Manufacturing Operations Intelligence

Less Downtime.
Less Manual Work.
More Output.

We help small manufacturers turn operational data into measurable results — using proven tools, practical implementations, and a methodology built for the shop floor.

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Manufacturers using data-driven operational monitoring reduce unplanned downtime by 25–40% within the first year.

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Reduce Unplanned Downtime

Know when equipment is about to fail — before it does. Real-time sensor monitoring and predictive maintenance alerts keep your lines running.

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Eliminate Manual Reporting

Stop copying data between systems by hand. Automated pipelines connect your PLCs, ERP, and dashboards so your team works on problems, not spreadsheets.

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Automate Repetitive Processes

From quality checklists to work order generation, we automate the workflows that drain your operators' time — without disrupting the floor.

Built for Small Manufacturers

We work with manufacturers between 25 and 250 employees — companies that need modern data infrastructure but can't justify enterprise-scale costs or multi-year implementation timelines.

If your team is making decisions from spreadsheets, paper logs, or gut instinct, you're leaving efficiency on the table. We fix that — practically, affordably, and without overhauling your operation.

Industries We Serve

  • Discrete manufacturing
  • Food & beverage processing
  • Fabricated metals & machining
  • Plastics & rubber
  • Wood products & building materials

From Assessment to Results in 90 Days

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Rapid Assessment — Week 1–2

We come on-site, map your current data flows, and identify your highest-ROI improvement opportunities. You leave with a prioritized roadmap and an honest picture of what's possible.

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Focused Pilot — Weeks 3–12

We implement one high-impact solution — a live OEE dashboard, an automated reporting pipeline, a predictive maintenance system — and measure the results against your baseline.

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Ongoing Partnership — Month 4+

Once the pilot proves ROI, we move into an ongoing retainer: monitoring, optimization, and continuous improvement. Your investment keeps compounding.

Every engagement starts with a fixed-fee assessment. You'll know exactly what you're getting — and what it's worth — before any larger commitment.

What We Deliver

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Real-Time OEE Dashboards

Live visibility into availability, performance, and quality across every line and shift. Built on open-source tools your team can actually maintain.

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Automated Data Pipelines

Connect your PLCs, SCADA, ERP, and reporting systems. Eliminate manual data entry and get accurate, timely information without the spreadsheet grind.

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Predictive Maintenance

Sensor data → anomaly detection → maintenance alert. Catch failures before they happen. Reduce reactive maintenance costs by 25–40%.

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AI-Powered Process Automation

Intelligent agents that handle routine workflows — work order generation, quality reporting, inventory queries — so your people focus on higher-value work.

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Custom Software & Integrations

When off-the-shelf tools don't fit your process, we build what does. Custom MES modules, ERP integrations, and operator interfaces.

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Data Strategy & Roadmapping

Not sure where to start? Our Rapid Assessment gives you a clear, prioritized plan — with ROI estimates — before you commit a dollar to implementation.

What Could Better OEE Be Worth to You?

Enter your numbers and see the potential impact of a 5–10 point OEE improvement at your facility.

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These estimates are based on industry benchmarks and your inputs. Actual results vary by facility, equipment, and implementation scope. A Rapid Assessment at your facility will establish your specific baseline and a more accurate ROI projection.

Want a precise estimate based on your actual facility data?

Enter your email and we'll send you a summary of your results — plus the next step to get a real baseline from your floor.

Ready to talk through what's realistic for your operation? Book a Free 30-Minute Call →

Why Foundry Data Group

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Manufacturing First, Technology Second

We're not IT consultants who learned manufacturing terminology. We understand OEE, cycle time, first-pass yield, and changeover optimization — because that's the language of the problems we solve.

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Right-Sized for Your Budget

Enterprise solutions start at $500K and take 18 months. Ours start at $3,000 and deliver measurable results within 90 days. We use proven open-source tools to keep your costs down and your control up.

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You Own Everything

No vendor lock-in. No proprietary platform subscriptions. Every solution we build uses tools your team can maintain, modify, and hand off.

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Pilot Before You Commit

Every engagement starts small. Our Rapid Assessment gives you a roadmap; our fixed-fee pilots prove ROI before any larger investment. We earn the next phase.

Ready to See What Your Data Can Do?

Start with a free 30-minute call. We'll ask about your operation, identify your biggest data and process pain points, and tell you honestly whether we can help.

No pitch decks. No obligation.

Or email us directly: hello@foundrydatagroup.com