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09/08/2026

It is easy to focus strictly on features and data during an MES deployment, but the real test happens on the factory floor. If your operators aren't comfortable using the software, performance stalls quickly.

Our new blog post covers how targeting training directly to frontline workers leads to smoother adoption, fewer errors, and better results overall.
Check it out here: https://hubs.la/Q04w_3NW0

Get practical insight into a MES training strategy and how to train operators on MES using role paths, shift-friendly practice, and data quality checks.

09/01/2026

Strong partner ecosystems are the key to driving true transformation on the factory floor. That’s why 42Q is proud to participate in the upcoming Software Defined Factory event, hosted by our strategic partners at Software Defined Automation (SDA) on September 29th at BMW Welt in Munich!

🎤 Our Speaking Session
Manesh Patel (SVP & CIO, Sanmina and COO, 42Q) and Wellington Giolo (VP, Business Development & Strategic Alliances, 42Q) will take the stage for their presentation: "Completely Software Defined — Rebuilding Global Production as One Stack."

They will share how combining 42Q's cloud-native MES intelligence with SDA's Industrial DevOps layer empowers manufacturers to:

- Bridge the IT/OT Divide: Securely connect enterprise MES workflows directly to factory PLC assets and control layers.
- Implement Industrial DevOps: Automate PLC configuration backups, enforce comprehensive version control, and mitigate human operational error.
- Drive Measurable ROI: Cut machine failure downtime from 40 minutes down to 5 minutes while eliminating hardware vendor lock-in.

🎟️ Register & Join the Conversation
Be part of the discussion in Munich! Request your invitation and secure your spot today: https://hubs.la/Q04w94Wn0

One day, one room: the state layer for physical AI, shown by the plants already running it. Invitation only — BMW Welt, Munich, 29 September 2026.

08/14/2026

Still relying on static PDFs, paper binders, or tribal knowledge on your shop floor?

It’s time to close the last mile of your digital thread.
With the 42Q & Canvas Envision 3GFX Xcelerator, you can embed interactive, real-time 3D work instructions directly inside your 42Q MES workflow. Deliver clear visual guidance to your operators at the exact point of ex*****on—while keeping 42Q as your uncompromised ex*****on system of record.

🎬 Want to see it in action? Watch our on-demand webinar!

In this session, you’ll discover:

- The 5-Step Operator Workflow: See how easy it is to Scan, Visualize, Identify, Repair, and Trace unit issues.
- Closed-Loop Feedback: Watch operators route clarity issues directly back to engineering authors in real time.
- AI-Powered Speed: Learn how the Evie AI Assistant accelerates instruction creation to keep pace with rapid floor changes.
Validate the 3GFX Xcelerator on your shop floor in weeks, not months.

👇 Watch the on-demand webinar and request your joint demo today:
https://hubs.la/Q04t6Cf30

Move beyond static PDFs, paper binders, and tribal knowledge at the station.The 42Q + Canvas Envision integration closes the last mile of the digital thread by embedding interactive, current 3D work instructions directly inside your 42Q MES workflow. Deliver clear visual guidance to your workforce a...

08/06/2026

IT Manager in the Consumer Goods Industry gives 42Q 5/5 Rating in Gartner Peer Insights™ Manufacturing Ex*****on Systems Market. Read the full review here: https://hubs.la/Q04s9fWM0

07/29/2026

Hitting "go-live" on your new manufacturing software feels like a huge win—and it is! But what happens once the initial roll-out excitement fades? 🛠️📈

In our latest article, we break down how manufacturing teams can look past deployment metrics and measure the real, bottom-line financial value of their digital transformation. From tightening shop-floor data accuracy to driving team adoption, learn the key steps to ensure your technology investment pays off continuously.

Ready to transform raw data into measurable factory performance? Tap the link below to dive in!
🔗 Read the full guide here: https://hubs.la/Q04r8zc_0

Learn how to measure digital factory ROI after go-live using verified baselines, operational MES performance metrics, and governance practices that align operations, finance, and quality.

07/27/2026

Your MES pilot line was a massive success, but how do you replicate those results across all your global facilities? 🏭🌍

Scaling digital transformation is rarely straightforward. Moving from a single-plant pilot to a globally standardized manufacturing ex*****on system requires aligning different plant cultures, legacy systems, and regional processes.

Discover the key steps to successfully roll out your MES across your entire enterprise and achieve true operational standardization.

📖 Read the full blog here: https://hubs.la/Q04qxX7G0

Get practical insight into MES scalability, from pilot line to global MES rollout, with standards, integrations, governance, and rollout gates.

07/23/2026

mplementing an MES is a massive win, but what happens after the initial deployment excitement fades? 🏭

Maintaining value year over year requires moving beyond basic shop floor tracking. True operational resilience means building factory processes that adapt to sudden disruptions, scale on demand, and continuously optimize output.

Are you getting the full long-term return on your MES investment?
📖 Read the full blog for practical ways to future-proof your plant floor: https://hubs.la/Q04qxJ0r0

Get practical insight into post-implementation MES actions, MES maturity stages, and governance needed for sustained MES value and long-term results.

07/09/2026

Manufacturing enterprises generate data at an incredible rate. To help enterprise teams easily align this high-precision shop floor data with broad corporate business systems, we have teamed up with our partner, Snowflake, to launch an advanced option.

Introducing the Smart Factory Data Engine: Powered by Snowflake's AI Data Cloud.

Developed by manufacturers for manufacturers , 42Q drives real-time production, routing, and compliance ex*****on. This joint offering acts as an enterprise data lake add-on. It gives you the power to stream and offload massive-scale data aggregation, cross-functional analytics, and long-term historical AI workloads directly into your corporate Snowflake ecosystem.

By choosing to offload these specialized workloads , you can easily combine 42Q manufacturing metrics with ERP and CRM data to move from reactive troubleshooting to proactive innovation.

Read our full blog post to see how this add-on extends your operational data footprint.
👉 https://hubs.la/Q04p3fRJ0

Discover how the optional 42Q and Snowflake data lake integration allows manufacturers to offload complex factory data into enterprise business intelligence.

06/17/2026

Transforming your manufacturing operations doesn't start on the factory floor. It starts at the top. 🏭💡

Many organizations invest heavily in new digital tools, only to fall short of their expected ROI. Why? Because true digital transformation requires an upgrade in mindset, not just machinery.

As a leader, the way you approach problem-solving, data visibility, and team empowerment directly impacts your bottom line.

In our latest 42Q blog, we reveal the 7 Mindset Shifts That Help Leaders Deliver Measurable Results. We break down exactly how modern manufacturing leaders are pivoting their thinking to:

✅ Move from reactive troubleshooting to predictive, data-driven strategy
✅ Break down operational silos for connected, real-time visibility
✅ Turn complex production data into clear, measurable outcomes

If you're looking to scale efficiency and truly harness the power of Smart Manufacturing, this is a must-read.
👉 Read the full breakdown of the 7 mindset shifts here: https://hubs.la/Q04lMg0g0

What is the biggest leadership challenge you or your customer have faced during the digital transformation journey? Let us know in the comments below! 👇💬

Learn how accountability models, value stream focus, and data literacy programs support measurable results for manufacturing leaders with practical insights.

06/09/2026

Why do so many Digital Factory initiatives stall in “pilot purgatory”?

It is usually not a technology issue. It is an adoption and data integrity issue.

When there is no clear value story linking board-level goals to the operator’s shift, the shop floor does not see value, old processes return, and data quality erodes.

To move beyond pilots, manufacturers need a practitioner-led governance model.

In our guide, “Leadership Guide: Scaling Digital Factory Programs with Strategic Governance” we outline a practical approach to move from initial rollout to multi-plant scale built on 5 pillars:

1️⃣ Scope discipline – Start and finish with defined value. Use a focused “First Wave” on a narrow set of lines, freeze scope, and target high-impact outcomes. Features that do not solve documented floor pain are deferred.

2️⃣ Governance for speed – Avoid analysis paralysis with clear decision rights across four layers: Steering Committee, Plant Leadership Council, Architecture Board, and Value Realization Office.

3️⃣ Actionable KPIs – Track a small set of metrics that drive action: First Pass Yield, Schedule Adherence, Digital Adoption Rate, Cost Per Good Unit.

4️⃣ Data at the point of use – Standardize a cross-plant data dictionary and provide simple, real-time visuals (run rate, scrap, SPC drift) at the work cell.

5️⃣ Hands-on upskilling – Use short digital lessons with line-side practice, empower floor coaches, and link digital badges to clear career paths.

How 42Q supports this model

42Q removes common blockers like siloed data and inconsistent adoption. Our cloud-based MES offers:

- Role-Based Dashboards for global executive visibility and guided workflows for operators.
- Cloud manufacturing architecture with built-in security and audit trails for regulated environments.

This helps leaders move from guesswork to real-time insight and scale Digital Factory programs with confidence.

👉 Read the full Executive Guide:
https://hubs.la/Q04kDK6y0

Discover how to scale digital factory programs beyond pilot purgatory using a practitioner-led governance structure, scope discipline, and actionable plant metrics.