Optimizing Shopfloor Data with Paul Sudar from Peakboard Americas
In the first episode of the DigitalituM Podcast, I’m excited to welcome Paul Sudar from Peakboard Americas as our guest. Paul is a Senior Software Consultant at Peakboard and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Digital Business Management from the Cooperative State University of Baden-Württemberg. Like me, Paul is also from Germany, and it’s great to have him here with us today.
Peakboard is a technology partner of DigitalituM that specializes in visualizing and dashboarding machine data on the shop floor. With hundreds of predefined interfaces to various standard PLCs and ERP systems, Peakboard integrates seamlessly into existing data structures. Additionally, the solution offers numerous pre-built visualization templates that can be easily customized to meet individual needs.
The free Peakboard Designer tool allows users to quickly start their first project without any barriers. Best of all, the entire solution runs on a cost-effective subscription model.
A recent example of Peakboard in action is its integration into a manual assembly line for medical devices. In this case, a traditional whiteboard was replaced with an interactive Peakboard solution that visualizes production and quality data in real-time.
The Conversation with Paul Sudar: Key Takeaways
During the discussion with Paul, we explored several exciting topics around the challenges and innovations in the manufacturing industry, especially in relation to digital transformation. The main focus was on how Peakboard helps companies visualize data, optimize processes, and make well-informed, real-time decisions.
Some of the key points from the conversation:
- The manufacturing industry faces numerous challenges that require innovative solutions.
- Digital transformation is essential for optimizing production processes and remaining competitive.
- Peakboard started as a tool for visualizing SAP data but has since evolved into a versatile solution.
- Peakboard’s core mission is to make data accessible and useful on the shop floor.
- Real-time information is critical for making quick and informed decisions in manufacturing.
- Peakboard integrates various data sources seamlessly, providing maximum flexibility.
- Peakboard’s technology includes both hardware and software components.
- Common use cases for Peakboard range from tracking machine errors to inventory management.
- Artificial intelligence (AI) will play an increasingly important role in data visualization and decision-making.
- Collaboration between companies is crucial for the successful implementation of these solutions.
The conversation with Paul was highly insightful and provided a deep look into the role Peakboard plays in transforming manufacturing processes. If you want to learn more about Peakboard and its innovative solutions, be sure to check out the full episode!
SHOW NOTES and LINKS:
Markus’s LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markusrimmele/
Paul Sudar LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-sudar-9a380912b/
Peakboard website: https://peakboard.com/en-us/
Video Peakboard explained in 2 min: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p1RTUea8JIo&t=11s
Peakboard data sources and integration: https://peakboa