About Dave Turbide
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Author of the books Computers in Manufacturing, MRP+, Why Systems Fail, among others, Dave has unique qualifications as an independent consultant and freelance writer serving both the developers and the users of software and systems for manufacturers. He has helped hundreds of users of manufacturing systems to select, implement, and get better results from their systems. In addition, he has performed analysis, written white papers and case studies, and advised the software developers to help them improve their products and market positioning. He has authored a number of reports for major analyst firms and is especially attuned to the needs and challenges of the mid-sized manufacturer.
In addition to contributing hundreds of articles for various trade publications, Dave and a partner launched Midrange ERP magazine (later renamed Midrange Enterprise) in 1996, to act as an information and education resource for the small to medium manufacturing community. After returning to private practice, he leveraged the broad market knowledge acquired through his manufacturing consulting practice and work as an independent journalist. Look for his articles and columns in APICS Magazine available in print and online.
Dave is a certified manufacturing engineer and is certified by APICS at the fellow level in Production and Inventory Management and in Integrated Resource Management and was a subject matter expert for the education material supporting the Certified Supply Chain Professional. As a frequent speaker at regional and national conferences and seminars, he can be heard in-person and on the web. Contact Dave for more information at dave@daveturbide.com. |
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