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Internet of Things Drives Supply Chain Innovation |
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July 2017 |
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SDI’s supply chain solutions help customers capitalize on the transformational strategic and daily operations advantages the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) promises. Here are some of the ways SDI is harnessing the power of IIoT’s data collection, assessment, and real-time response: |
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Smart vending machines that track usage and trigger reorders based on demand |
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Tracking systems that knows when and why parts may fail and can present options for dealing with repair and maintenance needs |
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Supplier performance tracking to assure compliance with pricing, turnaround, and other contractual agreements |
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SDI’s management of the rich data available through the IIoT, helps manufacturing companies control costs, optimize production, and make better decisions. Click to learn more about SDI’s use of IIoT and how it can benefit your business. |
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Case Example of Skepticism, Pain and Drive to Improve |
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In the second part of our three-part series outlining Ascend Performance Materials’ integration of SDiExchange, we outline the concerns Ascend’s new IT Director felt towards the project, how they were overcome, and the incorporation of SDiConnect. To properly integrate SDiExchange with Ascend’s SAP system, SDI proposed SDiConnect, a bridge between two very different systems ensuring smooth communication. The results saved Ascend both money and time. |
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Partner Perspective with Executive Director of Penn State's CSCR |
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Chris Moore’s Partner Perspectives series is dedicated to gaining valuable MRO knowledge through Chris’ interviews with various industry experts. Over a year ago, Chris had the opportunity to speak with Penn State’s Executive Director of the Center for Supply Chain Research, Steve Tracey. In his time with Chris, Steve offered industry insights from an academic perspective, his thoughts on the future of indirect supply chains, and the steps he would recommend others pursue. |
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