Modern Tools for Smarter Manufacturing
Technology as a Competitive Advantage
Technology is no longer optional. Without the right tools in place, productivity, quality, and decision-making can suffer. OMEP helps you choose, implement, and fully benefit from advanced technologies that improve performance across your business.
From AI and automation to ERP systems and digital work instructions, we provide practical guidance and hands-on support so new tools fit your goals and get used effectively on the floor.
Advanced Technology
Artificial Intelligence
Put AI to Work for Your Operation
AI is no longer out of reach for smaller organizations. The challenge is knowing where to start and how to use it in ways that deliver measurable results. We help you identify and implement realistic applications of AI that solve everyday problems.
We can help you:
- Pinpoint areas where AI can deliver immediate value
- Use predictive insights to improve scheduling, maintenance, and quality
- Apply machine learning to reduce waste and optimize output
- Integrate AI with existing systems for better decision-making
Our focus is on tools that work in your environment, making AI accessible, understandable, and valuable from day one.
Advanced Technology
Digital Standard Work / Augmented Reality
Train Faster and Work Smarter with Digital Tools
When training is slow or inconsistent, productivity and quality suffer. We help you modernize standard work using digital instructions and augmented reality (AR) that speed up learning, reduce variation, and improve retention.
We can help you:
- Create clear, visual work instructions for mobile or tablet access
- Implement AR-based simulations for safe, repeatable training
- Build digital workflows that reduce paper and manual rework
- Scale training consistently across shifts and sites
These tools are designed to address real workforce challenges and improve daily performance.
Advanced Technology
ERP
Get More Value from Your ERP System
An ERP system should make running your business easier, not harder. If you are selecting a new platform or frustrated with the performance of your current system, we can help you get ERP working for you.
We support ERP projects by helping you:
- Map workflows to define accurate system requirements
- Identify the best-fit solution for your team and budget
- Navigate implementation with minimal disruption
- Improve adoption with training and change management
- Troubleshoot or optimize an existing ERP
Our goal is to ensure your ERP supports your operations and delivers the results you expect.
Frequently Asked Questions About AI & Advanced Technology
How can a small or mid-sized manufacturer get started with AI?
Start by identifying a specific business challenge, such as scheduling delays, recurring quality issues, or time-consuming manual tasks. OMEP works with your team to evaluate where AI could be useful and identify practical applications that fit your goals, existing systems, and operating environment.
How does OMEP determine where AI could benefit our manufacturing business?
OMEP works alongside your team to understand your processes and identify opportunities for improvement. We explore applications such as predictive insights for scheduling, maintenance, and quality, as well as machine learning to reduce waste and improve output. The assessment helps establish where to focus and what implementation would involve.
Can OMEP help us select and implement an ERP system?
Yes. OMEP helps manufacturers map workflows, define system requirements, and identify an ERP solution that fits their team and budget. We also support implementation, employee training, and adoption so the system supports how your business operates and helps your people use it effectively.
Can OMEP help us improve an ERP system we already have?
Yes. OMEP can help troubleshoot and optimize an existing ERP system. We work with your team to understand where the system or its use is creating difficulties, review the processes it supports, and identify improvements. Support may include workflow changes, training, and steps to improve employee adoption.
What are digital work instructions, and how can they improve employee training?
Digital work instructions provide clear, visual guidance that employees can access on a tablet or mobile device. They support onboarding and help employees perform tasks consistently across shifts and locations. OMEP’s STNDRD tool helps manufacturers create and maintain digital standard work instructions, with multilingual support and voice-enabled guidance to make training more accessible.
How does OMEP help employees adopt new manufacturing technology?
OMEP combines practical guidance with hands-on implementation support. We work with your team to connect technology choices to business goals, consider how tools will be used in daily work, and support training and adoption. The aim is to help employees use new systems effectively and sustain improvements over time.
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