Avon Machining Achieves Growth and Efficiency with Plex Manufacturing Cloud
公司规模
Mid-size Company
地区
- America
国家
- United States
产品
- Plex Manufacturing Cloud
技术栈
- Real-time Data Tracking
- Inventory Management Systems
实施规模
- Enterprise-wide Deployment
影响指标
- Productivity Improvements
- Cost Savings
- Customer Satisfaction
技术
- 功能应用 - 企业资源规划系统 (ERP)
- 分析与建模 - 实时分析
适用功能
- 商业运营
- 质量保证
用例
- 库存管理
- 机器状态监测
- 过程控制与优化
服务
- 系统集成
- 软件设计与工程服务
关于客户
Avon Machining, headquartered in Shelby Township, Michigan, is a prominent manufacturer of precision-machined components and subassemblies for heavy industrial equipment manufacturers across North America and beyond. The company acquired the assets of Avon Gear in May 2017, further solidifying its position in the industry. Avon Machining operates in the general manufacturing sector, focusing on delivering high-quality products to its clients. With a commitment to innovation and efficiency, the company has experienced significant growth over the years. Its operations are characterized by a dedication to precision and quality, ensuring that its components meet the stringent requirements of its industrial clients. Avon Machining's strategic location in Michigan allows it to serve a wide range of customers, contributing to its reputation as a reliable and trusted partner in the manufacturing industry.
挑战
Avon Machining faced significant challenges due to its siloed operations. Each department, including engineering, production, quality, and accounting, maintained separate databases and spreadsheets, leading to a lack of integration and communication. This disjointed approach made it difficult to track, retrieve, and communicate critical data efficiently. The complexity and time consumption involved in compiling data were major hurdles. Additionally, errors in data entry, tracking, and reporting resulted in a lack of confidence in the data, preventing the company from gaining a clear picture of its performance. Management recognized the need for a solution that could seamlessly integrate across the enterprise and provide real-time information access. After evaluating several options, Avon Machining selected the Plex Manufacturing Cloud for its ability to connect and manage all areas of manufacturing operations.
解决方案
To address its operational challenges, Avon Machining implemented the Plex Manufacturing Cloud, a comprehensive solution designed to integrate and manage all aspects of manufacturing operations. This cloud-based platform provided Avon Machining with real-time visibility and tracking capabilities, enabling the company to efficiently manage costs and resources. The Plex Manufacturing Cloud tracks and records all physical events, including production, inventory status changes, receiving, subcontracting, and shipping, directly on the shop floor. Employees can log in at their work centers to record production details in real time, allowing for immediate identification and correction of defective parts. This real-time tracking capability has transformed Avon Machining's operations, providing shop floor managers with the tools to calculate costs accurately and retrieve important information such as the quantity of parts produced, production time, and quality metrics. Additionally, the Plex Manufacturing Cloud streamlined the process of identifying and flagging parts that require rework, significantly reducing the time and effort involved in tracking and managing rework processes. The availability of real-time data has also enhanced reporting and forecasting capabilities, allowing managers to make informed decisions and maintain steady growth.
运营影响
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