Walk down any health & beauty aisle and you’ll see hundreds of products — each one a potential move in a high-stakes game of 3D chess. From seasonal gift sets to custom fragrances, today’s factories juggle thousands of micro-variations every day. This isn’t just an operational headache; it directly impacts margins, delivery performance, and brand…
Why ERP Scheduling Isn’t Enough For many manufacturers, ERP is the beating heart of the business. It tracks orders, manages inventory, handles finance, and keeps the operation running. And because many ERP systems include a scheduling module, it can seem logical to use it for production planning too. One system, one plan, one place for…
The 2025 Gartner® Magic Quadrant for Enterprise Low-Code Application Platforms has just been released — and once again, Mendix has been recognised as a Leader. For the ninth consecutive year, Mendix has secured a position in the top quadrant, this time ranking furthest on the Completeness of Vision axis. It’s a significant achievement, but for…
AI has quietly begun reshaping one of manufacturing’s most complex and consequential processes: scheduling. Nowhere is this transformation more needed – or more impactful – than in the fast-paced world of FMCG. In these environments, scheduling isn’t just about putting jobs in order. It’s a high-stakes game of compromise, constantly influenced by demand volatility, resource…
At Kudos, we’re always looking for ways to sharpen how we deliver projects, not just the tools we deliver. That’s why we’ve invested in AgilePM® Practitioner certification for our implementation team, and we’re proud to say that four of our team are now fully qualified. This isn’t just about ticking a training box. It’s about…
Picture the scene: It’s early July. The UK sun has made its rare but triumphant appearance, and supermarkets are rubbing their hands in anticipation of BBQ season. Sausages, burgers, potato salad, and something vaguely coleslaw-shaped are about to fly off the shelves. For one ready-meal manufacturer, this is the window — the golden hour of…
Kudos Newsletter Summer 2025 What’s new at Kudos Solutions… ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ …
The release of Opcenter APS 2504 marks another step forward in Siemens’ commitment to continuous improvement in advanced planning and scheduling. While not a headline-grabbing overhaul, this update brings meaningful enhancements to usability, configuration flexibility, and multi-user collaboration — all areas that matter on a daily basis for planners and operations teams. At Kudos Solutions,…
We’re excited to announce that Kudos Solutions will be exhibiting for the first time at Smart Manufacturing Week 2025, taking place at the NEC Birmingham on 4–5 June. As the UK’s largest showcase of advanced manufacturing innovation, it’s a fitting place to demonstrate how we’re helping manufacturers take control of complexity—and move towards a more…
For years, manufacturers have struggled with scheduling tools that are too slow, too complex, or too reliant on key individuals. It’s time for something better. FAQ Accordion Q: Jeff, what’s the biggest problem manufacturers face with scheduling today? Jeff: Scheduling is one of the most overlooked inefficiencies in manufacturing. Businesses have optimised their supply chains,…
