Real-time Visibility (Manufacturing)
The ability to see current and historical state of products, processes, and supply chain in real-time: which designs are in production, what's the quality status, where are shipments, what's the forecast. Powered by IoT, MES, and integrated PLM systems.
Why it matters
Visibility enables proactive decision-making. Without it, manufacturing discovers problems weeks after they occur. Real-time visibility compresses decision latency from weeks to hours, improving responsiveness and reducing risk.
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Finocchiaro, Michael. “Real-time Visibility (Manufacturing).” DemystifyingPLM PLM Glossary, 2026, https://www.demystifyingplm.com/glossary/real-time-visibility-manufacturing