Turning Shock into Opportunity Imagine this scenario: You install an advanced OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) software system at a manufacturing facility, and the initial reports reveal an OEE of just 40%. The General Manager or CEO, who has always believed the factory was running effectively, is shocked, horrified, and sometimes even in denial. [...]
Collecting OEE data provides a snapshot of how effectively your equipment is operating, highlighting areas of availability, performance, and quality losses. This data forms the foundation upon which decisions are made to drive improvements. However, data collection alone does not yield results; it is the analysis and subsequent actions taken based on this data [...]
Waiting is identified as one of the 8 Wastes of Lean Manufacturing. It is wasted time waiting for the next step in the process. In many manufacturing organizations, Changeover is commonly identified as one of the highest contributing factors adding to waiting time. A Changeover is defined as the amount [...]
One of the 8 Wastes of Lean Manufacturing is Extra Processing. When you identify and eliminate this hidden form of waste, you effectively free up key personnel and allow them to focus on the analysis of the big data streams flowing into a central point from all areas of the business. [...]
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The stack of inventory, that resides in processes between Raw Materials and Finished Goods, is a major part of hidden waste in a factory. It is often seen as a "root of evil" in the world of lean manufacturing and hinders the effectiveness of continuous improvement if it is not addressed. [...]
