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Scheduling vs. Simulation
People often ask us when they should use an advanced scheduling tool vs. a discrete-event simulation tool. Let us explain the difference
June 22, 2020
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Webinar: Opcenter APS (Preactor) Tips, Tricks, & Pointers
Join us for a special Opcenter APS (Preactor Advanced Planning & Scheduling) training webinar! In this session, LSI’s Greg Miller will show you how quickly & easily users are able to make necessary adjustments to the schedule when unexpected issues arise, by walking through common scheduling “What If’s?”
April 20, 2020
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Why Manufacturers Absolutely, 100% Need APS (Advanced Planning & Scheduling)
I am often asked for a brief explanation of why a manufacturing company would need an APS system, and over the years, I must admit that I have struggled with a simple explanation. Recently, however, I have concluded that there is a very simple way of doing this using one word: “connectivity.”
April 13, 2020
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VIDEO TUTORIAL: Primary Calendars in Opcenter APS (Preactor)
Opcenter APS (Preactor) has an unbelievable amount of configurability. One important function that is quickly & easily modified to reflect your shop floor scheduling realities is the flexibility you have to adjust your Primary Calendars.
April 9, 2020
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Watch: Oven/Furnace Scheduling with Opcenter APS (Preactor)
Watch this video explaining how Opcenter APS (formerly Preactor Advanced Planning & Scheduling) handles the unique sequencing requirements in oven/furnace scheduling.
March 31, 2020
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Watch: Opcenter (Preactor) Wave Sequencing
Watch this demonstration of how Opcenter APS manages wave sequencing. This particular example highlights the challenges faced by food manufacturers in scheduling & sequencing batch jobs with multiple production steps in an environment with different products & numerous allergens.
March 26, 2020
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Surviving & Thriving in Times of Seismic Change
The inescapable truth is that few, if any of us, were able to predict and plan for the Coronavirus scare, but none of us should have been surprised by the fact that the world is constantly changing.
March 19, 2020
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AVAILABLE NOW! Opcenter APS 18.1
We are excited to announce the availability of Siemens Opcenter APS 18.1! The latest version introduces 3 new tools for maintaining schedules without directly interacting with Opcenter Scheduling
March 12, 2020
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WHAT’S NEW: Opcenter (Preactor) APS v18
The latest version of Siemens Opcenter (formerly Preactor) Advanced Planning & Scheduling has been released with version 18! Here’s what you’ll gain with your upgrade
January 23, 2020
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LSI Recognized as Siemens’ Top 2019 Opcenter (Preactor) Partner
When our clients are successful, we are successful, and here is the proof! Dan Hahn & Chris Brewer brought home 2 awards at the Siemens Digital Industries Software Partner Conference for LSI being recognized once again as Siemens’ top implementation partner in Opcenter (Preactor) Planning & Scheduling sales
December 18, 2019
