Manufacturing Industry

Our wish for you

Bye-bye docket economy!

Do you know this too? Paperwork everywhere you look. Production orders, machine plans – filed, attached, glued on? Put an end to this paper chaos now and start the age of digital efficiency in your production.

With SMASER Managed IT Services, you can now revolutionize your entire manufacturing operations.

Your advantage: Our technological integration and process automation enables you to create a flexible and productive working environment including the highest level of data security. As a result, your company will benefit from a high level of time savings in production and administration, greater transparency, noticeable cost reductions and therefore a significant increase in efficiency.

Digital challenges

Do you also know these 6 digitization brake blocks?

  • Technological challenges
    Digitization in the manufacturing industry is slowed down primarily by difficulties in integrating technologies and overcoming compatibility problems.
  • High cost
    Investments for the introduction of technologies and the implementation of digitization projects lead to significantly increasing IT costs.
  • Lack of expertise
    To use digital technologies effectively, there is a lack of technical expertise and skilled workers.
  • Hurdle data security
    Concerns about the security of sensitive data and the preservation of data integrity are also slowing down digital progress.
  • Internal culture change
    Overcoming resistance to change and adapting to new workflows can also lead to difficulties in the important digitization of manufacturing processes.
  • Regulatory challenges
    Last but not least, overcoming legal and regulatory obstacles also complicates the implementation of digitization projects.

Services

Even Henry Ford would be proud of our Managed IT Services.

To ensure that everything runs like an assembly line when it comes to digitization, your IT must run like an assembly line. Just like our secure and smart managed service solutions for optimal manufacturing processes in your company.

Managed Cloud Services

Manage cloud computing environments to increase the flexibility and scalability of IT systems.

Managed Network and Security Services

Manage security systems to ensure data and network security.

Managed Application Services

Monitor and maintain IT systems to prevent outages and improve performance.

Managed Desktop Services

Provide IT support for rapid problem resolution.

Bye complicated

Here comes the quite simple!

Have you been dreaming of smooth IT processes and functioning digitization for a long time?

SMASER Managed Services enable them to maximize their IT resources and focus on their core business while ensuring that their IT systems and processes are secure, reliable and in compliance with applicable regulations. Interested in an exchange? Then get in touch with us!

YOUR advantages

3, 2, 1 – digitization finally gets underway!

Benefit now in your digitization offensive from the many advantages of our Managed IT Services, which we offer as a perfect fit for a wide range of companies in the manufacturing, fabrication, assembly and production industries!
  • Increase efficiency through centralized management of applications and data.
  • Reduction of downtime through regular monitoring and maintenance of IT systems.
  • Improved data security to protect sensitive information.
  • Supporting technology integration for more innovation and growth.
  • Mobile work environments with remote access to systems and data to increase flexibility.
  • Significant cost savings by avoiding investments in expensive internal IT departments.
  • Focus on your core competencies by outsourcing IT management tasks to experts.
  • Scalability and flexibility to adapt to changing manufacturing industry requirements.

F.A.Q

Things to know

What paradigm shift is the manufacturing industry facing?

The manufacturing industry is currently facing a paradigm shift as it moves from traditional production methods to digital and automated production methods. This is also referred to as the fourth industrial revolution or Industry 4.0. This involves networking production systems, machines and equipment to achieve greater flexibility, productivity and efficiency. Digitization plays a crucial role in this and includes the automation of processes, the use of data and the application of artificial intelligence to make decisions and optimize processes. This requires a transformation of the entire value chain, including product development, production, logistics and customer service. Companies need to adapt the way they work, their processes and their organization in order to remain competitive and succeed in the rapidly changing industry landscape.

What are the types of managed services and which are best suited for the manufacturing industry?

There are several types of managed services that are appropriate for the manufacturing industry. Here are some examples:

Managed IT Services: This type of service includes the monitoring, maintenance and management of IT systems and applications, including servers, networks, databases and cloud services. By using managed IT services, companies can ensure that their IT systems are available and secure at all times.

Managed Security Services: This type of service includes monitoring and defense against cyber attacks as well as compliance with security standards and compliance requirements. In the manufacturing industry, where data and IP security are paramount, managed security services are especially important.

Managed Cloud Services: This type of service includes the setup, management and monitoring of cloud-based applications and infrastructures, including public, private and hybrid clouds. Managed cloud services can help companies in the manufacturing industry make their IT systems more scalable and flexible and reduce costs.

Managed Desktop Services: This type of service includes the management and support of desktop PCs, laptops and other end devices. Managed desktop services can help ensure that employees in the manufacturing industry have access to their IT systems and applications at all times.

Managed Application Services: This type of service includes monitoring, maintaining and updating applications used in the manufacturing industry, such as production planning, quality control and maintenance. Managed application services can help these applications work more effectively and efficiently.

Choosing the right type of managed services depends on the specific needs and requirements of a company in the manufacturing industry. A qualified managed service provider can help organizations find the best solutions and to

 

What are the key benefits of managed IT services in the manufacturing industry?

Using managed IT services in the manufacturing industry offers a variety of benefits, including:

Increased availability of IT systems and applications: By continuously monitoring and maintaining IT systems and applications, managed IT services can help minimize downtime and increase the availability of IT systems and applications.

Increased IT security: By implementing managed security services, companies in the manufacturing industry can increase the security of their IT systems and data by detecting and defending against threats in real time and meeting compliance requirements.

Scalable IT infrastructure: By using managed cloud services, companies in the manufacturing industry can scale their IT infrastructure and adapt it to changing requirements without having to invest in new hardware and software.

More effective IT systems: By using managed application services, companies in the manufacturing industry can ensure that their applications are running effectively and efficiently at all times.

Better resource utilization: By outsourcing IT management and maintenance to a managed service provider, companies in the manufacturing industry can better utilize their IT resources and focus their internal IT staff on strategic tasks.

Cost savings: By using managed services, companies in the manufacturing industry can lower their IT costs by reducing the need to purchase, maintain and upgrade IT infrastructure and applications.

In summary, managed IT services can help companies in the manufacturing industry use their IT systems and applications more effectively, efficiently and securely while reducing costs.

How is data security ensured when using managed IT services?

Data security is an important consideration when using managed IT services in the manufacturing industry. Here are some of the steps companies can take to ensure data security:

Encryption: Data can be encrypted to ensure that it can only be read by authorized persons.

Access restrictions: Access to systems, data, and applications can be restricted to authorized employees to ensure security.

Firewalls: Firewalls can be used to block unwanted traffic and prevent attacks from outside.

Monitoring: Monitoring systems and networks can help detect anomalies and potential security threats early.

Regular security audits: Regular security audits can identify and address vulnerabilities in systems and networks to ensure security.

Training and awareness: Employee training and awareness can help increase data security awareness and reduce the risk of error or negligence.

How can I ensure that my IT systems are up to date and working efficiently?

There are several ways to ensure your IT systems are up to date and running efficiently:

Regular maintenance: Perform regular maintenance to ensure that your IT systems are functioning optimally. This includes checking hardware and software, removing applications and files that are no longer needed, and updating drivers and patches.

Perform upgrades: Periodically check for upgrades to your software and hardware systems. If so, run the upgrades to make sure you’re using the latest features and improvements.

Monitoring and analysis: continuously monitor your IT systems to identify problems or bottlenecks before they become major issues. Analyze data and metrics to identify bottlenecks and optimize areas that impact efficiency.

Professional support: Use professional IT services to ensure your IT systems are up to date and running efficiently. IT professionals can help you identify and solve problems and implement new technologies.

Training and education: Make sure your employees receive regular training to ensure they know and can apply the latest technologies and procedures. This helps to keep your IT systems running efficiently and up to date.

How do managed services support productivity and efficiency in the manufacturing industry?

Managed services can support productivity and efficiency in the manufacturing industry in a number of areas. Here are some examples:

Availability and performance: Through regular maintenance and monitoring, Managed Services can ensure that IT systems and applications are always available and in optimal condition. This reduces downtime and increases productivity.

Automation: Automating IT processes and tasks can increase efficiency by automating repetitive tasks and allowing employees to focus on more important tasks.

Scalability: Managed services can improve the scalability of IT systems and applications by being able to respond quickly and flexibly to changes and adapt systems to meet the needs of the manufacturing industry.

Security: By using managed services for IT security and compliance, companies can ensure that their systems and data are secure and meet industry and customer requirements.

Expertise: Managed service providers often have expertise in the manufacturing industry and can help companies find and implement the best solutions for their specific needs.

By using managed services, companies in the manufacturing industry can improve the efficiency of their IT systems while increasing productivity by allowing them to focus on their core competencies.

 

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Steffen Zulauf

CEO, SMASER AG

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