Corso Systems explains the differences between the acronyms PID and P&ID. They use same three letters but they both refer to very different things in a manufacturing setting.

Corso Systems details the Quality metric as part of an overall OEE calculation. This includes how to generate the quantity of good produced as well as the quantity of good parts. More information on tracking this data is included as well as a priority list for implement quality as part of your overall OEE and MES strategy.

Corso Systems MES 101 series examines MES and OEE essentials with this guide on Downtime Tracking. Learn to boost manufacturing efficiency and reduce downtime.

Corso Systems explores the basic differences between DCS and PLC SCADA systems. We explain why you will likely want to use a SCADA unless you are working with a legacy situation and equipment.

Corso Systems outlines how the features of Siemens Simatic Information Server allow you to easily access process information to improve your bottom line!

Corso Systems defines the SCADA acronym (Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition), provides examples of SCADA systems and explains when and where you would use a SCADA system in a manufacturing facility to increase overall efficiency.

Corso Systems wrote a series about manufacturing information technology for Oil & Gas Engineering Magazine. In the series' final post we discuss how the concept of the manufacturing technology pyramid applies to manufacturing operations with real world examples.

Jaxon Energy teamed up with Corso Systems to develop a new control and information system for its Jackson, MS hydrotreating plant. We leveraged Rockwell Automation's FactoryTalk software suite for robust operator control of the plant and secure remote access to real-time information.