When it comes to implementing advanced planning and scheduling (APS) software like Opcenter APS, the path to success often lies in a strategic and phased approach. One particularly effective strategy…
As we move further into 2024, it’s clear that this year has been one of transformation and growth for Kudos. Our journey has been marked not just by the milestones…
Managing allergens isn’t just a case of ticking a compliance box, it’s essential for safeguarding consumer health and maintaining a good reputation. With increasing awareness around food allergies and stringent…
Managing a business’s cash flow is a bit like steering a ship through uncertain waters. The more you can see ahead, the better you can navigate. This is why having…
With planning and scheduling technology constantly evolving and new software hitting the market regularly, many are asking if planners are still needed? Short answer – yes, they are! Whilst advanced…
Effective scheduling is a cornerstone of successful business operations, influencing everything from resource allocation to customer satisfaction. Nowadays, scheduling is even more important than ever as operations grow more complex.…
If you’re a planner, you know just how much rests on your shoulders to keep everything running smoothly. You’re the person who makes sure resources are in the right place…
The fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) industry is a highly competitive environment and comes with its own unique challenges where efficiency, precision, and adaptability are very important. Traditional Enterprise Resource Planning…
Nowadays, staying ahead of the curve requires more than just a good intuition; it needs data-driven insights and actionable intelligence. This is where Opcenter APS can help. And what’s even…
By Alessandro Cereseto Extending labor modeling to support changes across capacity periods We are excited to announce that the new version of Opcenter APS 2404 has been released! Opcenter™ software…
A world leader in distilled spirits, Yanghe Distillery has the most powerful sales network in China’s liquor industry. Boasting a vast network encompassing thousands of partners and a massive annual…
Producing food and drink comes with a unique set of challenges, and even the sweetest of success stories can face difficulties. Dauper, a Brazilian luxury cookie and candy maker, is…
Martell, the iconic French cognac house with a legacy spanning over three centuries, is the epitome of refinement and excellence in spirits. Founded in 1715, Martell’s commitment to quality craftsmanship…
The world of fast-moving consumer goods is competitive, so staying ahead requires more than just perfect recipes – you also need to manage operations efficiently and be able to make…
With the world becoming more digital and moving faster than ever before, agile methodology is no longer just a good idea, but a necessity. At Kudos Solutions, we’re overhauling how…
If there’s one thing that can be said about manufacturing, it’s that it’s a complicated industry. With numerous factors and options to consider, deciding on the most effective approach can…
Anyone within the manufacturing industry will know that the key to success lies in efficient production processes and operations. As industries evolve, the demand for advanced technologies that enhance productivity,…
When it comes to manufacturing, it’s vital to streamline your processes to ensure maximum efficiency and agility in an often-competitive market. But what steps can you take to ensure your…
Today food and beverage industry companies encounter various challenges that can hinder their efficiency, profitability, and customer satisfaction. From managing perishable goods to meeting shifting customer demands, the complexities come…
In a world that’s rapidly going digital, the need for reliable planning and scheduling software in industries like FMC or FMCG is clearer than ever. Enter Kudos Solutions – your…
Imagine having the ability to replicate your entire factory or supply chain digitally, enabling you to simulate, analyse, and streamline processes before you actually implement them. Sounds too good to…
In the ever-evolving landscape of manufacturing, staying ahead of the competition requires not just efficiency, but strategic efficiency. This is where Opcenter APS steps in, acting as the nerve centre…
If there’s one thing that can be said about the Food and Beverage industry, it’s that it’s fast moving and requires businesses to be adaptable in order to navigate it.…
The world of business is evolving rapidly, but there’s one thing that’s remained a constant; the importance of having a great team. At Kudos, we’re always on the lookout for…
Supply chain resilience and agility have never been more important for staying ahead of the competition, than right now in today’s rapidly evolving business world. This software factors in more…
The modern manufacturing and production landscape is ever evolving, with efficient planning and scheduling becoming crucial components for success in an increasingly competitive market. This is where Advanced Planning and…
Effective inventory management is crucial for any business to thrive, even more so in the Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) industry where product turn around needs to be swift. Businesses…
The fourth industrial revolution, commonly known as Industry 4.0, has ushered in a new era of digital transformation thanks to the whole host of technological advancements now available. Unfortunately, for…
Planning and scheduling play a major role in most businesses, however in the world of Fast Moving Consumer Goods with changing consumer demands and tight sell-by dates, it’s absolutely vital.…
The world of Fast-Moving Consumer Goods is fast-paced and competitive, so managing demand variability and gaining visibility into supply chain operations is essential for success. With rapidly changing consumer preferences,…
Every business will be keen to maximise efficiency and profitability but for many manufacturers, it’s essential. One mistake or one process not done within a suitable timeframe can cause a…
Quality control (QC) serves as the cornerstone for business operations in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) industry. Ensuring optimal quality standards significantly influences the overall business success, influencing customer satisfaction,…
Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) planning refers to the comprehensive process of scheduling, organising, and controlling the fast-paced and often complex flow of products, from initial manufacturing to the final point…
In today’s competitive global market, businesses must constantly strive for improvement to maintain their edge. The SUMIDA Group, a leading global manufacturer of inductive components and modules, was no exception.…
In today’s fast-paced and increasingly environmentally conscious world, businesses in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) industry are under pressure to not only meet consumer demands but also to do so…
In recent years, energy consumption has become a growing concern for businesses, particularly those in the food production industry. The cost of energy has been steadily rising, and businesses are…
Effective planning is crucial for any manufacturing company, as it ensures that resources are used efficiently, and production runs smoothly. The use of advanced planning systems has been shown to…
Natural One, a Brazilian company that offers 100% natural real-juice products, needed to reduce its planning process. They reached out for help, implemented Opcenter APS, and reduced their process from…
If you’re looking for an advanced production planning and scheduling package, you might be overwhelmed by the sheer number of solutions on the market. From large enterprise solutions to smaller…
It’s essential for companies within the F&B sector to ensure that they’re taking the necessary measures to keep their food and drink products safe for those with specific dietary requirements.…
It’s no secret that the nation’s typical working pattern has changed dramatically over recent years, and this has reignited conversations around flexible and hybrid working and its benefits. Hailed as…
Whilst APS can’t assist with quality control as such, it can be factored into the production process to ensure that quality control is done in a timely manner. Use APS…
Manufacturers are supposed to have an easier time in the digital age. Digital planning tools should eliminate the need for time-consuming and error-prone spreadsheet analysis of how best to meet customer…
Inventory management is often considered the single most challenging aspect of any business. Businesses with poor inventory control generally experience costly warehousing fees, slow-moving items in stock, as well as…
One thing we are often asked about is the difference between ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) and APS (Advanced Planning and Scheduling) software and how APS software can improve ERP software,…
DIGITAL INDUSTRIES SOFTWARE Improving visualization of scheduling data and matrices for production schedules Benefits• Improve visualization of scheduling data and matrices for production schedules.• Compare key scheduling KPIs.• Author key…
With 30 years of business experience and over 100 years of gathered experience in the planning industry, we understand that planners’ ultimate goals are to get products out of the…
How you manage your inventory will directly impact the cash flow of your business. When you fail to effectively manage stock, you’re putting your business at a disadvantage. You wouldn’t…
We’re a company and a team of individuals who take enormous pride in being a great, trusted partner to our clients: understanding their needs from their perspective while being able…
The FDs we speak with are often, and unsurprisingly, worried that planning and scheduling software will be too expensive to show a quick enough Return on Investment (ROI) to justify…
Excel is great: there’s a good reason why neither Google nor Apple have been able to topple Microsoft’s dominance in 37 years. However, while it’s a powerful tool, it’s not…
This short video shows every day issues that planners within FMCG industry can relate to. Watch this video and find out if we can help you!
It’s fair to say that this is the biggest question facing most businesses at the current time. “When raw material costs are rising and customers are protecting their margins, how…
Food waste is something that we hear an increasing amount about: both the financial cost (circa £19 billion) and the environmental impact (6.7million tonnes of waste associated with 25 million…
Effective Planning and Scheduling in Volatile, Very High Mix and LowVolume Discrete Manufacturing EnvironmentH. Adil1, K. Sekkat2, D. Shaw3 1 Group Optimisation Manager at Oxford Engineering Ltd, 6 Colwell Drive,…
Increase resource utilization and on-time delivery We are excited to announce that the latest version of Opcenter APS 2204 has been released! Opcenter™ APS software, which is part of the…
DETAILS Siemens is aware of the attacks disclosed by the media related to the Log4j vulnerability. This article reports any updates we have in regards of Opcenter and SIMATIC IT…
With news of a Log4j vulnerability, we would like customers to know that this does not affect Opcenter APS systems. And for peace of mind you can delete the Log4j.jar…
We are excited to announce that the latest version of Opcenter APS 18.5 has been released! Opcenter™ APS software is a family of production planning and scheduling products that improve…
We are excited to announce that the latest version of Opcenter APS 18.4 has been released! Opcenter APS software is a family of production planning and scheduling products that improve…
We are excited to announce that the latest version of Opcenter APS Version 18.3 has been released! Opcenter APS 18.3 enables complex grouping of operations and improves user experience significantly.…
We are excited to announce that the latest version of Opcenter APS Version 18.2 has been released! Opcenter APS 18.2 delivers extending Opcenter Planner with custom window. Leveraging functionality already…
Kudos Solutions already recognised as a Siemens Digital Industries Software SMART Expert Partner for Opcenter APS has now and additionally achieved SMART Industry recognition in Consumer Products & Retail: Food…
With the increasing international focus on containing/minimizing the spread of COVID-19, Kudos Solutions have implemented a number of precautionary measures to assure the continuity of business during this challenging period.…
AVAILABLE NOW! Opcenter APS 18.1 We are excited to announce the availability of Siemens Opcenter APS 18.1! Siemens Opcenter APS introduces three new tools for maintaining schedules without directly…
Improving Profitability with Advanced Scheduling By JoaoLaner I started my journey with Siemens Opcenter Advanced Scheduling (formerly called Preactor) in 2008. I remember well my first contacts with this incredible tool. I…
Kudos Solutions were awarded two awards during the Siemens Converge EPLS in Riga, Latvia ‘Top European Partner for manufacturing operations management FY19’ ‘Top Partner in UK and Ireland FY2019’
Siemens Opcenter APS 18 – Enhancing the orchestration of your manufacturing process Siemens Opcenter APS 18 Benefits • New Siemens Opcenter APS product branding • Additional APIs for interacting with…
Siemens is pleased to announce the release of Siemens Opcenter APS 18. This release delivers new features and technology support for our already ‘best of breed’ planning and scheduling…
Thank you for all your support in 2019 Christmas Office Opening Times 24th Dec 9am to 13.30pm 25th Dec Closed 26th Dec Closed 27th Dec 9.30am to 16.00pm 30th Dec 9.30am…
A continuous recognition received since the launch of Gartner’s MES evaluation We are pleased to announce that Siemens Digital Industries has been named by Gartner, Inc. as a “Leader” in…
We are excited to announce the availability of Siemens Opcenter Execution Medical Device and Diagnostics v8.0! Formerly Camstar™ Medical Device Suite, Siemens Opcenter Execution Medical Device and Diagnostics provides an…
Sixth in a series of seven blogs focused on the top challenges that medtech manufacturers face today, and the technologies and implementation strategies that are critical to meeting these challenges.…
According to Axendia, regulatory compliance continues to constrain improvement in MD&D manufacturing efficiency and productivity. “Our primary research shows that medical device companies list regulators/government agencies as the top business…
Fourth in a series of seven blogs focused on the top challenges that medtech manufacturers face today, and the technologies and implementation strategies that are critical to meeting these challenges.…
Kudos Solutions picked up a prestigious award at the recent Preactor Conference in Brussels Highest Licence Sales Revenue FY19 for the EMEA territory
Patients are bringing a consumer mindset to healthcare interactions and medtech companies are creating consumer-oriented technologies to improve the experience. Innovation is allowing the personalization of devices at scale via…
Increased complexity in products, global supply chains, regulatory landscapes and the rise of the Internet of Medical Things are generating big data, including exponential growth in digital sources of various…
New MedTech is reshaping the medical device and diagnostic (MD&D) industry and research and development (R&D) investments are growing: connected devices, wearable technologies, the Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) and…
In his 1990 bellwether Introduction to Quality Control, Ishikawa stated: “They were named the Seven QC Tools after the famous seven weapons of the Japanese Kamakura-era warrior-priest Benkei which enabled Benkei…
Meeting Regulatory Quality Requirements is a must. How many mistakes do we make? Do we really solve the problems? Sometimes typical solutions to a problem are based on quick actions…
We are thrilled to bring you this rich new version of our MES for process industries: Siemens Opcenter Execution Process 3.0. This version focuses on integration, connectivity and orchestration as…
Another huge success story in the application of Advanced Planning and Scheduling technology, Siemens’ SIMATIC IT Preactor APS. Narayan Powertech needed support for its growing transformer manufacturing business. Its…
We are excited to announce this new feature-rich version of our MES for discrete industries: Siemens Opcenter Execution Discrete 3.0. Siemens Opcenter Execution is the first release of solutions within…
Increasing global competition over the past decade has forced automotive OEMs and their suppliers to improve quality and efficiency. There is a growing need for tools that make it possible…
Innovative processes and new technologies together are having a huge impact on the internal complexity and cost of manufacturing. The way in which manufacturers of industrial machinery adjust to these…
Medical Device and Diagnostic (MD&D) manufacturers have an opportunity to transform their relationship with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and in the process to improve their manufacturing performance…
Consumers are making their preferences known with their voices and their wallets. While there are dozens of micro-trends affecting food and drink manufacture in the UK, addressing some or all…
We are excited to announce the latest version of APS has been released! Preactor APS Version 17.2 features improvements to Advanced Planning, material pegging and Gantt interaction. Preactor software is…
It’s impossible to exaggerate how profoundly the digital revolution has already impacted our lives, from banking, shipping, home-buying to the way we communicate, get news, and perform our work. Digitalization…
Not knowing that it was impossible, he went there and did it.” This adaptation of a great quote from the French thinker Jean Cocteau still seems to be the only…
The materials war has been won (via MRP and/or Kanban control), the capacity war has just started. Companies with a high cost of raw materials and/or high value of end…
Today we well know that, with few exceptions, ERP systems assume adequate resources are available when required, i.e. resources have infinite capacity. ERP systems have a BOM exploder and inventory…
We are excited to announce the introduction of our new, harmonized manufacturing operations management (MOM) portfolio, ‘Siemens Opcenter.’ This launch is the result of our relentless effort to integrate…
How good are you at planning and scheduling? Play the Preactor Planning and Scheduling Game! You will have to : Choose your character – either Theo, a product manager,…
From strategic planning to detailed scheduling, APS is essential for anticipating manufacturing resource needs; orchestrating efficient use of material, people, and machines; and delivering great customer service and higher profitability.…
Preactor APS 17.1 Features improved operation properties, properties display and Valor Production Plan integration. Summary: Benefits • New operation properties display panel • Improved operation properties profiles and management…
Preactor APS 17 Features improved scheduling rules and enhanced overview. Benefits • Improved APS scheduling rules • Improved overview, supporting multiple Gantt plots and utilization panes • Improved import performance…
Preactor Advanced Planning and Scheduling Webinar – click on link to below to join a webinar hosted by Ochiba but ran by Kudos solutions https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MR_MxutC2f0&feature=youtu.be
By acquiring the Preactor Group headquartered in Chippenham in the UK, Siemens further expands its international lead in the industry software market. Preactor’s APS software solutions will add significant new components to the Siemens Manufacturing Operations Management (MOM) portfolio.
400 GMPS Is Nearly Here To be launched this year, Preactor 400 GMPS promises to be the essential tool for companies who want to enhance competitiveness, increase profits and improve…
Lean manufacturing is currently one of the buzz words in industry and quite rightly so. Most companies are under pressure to produce more products in shorter delivery times, without visibility of future demand and with fewer inventories. That’s quite a feat to achieve. The question always arises as to whether there is a place for IT in lean manufacturing initiatives…
You want a plan that can be rapidly set up that takes account of all the constraints that you know about on your site. But even more importantly, you want to have a plan that can be updated to show which units have arrived as planned, which will be late and what this means for the plan you have just produced …
