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How to Create a Lean Culture

CMTC Manufacturing Tech

Lean manufacturing is much more than a collection of tools. Operating a truly Lean facility requires a Lean mindset, which is only achieved by developing a Lean culture. In this blog, we address why culture matters. We explore how you can recognize a Lean culture and the benefits of developing one.

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Using Fishbone Diagrams in Manufacturing

ATS

Its an essential tool for continuous improvement in Lean and Six Sigma environments and is equally valuable wherever theres a need for root cause analysis. This blog provides a guide to using the fishbone diagram in manufacturing. It explores how to create a fishbone diagram and how the fishbone fits within Lean manufacturing.

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Leadership Strategies for Industrial Maintenance Management

ATS

Its about building a culture of shared responsibility and operational excellence that helps improve efficiency, reduce downtime and keep staff motivated. Maintenance leaders play a critical role in creating, sustaining and improving this culture on a large scale. For example, lean processes focus on reducing waste.

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Continuous Improvement - Part 2: Problem Solving & Implementation to Achieve Your Continuous Improvement Goals

CMTC Manufacturing Tech

In Part 1 of this series, we introduced the fundamentals of continuous improvement: shifting from reactive to proactive operations, reducing waste, and increasing efficiency through Lean and Six Sigma principles. And how wide is the gap? Its one thing to spot a problem. Its another to solve it. Where are you now?

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Zero Defect Manufacturing

ATS

As a quality Mmanagement concept, Zero Defect Manufacturing underpins Lean and Six Sigma thinking. This blog introduces the concept of zero defects in manufacturing. It covers the principles, some implementation strategies, tools and techniques and the importance of training and culture.

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Attracting High-Quality Workers with Higher Quality Jobs

CMTC Manufacturing Tech

This blog explores the importance of prioritizing job quality in the manufacturing sphere and breaks down the key factors that contribute to meaningful job quality. Exploring the Job Quality Toolkit The Job Quality Toolkit is a part of a federal initiative to create more engaging, fulfilling roles for the American workforce.

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Why is Continuous Improvement Necessary for the Manufacturing Industry?

Factory Worx

Read Our Blog. This blog will look at the continuous improvement platform in manufacturing, its benefits and importance. By taking small and measured steps as a course of everyday activities, manufacturers can provide continuous improvement while reducing the risk of creating one massive jump to achieve the same effect.