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When Should a Portal Become a Controlled Workspace? A Framework for Manufacturers
Cloud6 min | September 17, 2026

When Should a Portal Become a Controlled Workspace? A Framework for Manufacturers

Manufacturers run portals that show data without moving work. This framework helps distinguish a passive status screen from a controlled workspace, covering access control, four implementation approaches, and key tradeoffs.

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Which Production Events Should Cross the Company Boundary, and How
ERP5 min

Which Production Events Should Cross the Company Boundary, and How

When a brand owner relies on a contract manufacturer, production status may not live in one system. This article frames the governance and technical questions: which events cross the boundary, at what cadence, and with whose confirmation.

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