The importance of reducing defects spans industries—whether you work in automotive manufacturing, electronics production, pharmaceuticals, or operate within a large manufacturing space. Defects in production can be costly, leading to rework, delays, and inefficiencies that directly impact the bottom line. Read more…

Optimizing inventory, like most problem-solving, requires a thoughtful process and a few steps. Naturally, the easiest way to prevent backorders is to always have a lot of inventory on hand. There are ramifications for not optimizing inventory, though. By overproducing and maintaining high of inventory levels, products could spoil or even decay. Excess inventory not only creates costs today, it also generates hidden costs later if you need to produce more goods to replace products that sat on the shelf for too long. Read more…

Many customers tell us how much they like Minitab Workspace, but experience pushback from IT leadership who question its need with having access to Visio. While it's true that many Microsoft 365 users have access to Visio and there is some overlap in the products, they have very different applications. Read more…

When facing a problem, you've most likely heard the saying "take the bull by the horns." It's often also easier said than done.

COVID-19's economic repercussions have forced businesses worldwide to deal with the phenomenon that occurs in multi-level supply chains where orders at the end of the supply chain, close to the customer, are amplified with each additional supply chain actor. This is called the bullwhip effect.

We sat down with Emily Steinkamp, Director of Global Learning and Development at Minitab, to discuss her experience using Workspace for her team’s data management needs

The cosmetic industry's manufacturing process is intricate. It sits at a critical intersection between scientific precision and creative formulation, where even the slightest misstep can have significant consequences. After all, these products are applied to sensitive areas like skin, hair, and even around the eyes. Ensuring their safety and effectiveness requires finding the perfect balance of ingredients. In this blog, we will explore how Minitab supports the teams and organizations that work in cosmetic manufacturing.