Lean Manufacturing
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Lean Manufacturing
From the Fractal Factory to Augmented Lean
In a recent episode of the Augmented Ops podcast, we spoke with Dr. Jörg Gnamm about the historical evolution of...
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Lean Manufacturing
9 Wastes of Lean Manufacturing
Eliminating the 9 wastes from a manufacturing value stream is the core of lean manufacturing. Learn how you can get...
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Lean Manufacturing
Composability: How Luxury Goods Manufacturers Can Remain Resilient
By adopting an agile approach to manufacturing, luxury goods organizations can unlock new levels of efficiency, quality, and profitability —...
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Lean Manufacturing
How To Write A Better Gemba Walk Checklist
Gemba Walk Checklists can give structure to your initiatives, and make sure the whole team is on the same page...
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Lean Manufacturing
SQCDP Board: A Visual Management Tool For The Shop Floor
In this post, we’ll discuss how SQCDP boards are used in manufacturing how this tool can help drive your continuous...
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Lean Manufacturing
What is Visual Management? Definitions & Examples For Manufacturers
Learn about Visual Management and how it's used to translate shop floor processes and production statuses into easy-to-understand visual overviews.
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Lean Manufacturing
Overcoming Manufacturing Bottlenecks: Tips for Improving the Flow of Production
In this post, we’ll discuss some of the most effective strategies for combatting manufacturing bottlenecks and ensuring an efficient workflow...
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Lean Manufacturing
Cellular Manufacturing: A Lean Approach to Organizing Your Workspace
In this post, we’ll dive into cellular manufacturing and discuss the pros and cons of this lean strategy and which...
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Lean Manufacturing
Just in Sequence vs. Just in Time: Optimizing Your Inventory Management
In this post, we’ll review Just in Sequence inventory management and when it might make sense to implement this strategy...
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Lean Manufacturing
The Manufacturer’s Guide to Reducing Rework
In this post, we’ll discuss how manufacturers are implementing tools and systems to reduce rework and streamline the reprocessing of...
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Lean Manufacturing
Autonomous Maintenance: Improve the Way You Manage Machine Upkeep
In this post, we’ll provide an overview of autonomous maintenance and the benefits this strategy can provide when it comes...
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Lean Manufacturing
Production Capacity: Strategies for Improving Productivity and Efficiency
This guide details production capacity, extending past the basics to effective, implementable strategies to improve a manufacturing operation’s productivity and...
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Lean Manufacturing
How To Reduce Throughput Time in Manufacturing
In this post, we’ll discuss the importance of tracking throughput and how manufacturers can leverage these insights to speed up...
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Lean Manufacturing
WIP Tracking: Best Practices for Managing Work in Progress
In this post, we’ll review the concept of Work in Progress and why it’s important for manufacturers to keep track...
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Lean Manufacturing
Kamishibai Boards – The Lean Way To Visualize Production
In this post, we’ll discuss the lean methodology of kamishibai and how manufacturers are using kamishibai boards to track their...
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Lean Manufacturing
Kanban Systems – Lean Tools For Your Manufacturing Facility
In this post, we’re going to dive deep into the Kanban methodology and how manufacturers are using Kanban to optimize...