NPI (New Product Introduction) VS. NPD (New Product Development)
In the world of manufacturing, the initials NPI and NPD are often mistakenly used interchangeably. However, there are a number of differences between the two. What is NPI? New Product Introduction is a program used within a company to define, develop and launch a new...
What Is NEMA?
Back in January, we posted a blog about the ever-important concept of putting safety first. In the world of manufacturing, those two little words couldn’t have bigger implications. Our blog pointed out the importance of considering the harsh environments within which...
What Is Mass Customization?
Imagine how boring life would be if we all looked, acted and felt exactly the same. Sure, differences of opinion have often led to extreme conflict. But, when you consider how fascinating all of our differences are, it truly helps to make this world a wonderful place...
What Is Delayed Differentiation?
Thankfully, “delayed differentiation” is one of those things that’s name describes what it is. Think about it this way. It’s a manufacturing technique that “delays” making a “difference” in the product until the very last step of the process. Delayed differentiation...
What Is The Difference Between Batch Production And Mass Production?
When it comes to producing large quantities of the exact same item – a manufacturing practice conducted by numerous businesses all over the world – there are a few different production techniques that can be employed. What’s the best way to get a large number of items...
Announcement of NCAGE Code
Flux Connectivity Inc. is pleased to announce our company has been assigned the NCAGE code (NATO Commercial and Government Entity) L0K40. The code identifies Flux Connectivity Inc. in the NATO Codification System – NCS. This means our products such as cable...
What Are The Benefits Of Capacity Planning?
Heijunka. Although this word may seem to be part of a foreign language (it is, in fact, Japanese), readers of the Flux Connectivity Blog may recall seeing it in our post about level loading in early March. The word, which translates to “leveling”, is a concept used in...
What Is The Difference Between Standard Cost And Average Cost?
For any business, proper inventory management is critical. To ensure that a company is profitable, it must have a good handle on how to control and measure its inventory levels. A company’s inventory, after all, is its biggest asset and having a strong understanding...
Outsourcing VS. Insourcing: Which Is Better For Your Business?
In the world of manufacturing, there exists a long-debated issue concerning outsourcing and insourcing. Many manufacturing professionals view outsourcing as the ideal cost-cutting measure, while others see insourcing as a more efficient way to meet company standards....
What Is A Patch Cord?
It’s true. We live in a wireless world. Each and every day, the vast majority of us use mobile devices that require no cords to be plugged into sockets in order to operate. However, it’s important to remember that – ironically – all wireless devices require wires at...