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Sandalwood designs and executes strategic programs for manufacturers which reduce work-related risks to quality, productivity, and employee health.  

injury prevention

Sandalwood believes that a robust manufacturing facility requires careful consideration of the interaction between process, equipment and the human. Our ergonomics and health and safety professionals understand the human response to physical and cognitive work demands.

systems engineering

Our experienced engineering team employs data driven process analysis, project and supply chain management to create and implement effective solutions to help optimize our customers’ products and processes.

systems integration

The Sandalwood Systems Integration Group offers tailored services for manufacturers on flexible arrangements, including dedicated, part-time, project, or support contracts. Collaborating closely with Change Agents and Operational Technology / Information Technology teams, we strive to enhance companies’ digital capabilities efficiently, maximizing resource utilization for optimal results.

What’s New

Addressing System Fragmentation in Manufacturing: A Path to Seamless Integration

In today’s manufacturing landscape, system fragmentation is one of the most pressing challenges. Legacy systems such as PLCs, SCADA, and ERP often operate in isolation, leading to inefficiencies and hindering swift decision-making.

We Have Too Many Old, Disconnected Systems

Tim Stuart from Visual Decisions and Bob Sloma from the Sandalwood System Integration Services Team discuss the challenges of system fragmentation in manufacturing.

Our Data is Stuck in Silos and We Can’t See the Full Picture

In this insightful webinar, Tim Stuart from Visual Decisions and Frank Costa from Sandalwood Systems Integration Group discuss the pervasive issue of data silos in manufacturing. They explore how isolated data impacts operational efficiency, decision-making, and...

Modernizing Legacy Manufacturing Systems – A Customer Case Study

Introduction In today’s fast-paced manufacturing environment, legacy systems can act as a significant bottleneck to operational efficiency, scalability, and innovation. This article explores how a major pharmaceutical manufacturer successfully modernized their...

Modernizing Legacy Applications in Manufacturing with Ignition

Manufacturing organizations often find themselves heavily dependent on legacy tools such as Excel spreadsheets, Microsoft Access databases, and outdated software platforms. While these systems once served their purpose, they create considerable operational bottlenecks...

AEC2025: Student & Emerging Professionals Track

Welcome to the Student & Emerging Professionals Track As you take your first steps into the world of ergonomics, navigating the transition from student to professional can feel both exciting and overwhelming. That’s why the Student & Emerging Professionals...

AEC2025: See You There!

We're going to be busy at AEC!  Check out our activities, speakers, moderators and topics below!   Sandalwoodians at AEC Catherine Rae – Conference Chair                 |                   Kelly Hogan – Programs Committee Co-Chair Presentations Lauren Krywy   ...

Empowering Wellness: How Sandalwood’s Fitness Challenges Boost Employee Health

At Sandalwood, wellness isn't just a concept—it's an integral part of our culture, woven into the fabric of our daily operations. Through our Highway to Health initiative, we are dedicated to empowering our employees to take charge of their physical and mental...

AEC2025: Connect With Us!

Excited to announce that Sandalwood is a proud sponsor of the student track at the upcoming Applied Ergo Conference in Orlando from March 17-20, 2025! Join us as we dive into engaging discussions and presentations on the latest trends in ergonomics. Don't miss out on...

Looking Back on 2024: Memories That Made Us Smile

🌟Looking Back on 2024: Memories That Made Us Smile 🌟 At our first all-team training meeting of the year last week, we asked our team to share their favorite work-related memories from 2024, and wow, the stories were incredible! From professional achievements to...