--- title: Default HubSpot Blog | plant-floor software description: plant-floor software | --- [![logo-web-white](https://www.catsquared.com/hs-fs/hubfs/logo-web-white.png?width=250&height=129&name=logo-web-white.png) ![logo-web-color](https://www.catsquared.com/hs-fs/hubfs/logo-web-color.png?width=250&height=129&name=logo-web-color.png) ](https://www.catsquared.com?hsLang=en) [![Request a Demo](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/5976339/e5150a58-a274-410c-a164-4ef1b1555b90.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/5976339/e5150a58-a274-410c-a164-4ef1b1555b90) [**](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/tag/plant-floor-software#tmpmodule_1568761248550301) ** ###### 3 min read ## [The First 5 Steps to Digitize Your Plant-Floor](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/5-steps-to-digitize-plant-floor-operations) By [Kathy Barbeire](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/author/kathy-barbeire) on Nov 29, 2022 11:55:25 PM [![](https://www.catsquared.com/hubfs/digital-plant-floor-solution.jpg) ](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/5-steps-to-digitize-plant-floor-operations) If you’re a protein processor that has yet to take a significant step into the world of Industry 4.0, you're not alone. Globally, 90 percent of manufacturing companies are Digital Novices, Followers, or Innovators, and less than one-third are well-advanced on their digital journey. If you are just starting out, here are five practical steps to help meat and poultry processors improve manufacturing performance by digitizing their plant floor operations with Industry 4.0 technology. ###### Topics: [manufacturing automation](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/manufacturing-automation) [technology adoption](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/technology-adoption) [manufacturing technology](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/manufacturing-technology) [plant-floor software](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/plant-floor-software) [production optimization](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/production-optimization) [industrial internet of things](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/industrial-internet-of-things) [improving manufacturing performance](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/improving-manufacturing-performance) [digitized plant floor](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/digitized-plant-floor) [industry 4.0](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/industry-4-0) ###### 3 min read ## [REGISTER NOW for User Summit 2021](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/usersummit2021-0) By [Kathy Barbeire](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/author/kathy-barbeire) on Jan 25, 2021 4:57:56 PM [![](https://www.catsquared.com/hubfs/Page-Header-525x250.png) ](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/usersummit2021-0) The CAT Squared User Summit is designed to add value to food production operations by sharing best practices in the industry for adopting new technology to manufacturing processes. [![Register Now](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/5976339/d000dc6a-b205-4845-8f0c-ed6a10bf1a9b.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/5976339/d000dc6a-b205-4845-8f0c-ed6a10bf1a9b) ###### Topics: [Traceability technology](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/traceability-technology) [warehouse management software](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/warehouse-management-software) [plant-floor software](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/plant-floor-software) [supply chain software](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/supply-chain-software) [food quality software](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/food-quality-software) [food manufacturing AI](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/food-manufacturing-ai) [continuous improvement software](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/continuous-improvement-software) [manufacturing operations management software](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/manufacturing-operations-management-software) ###### 1 min read ## [CAT Squared Keeps Mar-Jac Poultry Compliant with State Regulations](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/cat-squared-keeps-mar-jac-poultry-compliant-state-regulations) By [Kathy Barbeire](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/author/kathy-barbeire) on Dec 19, 2017 2:46:35 PM [![](https://www.catsquared.com/hubfs/NCWM-Certified-Scale-Software.jpg) ](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/cat-squared-keeps-mar-jac-poultry-compliant-state-regulations) For industrial-scale food producers, staying compliant with a patchwork of state, federal, and international regulations is challenging. The State of Alabama requires commercial manufacturing operations like [Mar-Jac](http://www.marjacpoultry.com/) to maintain [National Type Evaluation Program (NTEP)](http://www.ncwm.net/) certification on their weighing and measuring instruments. Not only do the scales and other hardware devices themselves need to be certified, but the software reading data from these devices must also conform to the standards of the National Conference on Weights and Measures, [ensuring the manufacturer’s data is accurate](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/accurate-weights-measurements-means-serious-money). ###### Topics: [Labeling](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/labeling) [manufacturing technology](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/manufacturing-technology) [plant-floor software](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/plant-floor-software) [food manufacturing software](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/food-manufacturing-software) [labeling system](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/labeling-system) [regulatory compliance](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/regulatory-compliance) [ntep certified system](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/ntep-certified-system) ###### 2 min read ## [Video Explains CAT Squared MES Benefits](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/food-mes-video) By [Kathy Barbeire](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/author/kathy-barbeire) on Dec 15, 2017 10:59:37 AM [![](https://www.catsquared.com/hubfs/Promote-Benefits-of-MES-ERP.png) ](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/food-mes-video)     ###### Topics: [plant floor optimization](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/plant-floor-optimization) [erp integration](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/erp-integration) [mom software](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/mom-software) [plant-floor software](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/plant-floor-software) [supply chain software](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/supply-chain-software) [manufacturing software](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/manufacturing-software) [food manufacturing software](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/food-manufacturing-software) [continuous improvement software](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/continuous-improvement-software) ###### 1 min read ## [Customer Feedback from Latest MES Software Release](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/customer-feedback-latest-cat-squared-release) By [Kathy Barbeire](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/author/kathy-barbeire) on Aug 10, 2017 11:25:39 AM [![](https://www.catsquared.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/New-Manufacturing-Software-1.png) ](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/customer-feedback-latest-cat-squared-release) CAT Squared is working hard to bring our customers the best manufacturing operations management software available in the industry. We are committed to releasing new functionality to our customers three times each year. As a reminder to our customers, new releases are available in January, May, and September. ###### Topics: [mobile-app](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/mobile-app) [warehouse management system](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/warehouse-management-system) [manufacturing technology](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/manufacturing-technology) [plant-floor software](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/plant-floor-software) [supply chain software](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/supply-chain-software) [manufacturing software upgrade process](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/manufacturing-software-upgrade-process) ###### 3 min read ## [Get the Most out of Your ERP](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/erp-integration) By [Kathy Barbeire](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/author/kathy-barbeire) on Aug 9, 2017 3:28:50 PM [![](https://www.catsquared.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Process-Mapping-Diagram-ERP-Integration-3.jpg) ](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/erp-integration) In [last month's feature](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/erp-mes-mom-best-food-industry-software), we discussed various categories of data-management software systems used in manufacturing. This month, we’ll continue this conversation by more deeply defining the difference between ERP systems and MOM / MES systems and discussing how ERP integration with MES systems empowers manufacturers with real-time business intelligence to make better decisions. ###### Topics: [manufacturing automation](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/manufacturing-automation) [manufacturing software process alignment](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/manufacturing-software-process-alignment) [process mapping](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/process-mapping) [manufacturing technology](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/manufacturing-technology) [erp integration](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/erp-integration) [plant-floor software](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/plant-floor-software) [mes software](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/mes-software) [food manufacturing automation](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/food-manufacturing-automation) [real-time data](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/real-time-data) [continuous improvement software](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/continuous-improvement-software) [manufacturing execution system](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/manufacturing-execution-system) ###### 3 min read ## [Improving Quality Control with Real-Time SPC](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/improving-quality-control-real-time-spc) By [Kathy Barbeire](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/author/kathy-barbeire) on Aug 7, 2017 11:26:39 AM [![](https://www.catsquared.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Statistical-Process-Control-Chart-1024x538-1.png) ](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/improving-quality-control-real-time-spc) In July, CAT Squared released an update to their SPC software that empowers plant-floor operators with real-time SPC trending data and charts. Production staff can now make adjustments to their plant-floor processes and immediately see how those adjustments impact the quality of the product. ###### Topics: [plant floor optimization](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/plant-floor-optimization) [continuous improvement](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/continuous-improvement) [statistical process control](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/statistical-process-control) [real-time spc data](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/real-time-spc-data) [plant-floor software](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/plant-floor-software) [food manufacturing software](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/food-manufacturing-software) [executive dashboards](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/executive-dashboards) ###### 3 min read ## [ERP? MES? MOM? Which is the Best Food Industry Software?](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/erp-mes-mom-best-food-industry-software) By [Kathy Barbeire](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/author/kathy-barbeire) on Jul 10, 2017 10:43:51 AM [![](https://www.catsquared.com/hubfs/Food-Industry-Software-ERP.png) ](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/erp-mes-mom-best-food-industry-software) Information technology has changed the face of traditional manufacturing. Every day, there seems to be a new buzzword defining another software category to help you manage your company’s data. But which kind of software system is best for your company? What software system will give you the best ROI? Do you need an ERP or an MES? Can an ERP function as an MES? What’s the difference? And while we’re asking these questions, can someone please define some of these acronyms? ###### Topics: [manufacturing](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/manufacturing) [wms software](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/wms-software) [warehouse management system](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/warehouse-management-system) [erp integration](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/erp-integration) [mom software](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/mom-software) [plant-floor software](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/plant-floor-software) [mes software](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/mes-software) ###### 4 min read ## [ABC Costing Case Study for Food Manufacturers](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/abc-costing-case-study) By [Kathy Barbeire](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/author/kathy-barbeire) on Apr 6, 2017 3:38:30 PM [![](https://www.catsquared.com/hubfs/ABC-Costing-Software-525x279.jpg) ](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/abc-costing-case-study) To maximize profitability, companies must have a firm grasp of what it costs to manufacture and process each product. This becomes increasingly challenging for large companies with thousands of employees and long supply chains or multiple manufacturing plants. This study demonstrates a return on investment of less than just a few months of full integration of CAT Squared's costing system. ###### Topics: [plant floor optimization](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/plant-floor-optimization) [food processing](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/food-processing) [continuous improvement](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/continuous-improvement) [manufacturing software process alignment](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/manufacturing-software-process-alignment) [plant-floor software](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/plant-floor-software) [mes software](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/mes-software) [food manufacturing software](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/food-manufacturing-software) [ABC Costing System](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/abc-costing-system) [Activity-Based Costing Software](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/topic/activity-based-costing-software) [All posts](https://www.catsquared.com/blog/all) [![logo-web-footer](https://www.catsquared.com/hs-fs/hubfs/logo-web-footer.png?width=75&height=39&name=logo-web-footer.png "logo-web-footer")](https://catsquared.com?hsLang=en) Copyright © 2026 CAT Squared [**](https://www.facebook.com/CATsquaredinc)[**](https://twitter.com/CAT2Software)[**](https://www.linkedin.com/company/cat-)[**](https://www.youtube.com/c/CatSquaredConway) **