Connected Factory & UNS
How to Start a Unified Namespace Pilot in Manufacturing
If you want to prove the value of a Unified Namespace in manufacturing, don’t start by trying to model the whole business. Start with one problem, one line,…
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Connected Factory & UNS
Unified Namespace vs MQTT: What’s the Difference in Manufacturing?
If you spend any time around Industry 4.0, industrial data architecture, or modern manufacturing software, you’ll hear two terms thrown around a lot: Unified Namespace (UNS) and MQTT.…
Connected Factory & UNS
Connected Factory 101: IIoT for Australian Manufacturers
IIoT is often explained in technical language, but its business purpose is straightforward: connect factory events to decision-making fast enough to improve outcomes. For Australian manufacturers, Connected Factory…
Connected Factory & UNS
Unified Namespace (UNS) Architecture: Topic Structure + Examples (MQTT)
If you’re new to the term, here’s the short version: a Unified Namespace (UNS) is a pub/sub information architecture for industrial data. It’s not a product. It’s not…
Shop-Floor Operations
Why Your OEE Numbers Are Lying to You
OEE is supposed to be the single number that tells you how well your production is really performing. Availability × Performance × Quality. Simple, elegant, and — in…
Practical AI & Automation
From Data to Decisions: The Real Power of AI in Electronics Manufacturing
Artificial Intelligence is being hyped everywhere right now, but in electronics manufacturing, it’s not hype. When you pair AI with a real digital transformation strategy, it becomes a…
Connected Factory & UNS
The Unified Namespace (UNS): The Operating System for Modern Manufacturing
In the rapidly evolving landscape of manufacturing, the Unified Namespace (UNS) has emerged as a pivotal component, akin to an “operating system” for manufacturing operations. While not an…
Connected Factory & UNS
Unified Namespace (UNS) for Manufacturing: What It Is + How to Implement
The Unified Namespace (UNS) represents more than just another technological implementation in manufacturing – it embodies a fundamental shift in how organisations structure, share, and utilise their data.…
Connected Factory & UNS
The Data Lake: Beyond the Buzzword
Understanding Data Lakes in Manufacturing In the rush toward digital transformation, data lakes have become both a buzzword and a source of confusion. To understand their true value…
Business Software & Databases
The Symbiotic Relationship Between MES and ERP in Modern Manufacturing
In today’s complex manufacturing landscape, a common misconception persists regarding Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems. Many view them as competing solutions when, in…