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Practical guides for manufacturers modernizing their systems and operations, from legacy software to inventory and scheduling.
Microsoft Access to Web App: A Manufacturer's Guide to Modernizing Legacy Database Tools
Is your Microsoft Access system slowing down as you grow? Here's how to modernize the parts that are hurting, without ripping out what already works.
VB6 to .NET Migration: A Manufacturer's Guide to Modernizing Legacy Shop Floor Software
Still running VB6 on your shop floor? Here's what a real migration to .NET involves, what it costs, the risks, and how to modernize without stopping production.
Modernizing Your ERP Without Replacing It: A CFO's Guide for Manufacturers
A full ERP replacement is one of the riskiest projects a manufacturer can take on. Here's how CFOs are getting more from the ERP they already have, one focused improvement at a time.
From Legacy to Legendary: How a VBA to .NET Migration Made a Manufacturer's System Up to 900% Faster
A growing manufacturer had outgrown its VBA-based system. Here's how a phased migration to .NET made it up to 900% faster without disrupting the business.
Out with the Old: How Manufacturers Know It's Time to Upgrade a Legacy System
Your old system still works, but is it costing you more than you think? Here are the warning signs and a five-step process for upgrading without stopping production.
Staff Augmentation for Manufacturers: When to Bring in Outside Developers
Small IT teams carry a lot in manufacturing. Here's when bringing in outside developers makes sense, and how to make it work.
The Cost of Creating a Mobile App for Manufacturing Operations
What does a custom mobile app for your shop floor or field team cost? Here are the factors that drive the price, and how to keep the first version focused.
The Top Benefits of .NET (Formerly .NET Core) for Manufacturing Software
Modern .NET runs almost anywhere, performs well, and has a predictable support schedule. Here's why it's a strong choice for manufacturing software.
Surviving a Downturn: How Custom Software Helps Manufacturers Protect Their Margins
Freezing software budgets in a downturn can backfire. Here's how manufacturers use focused, fast-payback software to protect margins when money is tight.
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