I recently "vibe coded" (described what I wanted an app to do in plain language, and an AI tool wrote the actual code for me) an app I use every single day, all day, to work smarter and faster. I opened Cursor, described the need in plain English, and let it do its thing while I was guiding the effort. If that sounds impossible, remember how quickly tool-chains evolved around … [Read more...]
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FMG No. 18 – Would You Attend a Smart Manufacturing Retreat?
Hello Gemba Community! This week, I’m keeping it short and sweet. I would love your input as I explore the idea of in-person events tied to the world of Smart Manufacturing and personal development. Would you be interested in attending something like a: weekend retreat with practical workshops. focused 1-day mastermind session. multi-day conference with … [Read more...]
Streamline Your Manufacturing with CIMCO MDM
Are you tired of drowning in a sea of paper setup sheets, chasing down the latest NC program versions, or dealing with costly errors from unapproved files? CIMCO Manufacturing Data Management (MDM) is here to transform your production process. Designed for manufacturers who demand precision and efficiency, CIMCO MDM is a paperless data management system that centralizes, … [Read more...]
FMG No. 17 – AI as a Tool for Professional Development
I recently merged another topic into our website, Getting Started with AI in Manufacturing. If AI is new to you, that article is geared towards reluctant, casual and other people looking to get started using LLMs such as ChatGPT, Claude, or Grok3. Knowing the manufacturing community has some very sensitive issues around trade secrets, controlled materials, etc. I emphasized … [Read more...]
Getting Started with AI in Manufacturing
AI has already become indispensable for many of us. I definitely understand reluctance on the subject. What do business people hate most about AI? Let's find out, with some help from Grok3! This article is geared towards reluctant and casual users of AI and those looking to get started. As always, we will emphasize issues that matter most to manufacturers, because we live and … [Read more...]
CIMCO MNT: Streamlining Maintenance Management for Manufacturers
CIMCO has recently released CIMCO MNT, a powerful Maintenance Management System designed to simplify and improve maintenance operations for industrial and manufacturing environments. This new solution brings a range of features to help businesses track errors, schedule maintenance, manage service reports, and oversee inventory, all in one centralized system. Whether you need … [Read more...]