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What a Hospital Visit Taught Me About Real-Time Manufacturing Data
Three days before relocating my family to Harrisburg, PA, my son broke his arm attempting a jump in Tempe, AZ. I’ve been mountain biking...
Matt Ulepic
Jun 124 min read
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Why ERP Alone Can’t Handle Real-Time Production Disruptions
Using ERP for production management is like driving while looking only in the rearview mirror—it can't address real-time disruptions...
Matt Ulepic
May 294 min read
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Beyond the High-Volume Myth: Unlocking Hidden Productivity in High-Mix, Low-Volume Job Shops with Real-Time Machine Data
High-Mix, Low-Volume Job Shops Face Unique Challenges To Increasing Output For years, the narrative surrounding machine utilization and...
Matt Ulepic
Apr 295 min read
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What Marathon Training Taught Me About Continuous Improvement in Manufacturing
Continuous Improvement in Manufacturing and Training for a Marathon For over 35 years, I’ve been a runner—not a particularly fast one,...
Matt Ulepic
Apr 165 min read
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The OEE Illusion: Why "Fuzzy Math" Hinders True Manufacturing Improvement
For decades, Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) has reigned as a key performance indicator (KPI) in the manufacturing world. It's...
Matt Ulepic
Mar 276 min read
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How One Manufacturer Cut Costs & Increased Revenue—With the Same Production Output
At Machine Tracking, we talk to manufacturers every day about their production data. Many times, these conversations start with...
Matt Ulepic
Mar 204 min read
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How Machine Data Revealed GM Turnover Was Causing 100's of Hours of Production Loss
GM Turnover in Q324 Had a Significant Impact on Uptime Using data to improve machine uptime requires real-time tracking systems that...
Matt Ulepic
Mar 46 min read
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What's Worse Than Having No Data? Having Data No One Sees.
How does inaccessible production data directly impact your bottom line in ways that might not be immediately obvious? What's Worse Than...
Matt Ulepic
Feb 177 min read
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How To Monitor Your Machines Without Upsetting Your Operators
Rich discusses how to Monitor Your Machines Without Upsetting Your Operators Positive messaging in manufacturing environments helps teams...
Matt Ulepic
Feb 117 min read
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Equipment ROI Calculator: Calculate Your Manufacturing Machine ROI
The equipment ROI calculator integrates real-time data to show the direct connection between machine performance and revenue. This tool...
Matt Ulepic
Feb 54 min read
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Why Collaboration is Essential for the Future of Manufacturing: Unleashing the Full Potential of Your Team
In today's fast-paced manufacturing world, collaboration is more crucial than ever. As new technologies emerge and competition grows, it...
Matt Ulepic
Feb 23 min read
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Deciding on the Best Tools for Effective Machine Monitoring: What You Need to Know
In today's competitive manufacturing landscape, machine monitoring is no longer optional; it is vital for success. Companies that embrace...
Matt Ulepic
Feb 24 min read
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