The hidden cost of manual assembly in precision manufacturing Technology • 22.03.2026 A manufacturing manager recently told us their cost per assembled unit was $2.40. They’d done the math carefully: assembly time, labor rate, overhead… Read more
Three questions to ask before automating precision assembly Technology • 22.02.2026 We’ve seen companies rush into automation with the best intentions and substantial budgets, only to struggle because they skipped some fundamental questions. The… Read more
The miniaturization paradox in medical device manufacturing Technology • 09.01.2026 When a medical device manufacturer tells us they need to shrink their product by 50%, most people assume that means the manufacturing challenges… Read more
New CEO Patrick van Bezouw News • 01.11.2025 IMS builds towards the future with Patrick van Bezouw as new CEO Read more
Machine architecture Technology • 27.10.2025 Complex automation systems always require a thought-through and robust machine architecture. Read more
Connecting with Ireland’s MedTech Community Event • 15.10.2025 Last week, IMS joined the MedTech Twente trade mission to Ireland. A week full of visits, new insights, and inspiring conversations. Read more
