manufacturing

It’s an undeniable fact that the fast pace of technological progress is one of the most defining traits of our modern-day civilization. What would seem barely a century ago like unholy magic only tricksters can do now is not only perfectly normal but, more importantly – ubiquitously available like technology improving the efficiency of business. […]

Even though external influencing factors are improving for manufacturing, successful companies are constantly looking for ways to refine the production process. Manufacturers can increase efficiency even more this year. What does continuous improvement mean in manufacturing?

How does manufacturing flow differ from design flow, and how can you use these core processes to implement continuous process improvement?

A typical scoreboard will be revised six or seven times before it is contains the right metrics. What do your business metrics say about your business?

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.

Innovation fuels improvement: improved products and features, improved methods, and improved knowledge. Do you know the history of innovation?

True, lean is rooted in manufacturing. It’s not just for manufacturing any more, though.