As 2024 comes to a close, we reflect on a remarkable year of creating impactful, tailored content designed to empower manufacturers on their digital transformation journeys. Our mission has been to provide actionable insights and practical tools, helping businesses optimize operations, improve productivity, and embrace innovation.
This year, we have published a range of resources that resonated deeply with manufacturers worldwide. Here is a look at the topics and resources that captured your competitors’ attention and could inspire your strategy for 2025.
Top Blog Posts of 2024
- A Simplified Guide to Job Shop Scheduling for Manufacturers: This comprehensive guide introduces the concept of production work orchestration through a step-by-step example. It delves into how AI and advanced planning systems solve complex scheduling challenges and includes a compelling case study demonstrating the benefits of digitalized scheduling. Read the full article now!
- World Class OEE in Pharma: A Benchmarking Analysis for 2024: In this benchmarking study, we compared OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) metrics between digitized and non-digitized pharmaceutical manufacturers. The analysis revealed a striking disparity in productivity. Read the full benchmarking analysis now!
- Digital Transformation in Manufacturing: Benefits, Examples & Trends: This article explores the transformative power of digital technologies, presenting actionable benefits, real-world examples, and emerging trends. A must-read for managers mapping out their 2025 transformation strategies. Read the full article now!
Top Product-Focused Posts of 2024
- In-Depth Guide to Schedule Adherence Report for Manufacturers: Learn how our Schedule Adherence report helps planners with over 10 real-time scheduling KPIs. This post showcases how to leverage these insights to optimize scheduling and operations to achieve superior performance. Read the full article now!
- SCW.AI’s Digital Logbook: Main Features & Use Cases: Our GMP-compliant Digital Logbook revolutionized how manufacturers in regulated industries manage log entries. This article highlights its key features and use cases, including regulatory adherence, cost reduction, minimized manual errors, and reduced environmental impact. Learn More About Digital Logbook Now!
- Labor Performance Report for Manufacturers: A Remedy for Labor Shortage: Discover how our Labor Performance Report addresses workforce challenges for manufacturers. From identifying training needs to assigning tasks with data-driven precision, this resource highlights strategies to enhance labor productivity. Read the full article now!
Top Case Study of 2024
Kordsa’s Journey to Operational Excellence: This success story details how digital transformation reshaped Kordsa’s operations from the shop floor to the management level. Complete with testimonials and a detailed video, it is an inspiring example of digital factory transformation.
Most Downloaded PDF of 2024
Manufacturing KPIs Handbook for Managers and Executives:
A must-have resource for manufacturing leaders, this handbook includes 60+ KPIs with clear formulas and definitions. It also features a self-assessment scoreboard for immediate application in your operations.
What Does This Mean for 2025?
The trends from 2024 underscore the growing importance of digital transformation, operational excellence, data-driven decision-making and intelligent AI-driven automation in manufacturing. As you plan your 2025 strategies, let these insights guide you toward adopting tools and practices that deliver proven results.
Ready to embrace the future of manufacturing? Start 2025 strong by exploring our Digital Factory Platform or experience its transformative capabilities firsthand by booking a demo today.
