Manufacturing companies today are being bombarded with the requirement to embrace new capabilities such as Industry 4.0, Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), and Artificial Intelligence (AI)—but usually, lack the technical human resources to be successful. Coming to their aid is Tutelar Technologies, Inc. which provides device level interfaces and comprehensive process control through their software, Ujigami—without the need for sophisticated programming. It can be swiftly and effortlessly configured in a web browser to achieve the desired results—ensuring rapid and sustainable ROI. “Ujigami provides next generation capabilities—those promised by IIOT, Industry 4.0, AI, and more—without the need for extensive programming and customization,” Edward Dickson, CEO of Tutelar Technologies, Inc. Ujigami is purpose-built plant floor software that offers Product Directed Manufacturing, Advanced Mistake Proofing, Dock to Dock Management and Control, Flexible Manufacturing Environment, Fastest Plant Floor Device Level Interfaces, Total Solution Ownership, and Global Reach.

Ujigami software provides easy-to-use, real-time control of any manufacturing environment to deliver products with zero defects. It eliminates special cause variation and includes both Behavioral Mistake Proofing and Technical Mistake Proofing of all product and process requirements to ensure each part is manufactured to its unique specifications before releasing the part for shipping. All manufacturing and warehouse activities are managed through direct machine and operator control to ensure highest productivity and quality.

Ujigami’s latency to respond to plant floor activities is measured in milliseconds—fast enough to keep pace with the most advanced PLCs and equipment. Operators and machines don’t waste time waiting for the system to store data or determine the next requirement. Additionally, the software is completely device agnostic—with the ability to control all plant-floor equipment to deliver a comprehensive, integrated manufacturing environment.

Installing and embracing novel technology has never been easy for any organization. An example is the case of a leading Tier 1 automotive supplier, who were refurbishing their entire plant with robotic and automated processes, AGV and ASRS material stores and delivery, collaborative operator interfaces, and real-time production coordination, control and reporting.

Ujigami provides next generation capabilities—those promised by IIOT, Industry 4.0, AI, and more—without the need for extensive programming and customization

The supplier implemented a 20-year technology leap and needed an organization to ensure their success. With their comprehensive suite of manufacturing software, Tutelar helped them achieve the highly coordinated manufacturing environment required to orchestrate the new welding, press, paint, assembly, and testing requirements. And the outcomes are phenomenal! Material stores were significantly reduced, with a corresponding increase in on-time delivery. All OEE factors were improved more than 8 percent resulting in an overall OEE improvement of 13 percent and productivity up more than 50 percent.

Tutelar’s team comes from industry with a passion for manufacturing excellence. “Our team has real manufacturing experience. No matter what the problem is, what caused the issue, or when the problem occurs, our team will jump in to help you find the root cause and create a sustainable solution that works,” adds Dickson.

The year 2017 has been a busy, exciting year for Tutelar. Several of Tutelar’s Fortune 500 customers are taking advantage of Ujigam’s flexible architecture, robust performance, and ease-of-use to standardize their manufacturing operations globally. To support this global roll-out, Tutelar has partnered with a world-wide technical services provider to establish a local presence in North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America, Middle East, and Oceania – over 8,000 technicians in more than 180 countries. Furthermore, the firm is introducing the Ujigami Visual Management Center which coordinates the daily, weekly, and monthly reviews, tasks, and results required by leading manufacturing companies—adding another feather to the firm’s distinctive product arsenal.