How do we actually use massive amounts of raw data? Data - it’s everywhere. More than ever. The problem with this ever-expanding array of data is that it’s becoming increasingly overwhelming and difficult for organizations to manage, understand and effectively apply raw data using certain current technologies. It doesn’t have to be this way. ...

The concept of a “known unknown” has become the reality around today’s global supply chain disruptions, which are set to continue into 2022 and perhaps beyond. Covid-19 has had a massive impact, and now the Ukraine situation is causing further uncertainty. Both extremely difficult situations also point out just how critical our supply chains are. ...

Remember dad’s stories about the good old days? Maybe you just finished complaining—then he’d recount how in his day, he and his friends had to walk to school, uphill both ways — in a snowstorm, of course. That’s right. Things used to be more difficult. No one, though, actually likes doing things the hard way. Besides, it’s much more impressive to ...

With the fourth industrial revolution (aka Smart Manufacturing or Industry4.0) well underway, it’s crucial for manufacturers want to stay efficient, competitive and in compliance with industry standards by upgrading to the smartest digital equipment. And a well-oiled shop floor is a critical component of an efficient, competitive and compliant ...

Concerned about profits, supply chains, the environment, or your organization’s public reputation? One surprising way to enhance all those areas is to consider your supply chain, particularly the inefficiencies. Waste not, want not, as the old adage goes, is a fine, pithy sentiment to be sure. The “waste not” part however has often proven to be a ...

Have you ever noticed that complexity is really quite complex? Yet they say simplicity is complexity resolved. It’s really quite simple. Wait, what? Think about feats of strength or athleticism that leave you feeling underwhelmed. The general retort is often, “Well, could you do that?” No, the average person wouldn’t be able to pull those things ...

ThinkIQ is starting a fireside chat series with industry experts Greg Ladd, vice president of sales for ThinkIQ, Doug Lawson, Founder and CEO of ThinkIQ and Jake Barr, CEO of World Supply Chain Consulting sharing need to know thoughts for smart manufacturing in 2022. Grab a cup of coffee, tea or your favorite beverage and spend just 14 minutes ...

Marines say “Improvise, Adapt, and Overcome.” And that’s exactly what the world has been doing since COVID-19 really started changing our way of life in early 2020. It’s incredible to think that early on, we spoke in terms of things resuming back to normal in just a couple of weeks, then later by Easter, and on and on the deadline for normalcy has ...

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Doug Lawson, ThinkIQ CEO speaks at the CESMII Smart Manufacturing Summit 2021 on "How Smart Manufacturing Enables Business Value". Everyone responsible for supply chain and manufacturing optimization should not mee this presentation which can be seen here