Factory Operations

Case Study: Improving on-time delivery of luxury watches through enhanced factory operations management

The production planning for watches is complex, and any disruptions in the supply chain can cause significant delays in production. This article presented a case study of how a leading luxury watchmaker implemented Pelico to equip their factories with more agility and improve their operational performance.

January 20, 2026

3 factory operational strategies to secure revenue

Production blockers can only be effectively identified and prevented once we are able to monitor, in real-time, the planning feasibility. This means instead of continuing today’s approach of systematic management, operations managers need to move towards exceptions-driven management. In other words, they need to use data insights to help them better prioritize.

January 20, 2026

The 7 requirements for agile factory operations

As companies look into the future, what can they do to ensure agile factory operations? Modern challenges require modern solutions. To streamline factory operations, we need new ways of mitigating uncertainty and establishing clear communication between teams, as well as consolidating data that provides the right people with the information they need to make quick strategic decisions under pressure.

January 20, 2026

The different types of costs in manufacturing

Manufacturing cost refers to all the expenses incurred in the production of goods. The three main types of manufacturing costs are direct materials, direct labor, and manufacturing overhead. Understanding manufacturing cost is crucial for a successful business, as it helps a manufacturer determine the selling price of a finished product, identify areas where costs can be reduced, and evaluate the profitability of a product. By analyzing and managing manufacturing cost, a manufacturer can ensure the profitability and success of their business.

January 20, 2026

What is operations management in manufacturing?

Operations management in manufacturing is a complex and challenging field, requiring a deep understanding of the production process, the ability to make informed decisions about resource allocation, and the implementation of effective process improvement techniques. By following the best practices outlined in this article, operations managers can maximize productivity and minimize costs, while producing goods of the highest quality. Whether you are a seasoned operations manager or just starting out, it is essential to stay informed of industry trends and best practices, and to continuously strive to improve your operations.

January 20, 2026

The Power of Operations Research in Manufacturing - Q&A with Axel Parmentier: part 2

How did you start working with Pelico, and what research problems do you typically work on? This goes all the way back to my university days, where I got to know Mamoun Alaoui, Pelico’s co-founder. Then, ten years after we graduated, I received an email from him informing me he had started a new venture, called Pelico, and that they were looking for a researcher in mathematics and, more specifically, operations research. We had lunch, and by the time we had finished I was super interested in the concept behind Pelico and decided to jump on board.

January 20, 2026

The Power of Operations Research in Manufacturing - Q&A with Axel Parmentier, Part 1

To understand how the manufacturing industry has been aided by Operations Research, as well as look ahead to the trends shaping the future, we spoke to Axel Parmentier, Researcher at the CERMICS, Ecole Nationale des Ponts et Chaussées. At Pelico we are very lucky to have Axel Parmentier as our scientific advisor. He has been helping us shape the Pelico solution. One of our Product Strategists, Ismail Zizi, sat down with Axel to discuss why now is a great time for supply chain and manufacturing organisations to start unlocking the value of operations research. 

January 20, 2026

How can companies in complex discrete manufacturing operate without shortages and improve their working capital?

No roles within the manufacturing business have a more direct impact on efficiency than production controllers and supply chain managers. Their successes lead to smooth productivity, helping to fine-tune work-in-progress and, by extension, optimizing working capital. Their failures lead to shortages of parts that stall production, ultimately wasting capital, jeopardizing revenue and diminishing customer satisfaction.

January 20, 2026

3 Reasons Why Manufacturing Operations Are More Complex Than Ever (And Will It Be Simpler When Covid Is Over?)

At the time we are writing this paper, a shortage of critical raw materials is causing such a disruption to the global manufacturing industry that it’s making headlines worldwide.The dearth of raw materials that is bringing whole industries to a standstill is just one of the challenges manufacturers have to deal with in the aftermath of the COVID-19 crisis. As a matter of fact, the pandemic has amplified long standing trends and factors of disruption, thus exacerbating the complexity of manufacturing operations and supply chain management.Let’s explore the forces of disruption that are currently transforming the management of industrial operations and supply chains.

January 20, 2026