Maintenance

Process maps can look complete and still miss the real problem. A team may document every visible step, add neat boxes and arrows, and still fail to see where work slows down, where handoffs break, or where an ideal process differs from what employees actually do. Effective businesses operate effective business processes as part of […]

Standard operating procedures (SOPs) are an important part of any business, but they are especially critical in the website maintenance process. Having a clear and concise SOP in place can ensure that your website is always up-to-date and running smoothly. How do you create a standard operating procedure for website maintenance?

Any given organization has different departments; however, the asset-intensive ones have a particular department in common — the maintenance department. What are the responsibilities of maintenance manager?

As a manufacturer, you likely have to deal with large investments and the high costs of production, which is also referred to as the Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ), that often represent one of the biggest issues in the industry. If that is the case, finding new, smart ways to save money in an effort […]

It took a while, but large-scale manufacturing in the United States is in the midst of a resurgence. There are still issues with productivity and technology, among others, that hamper companies. A few important tweaks can turn things around. Here is how large-scale manufacturers can increase efficiency.