Reduce complexity in automotive manufacturing

The automotive industry is constantly evolving, with new technologies and regulations developing all the time. As a result, it may be challenging to monitor the material flow during your manufacturing process. Material flow control software, however, can assist you in tracking and visualizing the movement of materials throughout your facility, allowing you to spot and fix any inefficiencies or bottlenecks.

Learn more about how software can help you control material flow in your automotive manufacturing plant.

Traditional control methods for material flow on the shop floor

Manufacturers use traditional methods like just-in-time (JIT) and just-in-sequence (JIS) to control material flow on the shop floor. JIT is a method of inventory management that involves keeping as little stock on hand as possible. This helps to reduce waste and improve efficiency. JIS is an improvement on JIT, as it focuses on the sequence of assembling parts. This is particularly important for vehicles that are highly customizable.

Digitally controlling the flow of materials

Software can be used to digitally control the flow of materials by using a variety of tools, such as MES (manufacturing execution system) and ERP (enterprise resource planning) software. By using these tools, manufacturers can automate the flow of materials and ensure that the right materials are in the right place at the right time.

Learn more about how material flow control software can benefit your automotive manufacturing process.