Product Management

Many legacy systems have fallen to the wayside due to market evolution, but none faster than enterprise resource planning (ERP). Here’s the new solution that’s eradicating the dinosaurs.

What’s the right product or part numbering scheme for you? Find out now.

Looking to become a supply chain analyst or learn how to find one for your business? This deep dive tells you everything you need to know first.

The supply chain job market is teeming with qualified candidates nowadays, and it’s easy to feel lost. Here’s everything you’ll need to make your resume stand out.

So you’ve got a big idea for a new product. What’s the best way to get it made? Learn why contract manufacturing might be the answer.

Bonus Rule: Keep Transforming. Featuring Michael Farr, VP of Operations and Plant Manager at MSA Safety, who explains his lessons learned in his 40 years of manufacturing experience.

Eradicating planned obsolescence is not only a cost-saving measure but a necessary action to engage an increasingly customer-driven and climate-focused market.

Although New Product Introduction and New Product Development are similar, they do not describe the same components of product innovation. Learn about the key differences between each process.

For Manufacturing Month 2022, we examined the state of the manufacturing industry job market. Here’s how recent trends are affecting career opportunities (the reality may surprise you!).

As manufacturing jobs return to the US, companies need to determine if shifting to local supply chains is a strategic advantage or a short-term blip.

Part numbers, SKUs, dimensions, branding assets, images, sales collateral. Amazing things happen when ALL your product information is housed under one proverbial roof.

Our debut Converged Live webinar features VP of Product Marketing Tom Shoemaker explaining where PLM delivered, where it’s fallen short, and where it needs to go next.

If your PLM and ERP systems are disconnected, undergoing integration can seem daunting. The thing to keep in mind is the profound benefits to your future product launches.

CAPA? MTBF? NCMR? At first glance, the world of product manufacturing seems to be one big secret code. Here’s your ultimate guide to supply chain acronyms.

A single source of product truth can go a long way when you consider how much time and energy gets wasted without it.

No matter how thorough your R&D stage, there's always room to improve. That's why a fast, efficient case-to-complaint management process can help build and strengthen customer loyalty.

Joe Greibel, Director of Physical Product at Sunday, explains how his company is delivering better and more sustainable lawn care as a service.

Alex Garden, CEO of Zume, explains how their robotic technology replaces single-use plastic with compostable plant fiber-based products.

Industry pioneers are seeing their revenue growth skyrocket with PVM. Find out if your company can achieve the same success.

Bonus Rule: Prepare for Disruptions. Manufacturers are facing a shortage of components, equipment, even people. Here’s how Rockley Photonics and MSA Safety are getting through it.

More and more companies are investing in custom product development. Learn how they're using this competitive advantage in the market, and how it may be easier to achieve than you think.

Episode 4. Rule 4: Secure Your Supply Chain. Looking for solutions to supply chain issues? Try asking the right questions.

Episode 7: Michael Farr (MSA Safety)

Episode 2: Vincent Wong (TOMZ)

Explore why supply chain analytics are crucial to success in manufacturing and how they can be used for more informed decision-making.

Supply chain specialists are an integral part of the supply chain. But what does the role involve and why is it necessary?

Value chain analysis and value chain management are closely related, but still distinct. Explore the nuances and what makes them equally valuable.

Explore the most notable US manufacturing statistics, trends, and insights through an industry lens.

PLM refers to the management of data and processes used in the design, engineering, manufacturing, sales, and service of a product across the entire lifecycle.

PLM isn't just for engineers. The benefits of PLM span across the organization and beyond.