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By Virginia Shram

Why Craftsmanship Is Still Pivotal in Industrial Manufacturing

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By Virginia Shram

Standard Work According to Lean Six Sigma

Standard work is a function of lean six sigma....

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By Virginia Shram

What Is The ‘Focused’ Factory?

Skinner’s idea of “the focused factory” first...

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By Virginia Shram

Digital Transformation for Heavy Industry Manufacturers

The unique niche that is heavy industry offers...

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By Virginia Shram

Standard Work According to Lean Six Sigma

Standard work is a function of lean six sigma. We’ll roadmap how to standardize work processes, format them for easy reference, and ensure they stay functional for the...

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By Virginia Shram

What Is The ‘Focused’ Factory?

Skinner’s idea of “the focused factory” first arose in 1974 as an oppositional ideal to the traditional flexible factory. Here’s how a focused factory works and the benefits competition brings....

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By Virginia Shram

Digital Transformation for Heavy Industry Manufacturers

The unique niche that is heavy industry offers different digital opportunities for manufacturers looking to modernize operations....

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By Virginia Shram

Manufacturing Processes vs Procedures: Which, When, & Why?

Our discussion of processes and procedures is intended to help you choose which application of managerial control is best for fine-tuning your daily operations in a lean manufacturing...

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By Virginia Shram

The State of Manufacturing Jobs in North American Markets

The labor market for manufacturing industries has been rough for North American companies and workers alike over the past year. Here’s a breakdown of past challenges and opportunities to come in the...

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By Ben Baldwin

The 4 Stages of the Connected Worker

What are the 4 Stages of the Connected Worker? Modern manufacturers are seeking ways to expand the capabilities of the workforce. From complete people-oriented integration with cyber-physical systems...

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By Virginia Shram

Work Instructions vs SOPs: How to Choose What’s Best For You

It’s best to update your documentation for better productivity and quality work, which begins with selecting the best type of documentation for your needs: work instructions and...

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By Virginia Shram

Ultimate Guide to Factory Automation in Manufacturing

Among transformative technologies, factory automation stands out as a game-changer, reshaping traditional manufacturing processes and driving unprecedented levels of...

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By Virginia Shram

Guide to Doing Time Studies in Manufacturing

Producing the most quality product in the least amount of time is a hallmark of lean production, so it’s very relevant to your bottom line to conduct specialized time studies within your...

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By Ben Baldwin

10 Exciting & Breakthrough AI in Manufacturing Examples

What advantages does AI bring to the manufacturing industry? Artificial intelligence has been used and developed within the manufacturing sector for decades, and it is still progressing at an...

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By Virginia Shram

Guide to Conducting Failure Analysis in Manufacturing

While you can never fully eliminate the possibility of failure in manufacturing, conducting a proper failure analysis can help put you back on track to continuous...

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By Virginia Shram

3 Practical Methods to Reduce Changeover Downtime

Let’s get into the details of how to really analyze your operation’s approach to changeover optimization by explaining 3 different ways to properly reduce unnecessary changeover...

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By Virginia Shram

How To Reduce Human Error In Manufacturing

While it’s not possible to completely eliminate the possibility of human error in manufacturing, there are true and tested ways to reduce it while keeping in line with lean production...

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By Virginia Shram

MTTF, MTBF, MTTR And What These Incident Report Metrics Mean

In manufacturing, there are commonly used incident report metrics that refer to specific production line issues. The most common ones are MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures), MTTF (Mean Time To...

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By Ben Baldwin

The Top 10 Global Manufacturing Trends of 2024

What are the Manufacturing Trends of 2024? To help you and your company pursue optimal growth, we’ve compiled a list of the top 10 global manufacturing trends for 2024. ...