Welcome to the Manufacturing Channel of the BeyeNETWORK.

This channel provides insights into how state-of-the-art business intelligence (BI), supported by an enterprise data warehouse, can enable manufacturers and logistics companies to achieve major operational improvements and enhanced financial results. Most of the results cited have actually been achieved by leading manufacturers, distributors and logistic companies.

My articles in this channel will provide an overview, functionality and scope of the recommended business intelligence environment, and the contents of the requisite enterprise data warehouse. I will also define thirty major areas of operational improvement for a typical large company. The benefits will be quantified as a percentage of revenues, with calculations that can easily be adapted to individual companies. Specific examples of BI interactive analytics will be provided to help achieve these benefits. Many best practices, a recommended governance approach, and organization to assure success will also be included.

The information provided via this channel is based on my experience with a best-practice implementation at a major global manufacturer, combined with experience gained consulting with about 400 companies and governmental organizations.

An interactive or collaborative approach is welcome. Questions or input should be sent to almesserli@q.com.