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Process Simulation & Prototyping

QI want to simulate a process related to oil exploration and then prototyping it physically. I have got the drawings of the components involving in the process in AutoCAD. First I want to develop a computer model to simulate the suggested oil exploration method. It involves giving commands and moving and rotating components according to the requirements through the user interface. Once the simulation in the computer is done the next step would be building a small physical prototype and simulating the process using a small prototype. Can I use a SCADA software to handle the overall design and testing of the process? Kind regards

Voice-Activated Robots?

QCan the Robots by Microsoft be operated by voice activators? Will this make a difference-a change for the present laborers?

SAP Implementation Help

QWe are in the process of implementing SAP at our organization. The struggle we are having is MRP within a design/build custom job shop within the precast concrete product divsion. Do you know of a consultant or expert who may be able to visit with our Core Implementation Team and provide some insight and answer some questions on the MRP functionality and integration with the rest of our SAP ERP system?
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Doug Engel

National Manufacturing Practice Leader, Deloitte

With over 30 years of Big Four client service experience, Doug has served manufacturers in virtually every industry, many with significant global operations, primarily in the consumer products, life sciences and distribution sectors. He functions in a variety of roles, from lead client service partner to practice and industry leadership. Doug is also a member of the firm's Global Manufacturing Industry Steering Committee and the Management Committee of Deloitte's Management Solutions Practice. Most recently, he led Deloitte's efforts to perform a global manufacturing benchmarking survey covering over 650 manufacturers. Doug has authored numerous articles about various issues impacting today's manufacturers, including how supply chains are a key differentiator. In addition, he has addressed a number of professional audiences on topics such as supply chain management, globalization, innovation, product development, collaboration and cost management.
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