--- title: "Production Monitoring" canonical: https://datanomix.io/production-monitoring/ date: 2021-01-22 04:00:53 description: "Production monitoring software that connects to your CNC machines and shows real-time job performance, downtime, and where to focus next." keywords: "Production Monitoring Software" faq: - question: "Why does Datanomix not rely on reason codes?" answer: "With Datanomix, there is no reason for reason codes.“The underlying assumption is that reason codes are necessary because the software doesn’t understand how a job is supposed to run and, therefore, c..." - question: "Can Datanomix monitor older machines?" answer: "Sure, we can monitor older machines—the real question is, do you need to monitor them? We will work with you to determine what’s best for your shop.- Measure uptime and downtime with an amp clamp- Dep..." - question: "How does the Datanomix scoring system work?" answer: "By running just a few parts, Datanomix creates performance [benchmarks for *every* job you run](https://datanomix.io/2021/11/22/automate-benchmarking-to-understand-and-improve-your-production/). Bench..." - question: "How does Datanomix determine the cycle-time benchmark? Does someone need to enter a benchmark for every job?" answer: "This is one of the things that makes us unique—[we don’t require any operator input](https://datanomix.io/2021/10/27/does-your-production-monitoring-require-operator-input/). Our software automaticall..." - question: "What’s involved in setting up Datanomix?" answer: "We typically need WiFi network information and can take it from there. We plug a device into your CNC machines, which sit on the WiFi network and collect real-time data. We handle 100% of the Installa..." - question: "What machines does Datanomix connect to?" answer: "Datanomix connects to CNC and legacy machines to collect real-time data like cycle time, part count, machine state, alarms, and tooling info.**CNC Equipment ****(Ethernet or Wireless) **- Part Number-..." - question: "How many users does a Datanomix software license include?" answer: "[Datanomix Production Monitoring](https://datanomix.io/production-monitoring/) is priced per machine per year, not per user, so you can add as many users as you need." - question: "Can Datanomix integrate with my ERP system?" answer: "Absolutely. While ERP integration isn’t required to use Datanomix, our **Universal ERP Connector** makes it easy to connect with your existing system. We securely pull key data—target cycle times, set..." --- # Production Monitoring ## Real-Time Visibility Meets Factory Floor Execution Datanomix production monitoring software is built for the way shops actually work. It gives your team instant visibility into what’s happening, what’s not, and what needs attention—without dashboards to build, reports to chase, or analytics to figure out. With our [Pilot Program](https://datanomix.io/request-a-pilot/), [Kick-Ass Coaching](https://datanomix.io/kick-ass-coaching/), and purpose-built [product capabilities](https://datanomix.io/tracks/), your team will: - Recover hours per machine per day by eliminating common waste - Fix problems before they escalate with real-time alerts and live floor displays - Build a culture of accountability by aligning your team to metrics that actually matter [REQUEST A DEMO](#demo) [WATCH A DEMO](https://datanomix.io/2026/06/11/on-demand-demo-g-code-cloud-dnc/) ## What Is Production Monitoring? Production monitoring is the real-time tracking of manufacturing operations: which machines are running, idle, or down, how each job is performing against its targets, and where production time is being lost. Production monitoring software collects that data automatically from the machines, so the shop no longer depends on manual logs and end-of-shift reports. In a CNC machine shop, production monitoring typically tracks: - Machine uptime and downtime, including unplanned stoppages - Cycle time and setup time compared with quoted targets - Part counts and output by job, machine, and shift - How much of your capacity is really being used Datanomix production monitoring software connects directly to your CNC machines and turns that data into clear, real-time answers for operators, supervisors, and owners, with no operator data entry. ## Improve Response Time Datanomix doesn’t just show you what’s happening—it tells you what to do next. [The right insight, at the right moment, for the right person](https://datanomix.io/drive-daily-decisions/). With our Production Monitoring software your team will respond in real-time. Here’s what your team will act on daily to improve efficiency and production performance: - Underperforming machines before they burn a shift - Jobs falling behind before they derail delivery - Common Wastes before it becomes lost margin - Operator pacing issues before they impact throughput - Tooling problems before they turn into scrap - Delivery risks before your customer ever feels them - Smarter Gemba Walks grounded in real production data - More effective Kaizen events focused on data you can trust [WATCH A DEMO](https://datanomix.io/2026/05/29/on-demand-demo-datanomix-production-monitoring/) “For years I didn’t think we were ready for machine monitoring. I always thought, ‘That’s more for production environments.’ But Datanomix is very beneficial in a job shop. When you’re dealing with a lot of changeover, it helps you understand what’s taking so long and how to eliminate it.” Kody Guidry, Co-Owner [Coastal Machine & Supply](https://datanomix.io/2025/06/09/video-how-coastal-machine-supply-boosted-efficiency-quoting-accuracy-with-cnc-machine-monitoring-from-datanomix/) | Carencro, LA **DATANOMIX PLAYBOOKS **Datanomix organizes product capabilities into [purpose-built Playbooks](https://datanomix.io/2026/03/26/datanomix-playbooks/), so you’re not lost in data; you’re locked onto outcomes. **SPOTLIGHT DASHBOARD **_Instant clarity. Faster decisions. A sharper production rhythm._ **JOB STANDARD INSIGHTS **_“Are We Meeting Standard?”_ **LABOR EFFICIENCY INSIGHTS **_“How Much Uptime Do I Get Per Hour of Labor?”_ _“Who Is Working on What & How Are They Doing?” _ **ON-TIME DELIVERY INSIGHTS **_“Will We Ship On-Time?”_ ## Start Strong Use [Time to First Active and Common Waste™](https://datanomix.io/fast-track/) to hit the ground running every shift. Know how quickly machines get cutting—and where hours are being lost. [](https://datanomix.io/tracks/) ## Keep Cutting Stay in cycle with the Stopped Machines Hot List, a live TV view that calls out machines that need attention. Increase runtime, reduce idle, and keep parts moving. [](https://datanomix.io/request-a-pilot/) ## Solve Faster Give supervisors the intel to respond in real-time wherever they are. With the [Datanomix Mobile App](https://datanomix.io/mobile-app/), the team receives notifications about critical issues on any device. [](https://datanomix.io/kick-ass-coaching/) How Reata went technology-first and built a 7x ROI "Datanomix is honestly the easiest software company I've ever worked with." 36% more uptime. 45% more capacity. Watch how they did it.