Globalization and digitalization have intensified competition in manufacturing. Some companies are using Bayesian hypothesis testing to optimize processes and make informed decisions. For example, a production manager could use it to improve the engine-cylinder-head-machining process.

As brands and their suppliers adopt digital workflows to help accelerate product ideation and reduce waste, companies need to go beyond color and digitize both color and appearance characteristics.

The hard card, or traveler or build book, has many names. And while computerizing quality management is no longer news, that stack of papers always seems to be hanging around.

Manufacturers are increasingly turning to digital color management tools to set their products up for success — achieving greater precision, improving formulations, and streamlining production.