Manufacturing businesses

With over 20 years experience, we understand IT requirements for manufacturing

 

In today's fast-paced, technology-driven world, manufacturing companies face increasing pressure to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and stay competitive. Central to achieving these goals is reliable, robust IT infrastructure. From real-time production monitoring to supply chain integration, IT plays a pivotal role in driving success in the modern manufacturing landscape.

The Role of IT in Modern Manufacturing

Manufacturing companies rely on IT systems for almost every aspect of their operations:

  • Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP): Managing inventory, scheduling, procurement, and production planning.
  • Automation and Robotics: Ensuring seamless communication between machines, sensors, and control systems.
  • Supply Chain Management: Tracking and optimizing the movement of goods and materials in real-time.
  • Data Analytics: Extracting actionable insights from production data to improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and predict maintenance needs.

The bottom line: A well-functioning IT infrastructure is critical to the smooth operation of your factory and your ability to meet customer demands, maintain quality, and scale operations.

IT Industry Insights From Our Chief Technology Officer

IT Considerations for Manufacturing Companies:

Over the last 20 years, Computer Services has developed a custom IT Managed Service to support manufacturing businesses. There are several common questions, challenges and opportunites we come up against when working within this industry:

 

Infrastructure Redundancy
Infrastructure Redundancy

Ensure your IT infrastructure is designed to withstand failure. This might include backup power systems, data replication, and redundant network connections. Redundancy helps ensure that, in the event of a failure, operations can continue with minimal disruption.

Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity

Manufacturers are increasingly becoming targets for cyberattacks. Ransomware, data breaches, and system intrusions can halt production and jeopardise sensitive information. Robust cybersecurity measures, such as firewalls, encryption, and multi-factor authentication, are critical for safeguarding your operations.

 

Cloud vs On-Premise Solutions
Cloud vs On-Premise Solutions

Many manufacturers are turning to cloud-based solutions for flexibility, scalability, and cost efficiency. However, there are still some applications where on-premise systems may be necessary. Evaluate your business needs carefully to determine the right mix of cloud and on-premise IT solutions for your company.

Internet of Things (IoT) Integration
Internet of Things (IoT) Integration

The growing use of IoT devices in manufacturing—from smart sensors to connected machines—requires an IT infrastructure that can handle vast amounts of data and facilitate real-time communication between devices. Ensuring that your IT system can integrate these technologies smoothly will drive efficiencies and innovation in your manufacturing processes.

Data Analytics and AI
Data Analytics and AI

Artificial intelligence (AI) and data analytics tools can provide valuable insights into production trends, maintenance schedules, and supply chain logistics. To fully leverage these technologies, reliable data streams, storage, and analysis capabilities are essential.

IT Support and Maintenance
IT Support and Maintenance

Ongoing IT support and proactive system maintenance are essential for preventing system failures. A dedicated IT team—whether in-house or outsourced—can monitor your infrastructure, fix problems before they escalate, and ensure that software and hardware are always up to date.

With New Managed IT Services, What Do You Get? 

Managed IT Services

  • Proactively identify and resolve issues as they arise
  • Full spectrum of services and customer support
  • Keeps pace with new technology used by your team
  • Reduces wait times and reliance on your in-house IT Manager
  • Predictable monthly costs
  • Customised, tiered levels of remote support

Traditional 'Break - Then - Fix' IT Support

  • Reactive to issues as they arise
  • Limited services & scope of support
  • Keep up to date with new technology
  • Reliance on your IT Manager
  • One-off unplanned disaster costs
  •  Long wait times for remote support

We Are Here To Help

Does this mean disaster never occurs? Unfortunately not, but by proactively keeping pace with technology, hosting the datacentre securely, reducing reliance on manual monitoring, offering strategic advice, raising team awareness and capability and so much more, we are mitigating the opportunity for disaster and attacks, and doing so at a fair, consistent price point. 

 

Managed IT Services For Manufacturing Businesses

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