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Developers, how do you coordinate shared resources without locks? An office has 10 devs and only 1 printer. How do you coordinate all these print jobs WITHOUT using locks or mutexes? For a bonus: How would you ensure fairness under HIGH load? Put your solution in the comments.

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Release: #CODESYS OPC UA Client API 1. 2. 0. 0 The new version can be downloaded and installed directly with the CODESYS Installer. 📄 Release Notes: https://ow.ly/MuOp50WkfiY 📄 #CODESYS OPC UA Client API: https://ow.ly/9Io250VZ1yc #programming #plc #automation

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WinCC Unified Goes Multilingual: Business Logic in any Language I’ve built several wrappers around the GraphQL server, making it possible to use the programming language of your choice when implementing business logic and custom integrations. Choose the language that fits your team and your use case best. Whether you’re building dashboards, data-driven forecasts, or streamlined control logic, you can now use: ·      Node.js ·      JavaScript/HTML ·      Python ·      Rust ·      Java ·      Go ·      C ·      Dart Important note: the WinCC Unified GraphQL Server’s underlying transport is REST! If your clients are asking for a REST interface for WinCC Unified, GraphQL is the right answer - it delivers the full REST experience, plus WebSockets for real-time data streaming when you need live updates. https://lnkd.in/dSPkjDdh #WinCCUnified #GraphQL #IndustrialAutomation #Python #JavaScript #Rust #Go #Java #C #IIoT #DigitalTransformation Philipp Armbruster Roland Melzer Harald Gebuhr

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🌿 How did a 73-day ERP implementation process transform a cannabis manufacturer? Leaf Infusions Inc. faced a critical challenge: the need to scale operations while complying with stringent regulations. The solution? A swift and strategic deployment of Plex, by Rockwell Automation by Control+M Solutions. The new ERP system revolutionized Leaf Infusions' operations: ➡️Automated regulatory reporting for Health Canada and CRA, saving 6 days of manual work per month ➡️Real-time visibility into inventory levels, enhancing production and supply chain efficiency. ➡️Improved user adoption with an intuitive interface, crucial for maintaining compliance and operational flow. Read the full case study here: https://rok.auto/3S03tPJ #enterpriseresourcemanagement #smartmanufacturing #cannabisindustry #regulatorycompliance #PlexERP

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Discover how Harvest Food Group LLC revolutionized their production process with ERP and MES from Plex, by Rockwell Automation. From overcoming manual invoice headaches to achieving real-time data accuracy, their journey is a testament to the power of digital transformation. 🌟 🔗 Check out the full case study to see how they enhanced efficiency and data integrity across the board! https://rok.auto/4444MEo #CaseStudy #DigitalTransformation #ManufacturingExcellence #MES #ERP

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After watching another IT-led OT project struggle, I need to say this out loud: You cannot implement Level 3 solutions like MES using traditional IT consulting methodology. Full stop. Here's why the "discovery → blueprint → build in a vacuum" approach falls apart in manufacturing operations: Organizations implementing MES for the first time don't know what they don't know. You cannot blueprint shop floor workflows in a conference room. Manufacturing operations are where "the standard is always the exception." This works for ERP because GAAP and SOX create standardized, controlled processes. Financial close looks the same everywhere. But on the shop floor? Every line is different. Every product has quirks. Every shift has tribal knowledge that lives nowhere in your documentation. OT requires agile because that's how operations actually work. Every day is an iteration of the previous day. Continuous improvement isn't a buzzword—it's how we survive. Nothing sits still in OT. Yes, iterative projects with embedded project teams seem slower. But you're not just building a system—you're building buy-in, organizational capability, and deep understanding of the tools and digital fluency. When operators and engineers learn and decide together through each sprint, they own the solution. For enterprise projects, hybrid works best: waterfall structure for governance and budgets, but agile flexibility during the build phase. This lets teams discover capabilities, test options, and make informed decisions about how things will actually work on the floor. The mindset shift IT leaders need: OT is fundamentally about managing variability and complexity in real-time. IT is about standardizing and controlling it. Different problems require different approaches. This is why we see so many IT-led OT projects fail to reach their potential.

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Sanmartin Brasil is accelerating its digital transformation with IFS Arnaldo Fogaça, General IT Coordinator at Sanmartin, shares how the company — a leader in automation for the beverage and food industries — is elevating efficiency through robotics, AI, and cutting-edge innovation. A proud IFS customer since 2005, Sanmartin has transformed operations across engineering, manufacturing, finance, and distribution. Now, the company is taking its next major step: moving to IFS Cloud to gain a competitive edge, stay ahead of rapid technological change, and unlock the full potential of AI-driven innovation. Watch the video to see how Sanmartin is shaping the future of industry with IFS: https://ifs.link/DZKxc2 #AIinIndustry #IFSConnectBrazil2025 #IFSAI

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As a growing manufacturing business in the highly regulated defense industry, Van-Am Tool & Engineering LLC is unlocking real-time business insights with Epicor Grow. With user-friendly analytics and expert support, they’re dialing into the metrics that matter most. 📊 See how automation is transforming decision-making:https://bit.ly/3GUH7x7

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🎯 No formal degree? No problem. You can still break into Industrial Automation—and thrive. One of the smartest ways to enter this high-demand field is by learning Allen-Bradley and Rockwell Automation systems first. They’re the industry standard in North America and used in countless sectors—water/wastewater, energy, manufacturing, food & beverage, and more. 💡 You don’t need a university degree to become a great PLC or SCADA programmer. You need determination, hands-on practice, and the right resources. 🔧 Start with Rockwell. Learn it well. Build your career. Here are some excellent and affordable places to learn Allen-Bradley systems (Studio 5000, RSLogix 500/5000, FactoryTalk View, PanelView, etc.): myPLCtraining.com – Rockwell-focused, beginner-friendly SolisPLC – Real-world project-based Rockwell training PLCdojo – Practical controls with Rockwell tools Udemy – Budget courses on Allen-Bradley & HMIs RealPars – Easy-to-digest Rockwell lessons PLCGurus.NET – Community-driven technical learning YouTube – Free Rockwell tutorials from RealPars, The Automation Guy, and more 🚀 With these resources and a strong work ethic, you can go from zero experience to being a capable automation professional. No degree. No gatekeeping. Just proven skills. #AllenBradley #RockwellAutomation #PLCProgramming #SCADA #IndustrialAutomation #ControlsEngineering #SelfTaughtEngineer #NoDegreeNeeded #Studio5000 #Manufacturing #SmartWater #AutomationCareers #TechWithoutCollege

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When a single file can stop production, every file matters. See how leading manufacturers secure operations and prevent file-borne attacks: https://hubs.la/Q03J_F-50

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Acumatica 2025 R1 enhancements are built for your business. With hundreds of updates tailored for industries like manufacturing, retail, construction, and more, our latest release delivers smarter tools, a sleek new UI, and AI-powered efficiency that helps you stay agile. See what’s new 🔍https://acumati.ca/3RCOISw

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🥱 Paper is so yesterday. QAD Redzone’s Digital Work Instructions give your frontline everything they need, right when they need it! Whether it’s onboarding a new hire or walking through a complex setup, teams can access interactive guides, real-time feedback, and updates from any device on the floor. Manufacturers using Redzone have seen training time cut in half, quality improve, and performance climb — all by making work more intuitive and easier to get right the first time. Step away from static instructions. Start building a more connected, confident workforce. Read more — https://lnkd.in/gSMMBqmx #ConnectedWorkforce #DigitalInstructions #ManufacturingInnovation #WorkSmarter #LeanManufacturing #FactoryFloor

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🏭 Warehouse software shouldn't feel like solving a puzzle with missing pieces. Yet, many organizations struggle with systems that don't communicate, creating "analysis paralysis" and operational friction. IIoT-World tackles the critical challenge of unifying warehouse technology stacks—from #WMS #integration to #automation flexibility. We appreciate this opportunity, as Jason Franklin reveals practical strategies for readers across varying levels of warehouse maturity. Whether you're dealing with manual #fulfillment processes or implementing cutting-edge AI-driven optimization, this article's insights help you quickly: ✅ Map your integration strategy (best-of-breed vs. platform approach) ✅ Make optimal #MHE decisions based on 6 flexibility criteria ✅ Future-proof with multiagent orchestration (#MAO) platforms If you're tired of disconnected systems holding back your #warehouse #efficiency, or you need more expert advice, READ our "Comprehensive Guide to Warehouse Management Maturity & Flexibility 🤖 https://bit.ly/3ZqeptJ #WarehouseSoftware #warehouseinventorysoftware #SupplyChainOptimization #Automation #Integration #MHE #manufacturing #cpg #dtc #d2c https://lnkd.in/dUWPz5jV

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