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      From Shop Floor to Smart Factory: Connecting Manufacturing, ERP, and Data

      April 21, 2026

      In this episode of Make It Better, manufacturing expert Mike Buchli (SOLIDWORKS) sits down with Imtiaz Lodhi (Arisoft Global) to explore how modern manufacturers are bridging the gap between design, production, and business systems using ERP, MES, and real-time data.

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        What does it really take to transform a traditional shop floor into a fully connected, data-driven smart factory?

        In this episode of Make It Better, manufacturing expert Mike Buchli (SOLIDWORKS) sits down with Imtiaz Lodhi (Arisoft Global) to explore how modern manufacturers are bridging the gap between design, production, and business systems using ERP, MES, and real-time data.

        From disconnected workflows to fully integrated operations, they break down how solutions like DELMIAWorks Manufacturing ERP are helping companies streamline processes, improve visibility, and make smarter decisions at every stage of production.

        You’ll learn:

        • How to connect CAD, ERP, and shop floor systems for better efficiency
        • Why data visibility is critical for scaling manufacturing operations
        • The role of MES, IoT, and analytics in today’s smart factories
        • Practical steps to move from siloed systems to a connected ecosystem

        Whether you’re an engineer, operations leader, or business decision-maker, this conversation delivers real-world insights to help you modernize your manufacturing strategy, and make it better.

        Speakers

        Mike Buchli

        Roles Portfolio Manager, SOLIDWORKS, Dassault Systèmes

        Imtiaz Lodhi

        President, Arisoft Solutions
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