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October 2025 SMT007 Magazine: Upgrading Your Production Software
October 1, 2025 | I-Connect007 Editorial TeamEstimated reading time: Less than a minute
EMS companies need advanced software systems to thrive and compete. But these systems require significant effort to integrate and deploy. What is the reality, and how can we make it easier for everyone?
In the October 2025 issue of SMT007 Magazine, we investigate business operations software and how best to achieve the necessary integrations. It would seem that this is not a simple task.
Some MES and ERP software understand assembly of electronics, but many will require significant customization and API work to be fully functional. What tools are EMS companies using, what are they moving to, and what are the challenges to completing that move?
If you’re not integrating new operations software, then you’ve just finished or you’re getting ready to start. No matter where you are in the process, we share insights you’ll be able to apply immediately.
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