How BIC overcame operational silos to integrate technology and people

Posted on 29 Sep 2023 by Joe Bush

Manufacturing giant BIC, a world leader in stationery, lighters, and shavers, wanted to embrace the possibilities that digital transformation offers for operational efficiency.

Real-time visibility into production processes, inventory levels and quality metrics is now an essential requirement to remain competitive in modern manufacturing, even for established, iconic brands. BIC signed a multi-site Manufacturing Execution System (MES) subscription agreement with Plex and Rockwell Automation in December 2020 for a comprehensive suite of tools to manage and optimise manufacturing…

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