AST Integrated Production Solutions
May 2004
System Integration & Control Systems Design
AST Integrated Production Solutions (IPS), a business unit of the AST Group, has positioned itself to provide customised manufacturing consulting services based on its industry knowledge and experience in supporting manufacturing processes from raw material input, processing, logistics, financials and human resources, through to distribution.
AST IPS' strength lies in its insight, experience and track record with regard to 'sensor-to-boardroom' systems integration and the implementation of manufacturing execution systems (MES), logistics systems, supply chain management (SCM) systems supported by its consulting services on all these areas.
This system integrator follows a phased approach, which clearly identifies the key opportunities to improve an organisation's processes. Once the main objectives are established, AST performs a comprehensive study that results in concrete recommendations for improving the bottom line, thus assisting organisations in realising the maximum value from current and future investments.
For more information contact Carla Pattison, communications manager, AST, 012 675 5681, [email protected]
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