Last week, we discussed how manufacturers are upping their game with innovative technologies. This week, we want to dive into another key area: efficiency.
Consider this scenario: concerned about a sudden breach in security, IT automatically resets everyone’s password without notifying operations. The result? Disaster on the production line – inventory lost, specialized machines damaged, business flow hugely disrupted – and worse, injured employees.
It’s an extreme case, but not unheard of, and not far off from what our teams see in the field every day.
As an IT or operations professional, building an infrastructure designed to absorb this type of disruption, and improve workflow, is critical in making a real impact for your business. Easier said than done, right? Read more
In a down economy, it can be tempting for manufacturers to opt for cheaper networking components. However, before you pull the trigger on the cheapest price you can find, be sure to calculate what a network outage would cost you first. Here’s why.