: The CFO’s Role in Digital Transformation”

by Nick Castellina Director of Industry and Product Strategy, Discrete Manufacturing, Infor Just as businesses have evolved in this digital... Read the whole entry... »
Jan 02, 2018

Manufacturing Predictions for 2018: The CFO’s Role in Digital Transformation

by Nick Castellina Director of Industry and Product Strategy, Discrete Manufacturing, Infor Just as businesses have evolved in this digital... Read the whole entry... »
Dec 13, 2017

Herman Miller turns to Infor CPQ to help manage configured products

The quoting process is a critical inflection point in the customer engagement cycle—and one of the factors that sets the tone for the entire... Read the whole entry... »
Dec 12, 2017

Upgrading your ERP creates strong backbone for a digital agenda

by guest contributor, Smitha Singh, Director of Digital Transformation, Manufacturing, Virtusa Digital technology is here to stay and changing... Read the whole entry... »
Nov 17, 2017

Defining networks in F&B and why why they matter

The Food and Beverage industry has had its ups and downs, hits and misses, close calls and grand slam hits out of the ball park. Erratic seems to be... Read the whole entry... »
Nov 17, 2017

Defining networks in F&B and why they matter

The Food and Beverage industry has had its ups and downs, hits and misses, close calls and grand slam hits out of the ball park. Erratic seems to be... Read the whole entry... »
Nov 16, 2017

Defining networks in manufacturing and why they matter

Connectivity is critical in manufacturing today, and not just within the organization, but extending beyond the four walls and embracing a wider web... Read the whole entry... »
Nov 14, 2017

Survey reveals multiple dimensions of the supply chain, now and future

A survey was recently conducted by GT Nexus, an Infor company, and Capgemini about the current and future state of the digital supply chain. The...
Nov 06, 2017

Re-writing priorities to incorporate modern supply chain evolution

When analyst reports and trade articles encourage you to begin the digital transformation of your supply chain, do you shove the ideas away in your... Read the whole entry... »
Nov 02, 2017

Manufacturers say they are thriving, growing, hiring, investing

A recent survey, conducted by RSM US, an audit, tax and consulting firm, indicates manufacturing executives are largely optimistic. Many indicate... Read the whole entry... »
Oct 31, 2017

Double bubble, toil and trouble…the things that should make a manufacturer’s knees wobble

In honor of Halloween, we thought we would take a poll of some of our Infor manufacturing team members and see what makes them quiver and quake. As... Read the whole entry... »
Oct 30, 2017

Team Players: What to Consider When Assembling Your ERP Project Team

By Jeff Carr, Founder and CEO, Ultra Consultants “If everyone is moving forward together, then success takes care of... Read the...
Oct 27, 2017

Dude, where’s my bulletin board?

Guest post by Jessica Dunyon, Workforce Management, Manufacturing, Americas, @jessicadunyon When I was completing my undergraduate degree, I.....
Oct 25, 2017

Will you miss or lead your industry’s digital pivot?

By Stacie Immesberger, Director, Solutions Strategy and Marketing, Supply Chain Planning and Execution, Infor In recognition of Manufacturing Day, we... Read the whole entry... »
Oct 19, 2017

The shift to a value-selling approach for manufacturers

By Craig Wright, Sr. Director, Infor CX The rise of the connected consumer means that customers are more educated and price-savvy about their options... Read the whole entry... »...
Oct 13, 2017

Eight reasons why training needs to be a top priority for manufacturers:

As part of our month-long celebration of Manufacturing Day, we continue our salute to manufacturers and their hard work in forging the industry of... Read the whole entry... »
Oct 12, 2017

The Power of One

As our month-long celebration of “Manufacturing Day” continues, we invited Avaap, Infor Alliance partner, to share views on the changing... Read the whole entry... »
Oct 12, 2017

Women in manufacturing

In honor of Manufacturing Day, we continue our blog series which addresses the evolving issues in the industry, especially the existing skills gaps... Read the whole entry... »
Oct 11, 2017

Manufacturing Supply Chains—From Vertical to Virtual Integration

By Monica Truelsch, Director, Infor GT Nexus Commerce Network Over 100 years ago, construction began on the Ford River Rouge Complex on 2000 acres in... Read the whole entry... »
Oct 10, 2017

Reliability based maintenance: a road map for optimal asset management

In recognition of Manufacturing Day, our tribute to the hard working teams in plants across the country continues. Today, we turn our attention to... Read the whole entry... »
Oct 06, 2017

Manufacturing workers power Manufacturing Day innovation

Happy Manufacturing Day! We end our week-long tribute to modern manufacturing with a guest blog post from Brian Raymond , director of innovation.....
Oct 05, 2017

Celebrating Manufacturing Day, from a sales leader perspective

By John Flavin, EVP, Infor Manufacturing & Distribution solutions I like made-up holidays as much as I like this social media stuff I’ve been... Read the whole entry... »
Oct 04, 2017

The manufacturing legacy and shape of the industry’s future.

In honor of Manufacturing Day, October 6, we continue our series of articles on the state of manufacturing, the evolving workforce, and the outlook... Read the whole entry... »
Oct 03, 2017

The challenges of a changing workforce

As part of our celebration of Manufacturing Week, we look at the dynamic changes happening in factories today, from digital disruption to the... Read the whole entry... »
Oct 02, 2017

Gearing up for Manufacturing Day, October 6

Celebrating. Innovating. Empowering . The state of manufacturing is in the national spotlight this week as the industry and its supporters, like... Read the whole entry... »
Sep 27, 2017

Manufacturing Day! Celebrate. Innovate. Empower.

Infor is a proud supporter of manufacturers. We applaud your hard work, your commitment to growth, and spirit of innovation. We’ve... Read the whole entry... »
Sep 25, 2017

Part 3 in the series: Creating a company culture to support digital change

In this 3-part blog series, we discuss how to foster a digital-ready company culture and the modern technologies which support this new way of... Read the whole entry... »
Sep 19, 2017

Part 2 in the series on Creating a company culture to support digital change.

Previously, in Part 1 of this series, we discussed barriers to digital deployment. Now, we move on to defining elements of the company culture. .....
Sep 19, 2017

Series: Creating a company culture to support digital change

In this 3-part blog series, we discuss how to foster a digital-ready company culture and the modern technologies which support this new way of... Read the whole entry... »
Aug 30, 2017

Checklist for a successful digital transformation in the food and beverage industry

From bakeries to zucchini farmers, food and beverage companies are eager to pursue avenues of growth. Many endeavor to jump start these opportunities... Read the whole entry... »
Aug 22, 2017

Supply & Demand: The Age-Old Supply Chain Story Gets a New Twist

by Stacie Immesberger, Director, Solutions Strategy and Marketing, Supply Chain Planning and Execution, Infor We often speak about how much... Read the whole entry... »
Aug 02, 2017

Digital transformation in manufacturing: Getting started–part two

This is the conclusion to a two-part series. Click here to read part one. In yesterday’s blog post, we covered why now...
Aug 01, 2017

Digital disruption in manufacturing; Getting started–part 1

This is part one in a series The series offers advice on how to get started on your digital journey. The insights apply to large enterprises... Read the whole entry... »
Jul 24, 2017

A practical application for Machine Learning

by Pedro Arellano, Vice President of Product Strategy at Birst, an Infor company. Machine Learning has gone from a niche area of technology to being... Read the whole entry... »
Jul 20, 2017

The first step in your digital journey is the hardest, but most important

In a recent North America conference of IT professionals in the manufacturing segment, a speaker asked the audience who in the group had a digital plan.....
Jul 19, 2017

Capgemini shares stage with Infor, discusses digital masters vs digital beginners

By Debbie Krupitzer, NA Practice Lead for Digital Manufacturing and Industrial IoT at Capgemini. During the recent Inforum, I had the pleasure of... Read the whole entry... »
Jul 18, 2017

Five easy steps manufacturers can use to improve customer communication

by Kevin Joyce, CMO and vice president of strategy services with The Pedowitz Group. I recently had the honor of moderating a panel discussion on the... Read the whole entry... »
Jul 17, 2017

Infor’s artificial intelligence strategy: advise, augment, and automate

Artificial intelligence (AI) is real, and it’s going to be huge. If you think you’ve heard that one before, hold on a minute. It’s true... Read the whole entry... »
Jun 26, 2017

The Evolution of Customer Engagement and What it Means for Manufacturers

It’s no secret that customer centricity is quickly becoming the most critical factor in establishing market differentiation and building long term... Read the whole entry... »
May 09, 2017

New leadership and organizational requirements in a customer-centric world: Part 4

Part 4 of a 5-part series on the changing C-level foundation in manufacturing Despite pressure to adopt disruptive technology at the speed of change,... Read the whole entry... »
May 05, 2017

New leadership and organizational requirements in a customer-centric world: Part 3

Part 3 of a 5-part series on the changing C-level foundation in manufacturing Despite pressure to adopt disruptive technology at the speed of... Read the whole entry... »
May 04, 2017

New leadership and organizational requirements in a customer-centric world: Part 2

Part 2 of a 5-part series on the changing C-level foundation in manufacturing Despite pressure to adopt disruptive technology at the speed of change,... Read the whole entry... »
May 01, 2017

New leadership and organizational requirements in a customer-centric world

A 5-part series on the changing C-level foundation in manufacturing Despite pressure to adopt disruptive technology at the speed of change,... Read the whole entry... »
Apr 24, 2017

Innovation in manufacturing from 3 expert perspectives

Infor and IndustryWeek recently hosted a panel discussion on the front-line issues surrounding innovation in manufacturing. Professionals from... Read the whole entry... »
Apr 18, 2017

Global economy looking up for manufacturers

Christine Lagarde, International Monetary Fund (IMF) managing director, said in a recent speech that...
Apr 14, 2017

Reimagining the digital supply chain to support customer centricity

Given all the attention to the supply chain over the past two decades, one might think all available efficiencies have already been found. But in the... Read the whole entry... »
Apr 10, 2017

Speeding new product introductions to meet customer expectations

Building and turning on an “innovation engine” is no easy task. Manufacturers in all industries are facing increased pressure to speed... Read the whole entry... »
Apr 03, 2017

Building customer loyalty in B2B manufacturing

It’s the era of customer focus. Manufacturers in every industry are learning that customer obsession—not just customer service—is increasingly... Read the whole entry... »
Mar 29, 2017

10 ways software stretches resources, boosts productivity, and helps cope with skilled worker shortage

Manufacturing jobs are in the spotlight once again. The federal focus on bringing manufacturing jobs back to American workers has stirred up the... Read the whole entry... »
Mar 27, 2017

Manufacturing’s great debate: Is the idea or execution more important to innovation success?

Innovation is a central component of manufacturing today. It takes many forms and addresses many functions. Some are simple tactics for improving shop... Read the whole entry... »
Mar 22, 2017

Pharma productivity requires a systemic check-up

The pharmaceutical industry is anything but stable. While an aging population and emerging technologies offer an optimistic outlook, downward pressure... Read the whole entry... »
Mar 21, 2017

Manufacturing software solutions help meet demand for increased agility

A new report from the MPI Group examines the challenges and opportunities industrial machinery and equipment (IM&E) manufacturers face and... Read the whole entry... »
Mar 20, 2017

Start with low-hanging fruit: 4 ways smart technology improves manufacturing productivity

You’ve likely heard or read about the predictions stating smart, connected products, systems, and machinery will transform manufacturing.... Read the whole entry... »
Mar 14, 2017

Improving workforce productivity in industrial machinery and equipment manufacturing

Inconsistent productivity rates can cause recurring issues for industrial machinery and equipment (IM&E) manufacturers, impacting overall customer... Read the whole entry... »
Mar 13, 2017

Productivity booster: Brush off your Lean program plan

When Lean manufacturing concepts first gained attention in western manufacturing, ERP solutions were entirely different than they are today. In those... Read the whole entry... »
Mar 10, 2017

10 IT investment guidelines for improved plant productivity

Improving productivity in manufacturing today is like trying to invent a better mousetrap. Manufacturers already have systems that work and are highly... Read the whole entry... »
Mar 07, 2017

Productivity means profit for food companies

Over the last century, the world’s population has quadrupled. According to the Harvard Business Review, in 1915 there were 1.8 billion people.....
Mar 03, 2017

Millennial mythbusters: They don’t buy cars

We’ve heard it for a few years now: Millennials don’t buy cars. First we heard it from a 2011 study from the University of Michigan ......
Feb 21, 2017

How cloud creates a more agile pharma business

Attitudes toward cloud computing have undergone a fundamental transformation. While initially viewed as an effective new way to save on capital... Read the whole entry... »
Feb 14, 2017

Industrial machinery and equipment manufacturers: New opportunities await

Infor has commissioned a new report from analyst firm MPI Group to examine the state of industry for industrial machinery and equipment manufacturers... Read the whole entry... »
Feb 13, 2017

Despite the rush to market, don’t cut corners

Manufacturers, attempting to move at the speed of change, run the risk of becoming careless about regulations and mandates. As they rush to market... Read the whole entry... »
Feb 08, 2017

Agility for industrial manufacturers and 10 tips to achieve it

Industry experts frequently talk about agility. It’s one of today’s most popular buzz words. But, for industrial manufacturers or manufacturers... Read the whole entry... »
Feb 07, 2017

Grocery e-commerce is far more than a retail opportunity

Although grocery shoppers have been relatively slow to embrace online sales channels, new technology and enhanced delivery options are accelerating... Read the whole entry... »
Feb 02, 2017

Nationalist trade policies disrupt high-tech manufacturing

The Trump administration has been firm on its stance to bring more manufacturing jobs to the United States. However, the details are still unclear as... Read the whole entry... »
Feb 01, 2017

UK automakers move from record-breaking 2016 to uncertainty-filled 2017

Like their US peers , UK automakers are bracing for an uncertain year ahead after enjoying a record-breaking 2016. Last week, the Society of Motor.....
Jan 31, 2017

Nationalism vs. globalization: Software supports agile response to changing manufacturing landscape

Here’s part 2 of a 2-part article looking at the impact of nationalism on US manufacturing. Read part 1....
Aug 18, 2016

How digitalization is changing the skills needed in manufacturing

Digital technologies are changing the face of manufacturing. The sweeping changes are often accelerating faster than companies can craft... Read the whole entry... »
Aug 09, 2016

Recent jobs reports kindle optimism for manufacturers

Any incremental climb in manufacturing jobs is good news. But when the US Department of Labor announced 255,000 new jobs were created in July, that... Read the whole entry... »
Aug 03, 2016

Survey: How manufacturers view Brexit

EEF reports on manufacturers’ response to UK’s European Union referendum Manufacturers know that global political issues tend to trickle down to... Read the whole entry... »
Jul 21, 2016

The risks and rewards of product development

Product development is the lifeblood of a successful manufacturing company. But in many cases it can also be a double-edged sword. On the one hand,... Read the whole entry... »
Jul 08, 2016

Infor A&D customers take flight at Farnborough Airshow

Farnborough, the birthplace of UK aviation, will be hosting the international Farnborough Airshow beginning Monday, July 11. This is...
Jul 07, 2016

Manufacturing is alive and well—just changed

Infor President Stephen Scholl weighed in on the health of U.S. manufacturing last week in a Contributors Blog post on The Hill , a popular political... Read the whole entry... »
Jul 06, 2016

Shining the spotlight on manufacturing performance

Can government-backed initiatives help manufacturers learn their new roles? The formation of the ninth manufacturing hub was announced...
Jun 15, 2016

COOL solutions for food and beverage compliance

With an increasing focus on global sourcing, food & beverage managers are facing a whole new range of food safety challenges. Not only do they... Read the whole entry... »
Jun 03, 2016

Part 3 from Gartner: Network design & execution — keys to supply chain resilience

Supply chains face increasing levels of risk and volatility. As economic change accelerates and varieties of threats and risk grow, supply chain... Read the whole entry... »
Jun 02, 2016

Part 2: Gartner Supply Chain Conference goes bimodal

Bimodal business was a major theme at Gartner’s 2016 Supply Chain Execution Conference in Phoenix last week. A bimodal strategy is essential for.....
Feb 09, 2016

Discrete manufacturers: Are you too advanced for your current PLM solution?

Take a look at the effectiveness of most product lifecycle management (PLM) solutions, and you'll see that simple tasks are usually handled quite comfortably. With abilities predominantly based around product data management (PDM), many of these applications are sufficient for smaller companies...
Feb 03, 2016

Manage growth in 2016: Investing in R&D

Bimodal IT: What goes around, comes around Ford Motor Co. made headlines recently when it announced its intent to split its IT organization into two divisions: one to focus on IT core competencies, and another dedicated to emerging technologies like robotics, ride sharing, and automated driving...
Feb 02, 2016

Are you drowning in useless information?

We all know that effective sales & operations planning (S&OP) relies on having recent and relevant information at your fingertips. However, with most communications taking place over email, SharePoint®, and instant messaging, it doesn't take long before sorting through a plethora of...
Feb 02, 2016

Increase visibility. See the difference.

To examine the factors that lead to process manufacturing success, the Aberdeen Group compiled a study to examine how top-performing companies set themselves apart. One key finding was their attitude towards promoting visibility through the enterprise. This was in fact the biggest single difference...
Jan 22, 2016

Infor EAM solutions win Plant Engineering awards

Unexpected down-time can be your worst enemy. That’s why manufacturers are increasingly turning to enterprise asset management (EAM) solutions to help them maintain and manage their critical shop floor machines, fleets and equipment. If you are evaluating EAM solutions for future investments, you...
Jan 21, 2016

Innovation in 3rd-party logistics (3PL) is no longer optional

As traditional services such as transportation warehousing and order fulfillment become commoditized, third-party logistics (3PL) providers are compelled to develop strategies for offering new capabilities and services to remain competitive. The driver of any business strategy is the customer. In a...
Jan 20, 2016

Compliance helps leaders remain leaders

In our previous post (01/04/2016) we looked at the key attributes that set leaders in Process Manufacturing apart. One of the standout finding was the priority that top-performing companies placed on regulatory compliance. With controls increasing in number and in complexity every year, a failure...
Jan 20, 2016

What is IBP for process manufacturing — and what can it do for you?

Integrated business planning (IBP) is not a revolutionary concept, yet many food & beverage and chemical companies are still operating in rigid supply chain silos. So what is IBP for process manufacturing? And what can it do for you? Join Infor IBP webinar on Tuesday, Jan 26 at noon EST to find...
Jan 19, 2016

Manage growth in 2016: Adding capacity

Auto suppliers are adding capacity to meet the anticipated boost in production, expected to top 19 million units by 2022, according to data from IHS Automotive. If you find yourself struggling to keep up with demand, now may be a good time to consider how you are going to get ahead of things in...
Jan 14, 2016

Manage growth in 2016: Mergers & acquisitions

2016 Predictions series: Beyond the hype and hogwash 2016 is shaping up to be the year for mergers and acquisitions in the auto industry. As an auto manufacturer and supplier, that means there will likely be new business partners, new processes, and new expectations for you. Here are some things to...
Jan 12, 2016

A glimpse at 2016: High tech and aerospace & defense

2016 Predictions series: Beyond the hype and hogwash Although the business of predictions is spotty at best, it’s still fun to use the turning of the New Year as an opportunity to put forward an educated guess about what we’ll see in business, technology, and industry for the year ahead. Both the...
Jan 08, 2016

Looking for innovation trends in manufacturing? Follow the money!

2016 Predictions series: Beyond the hype and hogwash Predictions for the future of manufacturing point to many disruptive technologies appearing on a foggy horizon. We know they are out there, but the details seem to be vague and elusive, clouded in hyperbole and hype. They are the exciting...
Jan 07, 2016

2016: A year of action for industrial manufacturers

2016 predictions series: Beyond the hype and hogwash In 2015, most industrial manufacturers experienced modest levels of profitability helped by lower commodity prices and low wage inflation. This environment provided a brief window of opportunity to consider the role new “disruptive” technologies...
Jan 05, 2016

Automakers & suppliers: Manage growth in 2016

Although the final numbers have yet to be tallied, it’s safe to say 2015 was a year of substantial growth for US automakers and suppliers. Automakers reported their best October sales in a decade with 1.46 million vehicles sold that month—representing a 13.6% increase over the same period a year...
Jan 05, 2016

How do leaders become leaders?

When looking to enhance competitiveness, it pays to examine how top performing manufacturers operate - and identify just what it is that sets leaders apart. In a recent study on Process Manufacturing, the Aberdeen Group rated companies against key attributes for manufacturing success: > Response...
Dec 29, 2015

2016 predictions for manufacturing

Beyond the hype and hogwash: Infor strategists predict 2016 will usher in manufacturing milestones It’s that time of year when trade industry writers reflect on the past year’s accomplishments and gaze into the future to predict forthcoming trends. While optimistic pundits will put on rose-colored...
Dec 16, 2015

Desperately seeking supply chain visibility

For as many years as we can remember, supply chain visibility has topped the charts of desired capabilities in virtually every survey of supply chain executives. It is also one of the most elusive capabilities for most companies. Global competition, complexity, speed, accuracy, regulatory...
Dec 10, 2015

5 disruptive technologies that are friendly after all

Part 3 of 3-part series: Disruptive Technologies aren’t so scary after all Big impact technologies In the past two installments of this series, we discussed the high impact of disruptive technologies and the value of a paradigm shift, including examples of past manufacturing transformations that...
Dec 08, 2015

Biggie-size rewards with junior-size disruption

Part 2 of 3-part series: Disruptive technologies aren’t so scary after all Fact or fiction? Manufacturers who have become skeptical after surfing wave after wave of new IT technology launches may doubt a whole industry transformation is even possible—or desirable. Is a paradigm shift plausible? To...
Dec 07, 2015

How do ERP solutions stack up?

Read the independent TEC Focus Indicator and compare for yourself There are many factors involved in choosing an ERP system that's ideally suited to a Process Manufacturing business. So to find out exactly how leading vendors rate, the Technology Evaluation Centers (TEC) took a closer look. Based...
Dec 04, 2015

Disruptive technologies don’t have to be disruptive

Part 1 of 3-part series: Disruptive technologies aren’t so scary after all “Are disruptive technologies worth the disruption they cause?” That’s a question many manufacturers ask themselves when they hear promises of world-changing technology. Although “disruptive technology” may sound intimidating...
Jun 16, 2014

Infor ERPs Recognized as Leaders by Nucleus Research in Latest Technology Value Matrix

Apr 21, 2013

New contract signed

Midport have signed an agreement with a new customer, a large provider of maintenance services for the rail industry. The project includes a comprehensive implementation of ERP Infor LN, Infor ION and a large-scale integration project.
Mar 11, 2013

Infor ION Becomes Infor's Top-Selling and Fastest Growing Product

Infor, a leading provider of business application software serving more than 70,000 customers, today announced strong momentum for Infor ION technology. More than 900 organizations in 59 countries have purchased ION, making it the top-selling and fastest-growing product in Infor's portfolio of...
Nov 12, 2012

Infor LN Recognized as Leader in ERP by Nucleus Research

Infor a leading provider of business application software serving more than 70,000 customers, today announced that Infor LN has been recognized as a Leader among enterprise resource planning (ERP) applications in Nucleus Research's latest Technology Value Matrix for Enterprise Resource Planning.