“A digital product passport, or a DPP, is essentially a digital record linked with a physical product that contains a comprehensive set of information pertaining to that specific product.” Digital Product Passports can include information like manufacturing location, the product’s materials and composition, date and time, instruction and maintenance manuals, and service history. To capture […]
We’ve talked about smart products like smart watches, smart appliances, and even smart homes but what about items that can make your assembly line smart? Introducing smart plastics. Smart plastics technology helps manufacturers stay competitive by monitoring and predicting the wear of cables, belts, and hoses. Using integrated sensors and software, “standard products, such as […]
When talking to most people, they are continually looking at ways to improve their health —whether by committing to better nutrition, increasing physical activity, or prioritizing more sleep. In this pursuit, many turn to external sources such as medical professionals, social media influencers, or government agencies for guidance in identifying and implementing these changes. “Nearly […]
It may be hard to imagine, but the first instance of the “Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) has been traced back to 1968” with the programmable logic controller (PLC) used by General Motors. This was somewhat of the unofficial start of the technological connectivity within the industry and we continue to see industrial AI transforming […]
We have shared many articles about the highly regulated pharmaceutical industry. Still, we don’t often think about all the other products the FDA may periodically come across through inspections that we don’t categorize as pharmaceuticals. A well-known natural ingredient toothpaste brand needed to make swift changes when the FDA accused the toothpaste maker of bacteria-tainted […]
We have spoken frequently about the importance of Unique Device Identification (UDI) systems and their ability to improve traceability of medical devices throughout the supply chain to ensure patient safety. Our partners at Loftware share more about navigating global UDI systems and how they are “an integral part of streamlining regulatory processes.” As mentioned above, […]
When discussing the optimization of a company’s labeling solution, we highlight the innovative strategies they implement to demonstrate how a strong supply chain can effectively adapt to rapid changes and updates. Labeling plays a crucial role in this process, ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the entire supply chain. When news like “Texas Instruments quadruples […]
“A hydrogen fuel cell system manufacturer and technology developer has announced the Start of Production (SOP) of its revolutionary single-stack 200kW Fuel Cell System (FCS).” This will successfully lead to decarbonization within heavy-duty industries. What makes this such an impactful breakthrough? While most manufacturers must source individual fuel cells or components, this company has developed […]