Network Centric Manufacturing (NCM) is the rapid assembly and seamless coordination of dynamic supply chains to accelerate production and reduce costs. These supply chains have the ability to: 1) quickly change form and structure; 2) coordinate and collaborate regardless of disparate computer systems; and 3) view individual manufacturing processes throughout the chain. The requirements for successful Network Centric Manufacturing include a common connecting technology, the skills to orchestrate a wide variety of participants, and an orchestrating organization that is accepted as a trusted third party.
NCM Enterprises can be expanded, reduced or disbanded as demands from original equipment manufacturers, prime contractors and government agencies change. These flexible and agile supply chains have been defined across all industries as the most effective means to reduce costs, improve response times and increase competitive advantage. The Doyle Center has developed this model and the supporting infrastructure to help U.S. manufacturers become more competitive.
Save the Date Help move U.S. manufacturing forward, attend the second NCM Forum at the Pittsburgh Marriott City Center on October 15, 2008. 2007 NCM Forum Recap Last October, manufacturing thought leaders came together to discuss resolving U.S. manufacturing challenges through Network Centric Manufacturing. Download a PDF of the white paper to learn more. >> View the Forum’s presentations and outcomes. >> Our Solutions at Work In order to tackle a major multi-year production contract, Custom Manufacturing & Engineering, Inc. turned to the Doyle Center for help. Read the case study. >> Doyle Center Names President and CEO After a unanimous vote, the Doyle Center’s board of directors promoted Dennis Thompson to president and CEO. Read more at the Pittsburgh Business Times. >>