Jul 2, 2025 | Managed IT Services, Manufacturing
In manufacturing, every minute matters. When a CNC machine sits idle, when your ERP system freezes mid-job ticket, or when your operators are staring at a blue screen instead of a work queue—it’s not just frustrating. It’s expensive. 5 IT Issues That Cost...
Jul 1, 2025 | Cybersecurity, Manufacturing
When you think about cybersecurity, you probably picture hackers targeting office emails or stealing customer data. But in manufacturing, cyber threats don’t just put your data at risk—they can shut down your entire production line. Your factory floor is full of...
Jun 30, 2025 | Cybersecurity, Managed IT Services, Manufacturing
Margins are tight. Labor is scarce. And every delay, mistake, or outage cuts directly into your bottom line. For most manufacturers, IT is seen as a cost center—a necessary evil to keep the line moving. But when done right, IT and cybersecurity aren’t just operational...
Jun 28, 2025 | Case Study, Manufacturing
A growing U.S. manufacturer was operating on an aging, overly complex IT environment managed by a single internal engineer. Over time, unmanaged growth led to server sprawl, rising costs, and increased risk, with little documentation or oversight. When a new CFO...
Feb 14, 2025 | Case Study, Cloud, Manufacturing
A Dallas-based parts manufacturer was ready to scale, but outdated technology was holding them back. They turned to Aldridge for IT managed services and a much-needed technology upgrade that moved them to the cloud and aligned IT with their strategic goals. The...
Mar 18, 2024 | Cybersecurity, Manufacturing
In 2024, organizations face an array of cybersecurity challenges that extend far beyond their own networks. These challenges are deeply intertwined with geopolitical events and technological advancements, shaping the strategies and tactics of cyber actors worldwide. ...