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StrataFlows: Embracing the LLM Revolution

Change is the only constant, especially in the manufacturing sector. Among the most prominent catalysts of this change in recent years is Generative AI, especially Large Language Models (LLMs). Powered by cutting-edge artificial intelligence, LLMs are setting new benchmarks in industrial processes. StrataFlows, sensing this evolution, has adeptly incorporated LLMs, …

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Cybersecurity

Ensuring Cybersecurity in the Age of Digitization

As digital transformation seizes businesses globally, new trends like low-code and no-code application development platforms gain attention. These platforms offer opportunities for increased agility and democratized development, marking a substantial shift in software engineering. However, they also raise concerns about application security. Balancing the adoption of these platforms while maintaining …

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StrataFlows Predictive Maintenance

Revolutionizing Industrial Maintenance with Predictive Maintenance 4.0

We are standing on the precipice of the fourth industrial revolution. Today’s world is increasingly digitized, and technology is rapidly transforming every aspect of our lives, including the way we conduct business. One area that has seen significant technological advancements is industrial maintenance. The introduction of predictive maintenance (PdM) 4.0, …

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Transforming the Manufacturing Industry with Mobile Technology

In an increasingly mobile and digital world, industries across the spectrum are feeling the pressure to adapt and innovate. Particularly, the manufacturing sector is facing immense pressure to streamline operations and increase productivity. Now more than ever, the sector is exploring the myriad opportunities offered by advanced technologies like mobile …

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Harnessing the Power of Business Process Automation

Mitigating Risks with StrataFlows The business world is in the midst of a digital transformation. To keep pace and remain competitive, companies need to evolve from traditional structures and adapt to the digital age. Market analysts from IDC, a global marketing intelligence and technology advisory firm, have concluded that digital …

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Revolutionizing Production Efficiency Through Downtime Analysis and Automation

The manufacturing industry is an ever-evolving sector that faces numerous challenges in optimizing efficiency and minimizing downtime. Operators on the shop floor possess firsthand knowledge and insights, yet communication gaps often leave other stakeholders in the dark regarding production status and efficiency. A holistic approach involving automation, data analytics, and …

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SSOT

Harnessing the Power of a Single Source of Truth with StrataFlows

At a time when data is the lifeblood of decision-making, organizations are grappling with the challenge of data silos. These isolated clusters of information, scattered across various systems, make data-driven decisions a herculean task. To overcome this, businesses are transitioning towards a single source of truth (SSOT) model, where data …

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The Power of Business Process Automation in Manufacturing

In an era of digitization and data-driven decision-making, manual data input has become a liability rather than an asset. Organizations that are stuck in the rut of manual data entry are inadvertently wasting resources and hampering their growth potential. This issue can be easily rectified with Business Process Automation (BPA). …

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Finding Your Next Purple Squirrel in Manufacturing

The quest for the purple squirrel — that elusive, perfectly-qualified job candidate — has long been a central focus in recruitment circles. This term, coined by employment recruiters, describes the job candidate with the precise right education, set of experiences, and qualifications that fits the job requirements to a tee. …

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Robots Taking Over Supply Chain

Robots Taking Over Supply Chain

Robots and robotic processes are portrayed in many Hollywood blockbusters as a part of the science fiction world, but now they are becoming a crucial component of the manufacturing and logistics industries. Deloitte says these autonomous robots can range anywhere “from robotic process automation to flying vehicles with powerful image …

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Material Flow Analysis

Optimize Material Flow: Analyze Issues and Exceptions

StrataFlows Featured as an Expert Columnist in Supply & Drive Chain Executive Material Flow Analysis (MFA), or Process Flow Analysis (PFA), is fundamental to any material handling strategy. MFA aims to map, inspect, and evaluate all flow of materials from suppliers, to storage locations, and finally to the point of …

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Technology Solutions: Thriving Amid Disruptions

Technology Solutions: Thriving Amid Disruptions

Resiliency has been the overwhelming theme in the past year as companies have grappled with changes in the supply chain due to Covid-19. As the ProMatDX approaches in April, manufacturers are reminded of software solutions that give them more visibility in their supply chain as they recover and prepare for …

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Top 5 Reasons Spreadsheets Can’t Drive Process Change

Top 5 Reasons Spreadsheets Can’t Drive Process Change

Paper. Email. Spreadsheets. Compared to the automated, fast-paced environment of manufacturing, these tools are antiquated, cumbersome, and slow. Yet supply chain managers rely on paper, emails, and spreadsheets every day for critical functions including material handling. This often leads to costly production outages due to material flow or other avoidable …

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