You already know how important efficiency and waste reduction are for effective manufacturing, but do you know how the Kanban method relates to lean manufacturing and strives for operational excellence? Get ready to soak in everything there is to know about this pillar of lean manufacturing. Today, we’ll be covering: What is the Kanban method? […]
After your design phase, your shop floor operations are the heart of your factory and the whole success of your organisation. To have a truly effective shop floor at all times, you need to implement some strategies to optimise your operations. Today, we tell you 7 ways to get your shop floor to another level, […]
In the world of industrial operations, efficiency and productivity are paramount to success. One of the key drivers of success in any factory is effective shop floor management. Among its many advantages, effective shop floor management helps you optimise your processes, use your resources effectively, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. In today’s blog, […]
We all know the key to long-term success for your factory lies in effective production planning. We also know that production planning isn’t always a straightforward process, so we’ve put a guide together to help you harness the potential of effective production planning. In this blog, you’ll find: What’s production planning? Why is production planning […]
When it comes to problem-solving for factories, few are as versatile as the Ishikawa Fishbone Diagram. It’s easy to implement, highly effective and, if done correctly, will not only solve the problem but prevent it from happening again. Let’s take a look. What is Ishikawa Fishbone Diagram? The Fishbone Diagram gets its name from its […]
When it comes to quality control, continuous improvement plays a key role in industries striving for excellence. Here’s where the QC comes in. This method, developed in Japan, has proven dramatically effective in boosting industrial processes and operations. Let’s take a look at it in more detail. What is QC Story? At its core, QC […]
If you want to make sure you implemented something right, you need to run regular checks on it from time to time to make sure it works. That’s where the 5S Audit comes in. And what’s the best way to ensure we’re not leaving anything out when auditing something? The answer might surprise you —a […]
As a factory manager, you’re already familiar with problem-solving, but how familiar are you with the A3 problem-solving method? Today, we tell you everything about the A3 problem-solving method and why it can be precisely what you need to get your factory running as smoothly as ever. Download your A3 problem-solving template What is A3? […]
Solving problems is an essential part of industrial daily operations, and the 8D method might just be what you need to optimise your processes and increase the value of your whole chain of production. Today, we talk about how the 8D process helps you identify, fix, and prevent problems so you don’t have to deal […]
As a factory manager, one of your main goals is to improve your operations, solve problems successfully, and increase efficiency. One of the most effective ways to do it is by using the PDCA cycle. Today we talk about what the PDCA cycle is, how it works, and why you should implement it in your […]
