In the manufacturing industry, there are various important processes ranging from the procurement of raw materials and the manufacturing location and schedule to the allocation of workers and inventory and shipping management. Managing this large amount of information is considered production control work. A production control system is a system used to manage and streamline the complexities related to critical business information. In this blog, we’ll explain the functions of the production management system, how to introduce it, the benefits of introducing it, and the means of solving proble ..read more

Leverage Edge Computing platforms to rapidly modernize HMI/SCADA solutions and maximize reliability Traditional HMI/SCADA architectures have existed for many years, providing users with the capability to operate plants and facilities since the advent of modern automation and control. Although this is all good, demands for better, faster, and cheaper solutions have increased amid a rapid move toward digital transformation. Here, sometimes good is not enough. Let’s look at how organizations leverage Edge Computing platforms to rapidly modernize HMI/SCADA solutions and maximize reliability. What ..read more

In recent years, the use of data in the manufacturing industry has grown significantly, especially when solving challenges related to manufacturing processes and technology succession issues. With that being said, some on-site managers worry that they are collecting a large amount of data without knowing how to use it efficiently. In this blog, we’ll discuss common challenges faced by manufacturing organizations, solutions to these challenges, and the benefits of using data correctly. Understand why data utilization leads to improvements in manufacturing and how to implement data utilization f ..read more

In the manufacturing industry, the introduction of cutting-edge IT technologies, such as AI and IoT, are improving production efficiency and product quality – progressing quickly toward smart technology. As the amount of data increases, real-time analysis often becomes difficult. The amount of data transmitted via networks also increases, creating new challenges such as delays in operations. Therefore, Edge Computing is being leveraged to solve the problems that arise in smart factories. In this blog, we’ll talk about how Edge Computing solves problems for smart factories, improves production ..read more

MES is gaining attention as a system that supports manufacturing organizations. In this blog, we will introduce the features and functions of MES, why it’s gaining attention, why it’s crucial for the manufacturing industry, the benefits of implementing it, and how it differs from other systems such as production control systems and ERP. What is MES Let’s look at the meaning and functions of a Manufacturing Execution System, or MES, which has been proven to support manufacturers globally. Manufacturing Execution System MES is an abbreviation for “Manufacturing Execution System” and is defined a ..read more

Production management, or production control, is an essential task for the manufacturing industry. In this blog, we’ll cover the meaning and purpose of production management as well as the importance, specific examples of tasks, common challenges manufacturing companies face with production management, and how those challenges are solved. Why is production control important in the manufacturing industry? It’s no secret; production control is extremely important for the manufacturing industry. But, why? Let’s consider the meaning and purpose of production management. Meaning of production contr ..read more

MEC, or multi-access Edge Computing, utilizes 5G technology, which is bringing a lot of positive attention. Although it’s gaining traction, many don’t understand the difference when compared to conventional Edge Computing. Within this blog, we’ll introduce use cases and specific examples. What is MEC MEC is an abbreviation for Multi-Access Edge Computing and is one standard developed by ETSI (European Telecommunications Standards Institute). The technology evolved Edge Computing for mobile communications and is rapidly gaining attention as a great way to tap into 5G network performance. What i ..read more

Edge Computing has been attracting a lot of positive attention, especially with the spread of IoT. Often, Edge Computing is considered the opposite of the cloud, but it is not. In this blog learn the differences between Edge Computing, the cloud, and traditional on-premises technology; why Edge Computing is attracting attention; and what benefits it has. Overview of Edge Computing and Why it’s Gaining Attention What kind of Edge Computing is attracting attention? Let’s take a look. Definition and Concept of Edge Computing Edge Computing is a distributed open IT architecture that performs proc ..read more

First in-person partner event in three years November is a busy month for Stratus Japan. Not only is it the close of our third quarter, but it is also the month our teams plan for the next fiscal year. For the first time in three years, we could host our valued partners in a live event, which was a great experience to get everybody back together in the same place. I also took part in an event called “Nenrin Pick 2022”, which is a senior national sports event. My second daughter also recently got married, and we celebrated her wedding and reception on Thanksgiving Day. The COVID-19 pandemic is ..read more

Digital transformation in oil and gas remains paramount in managing mission-critical operations, gaining valuable business insights, improving worker safety, reducing costs, and more. This is especially true for offshore oil and gas production, presenting a unique set of circumstances including – but not limited to – often inhospitable geographically remote locations, 24/7/365 operations, and around-the-clock rotating equipment required to move oil and gas and generate power to simply keep the lights on. So, where does Edge Computing fit in this digital transformation equation? Watch: On the ..read more