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The 8 Wastes of Lean Manufacturing

MRPEasy

The lean manufacturing methodology chiefly revolves around minimizing production times and raising efficiency by eliminating waste. In this post, we go through the 8 principal wastes in lean manufacturing and see how manufacturing software can help to address them. What is waste in lean manufacturing?

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What is Lean Manufacturing

ATS

In the ongoing pursuit of increased efficiency and improved profit margins, lean manufacturing is one of the most impactful practices that organizations have adopted over the past several decades – and its influence remains significant to this day. What is lean manufacturing?

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What Is Takt Time and How to Use It?

MRPEasy

Takt time is a key concept in lean manufacturing and process management, representing the rate at which a finished product needs to be completed in order to meet customer demand. Takt time is a key concept in lean manufacturing […] The post What Is Takt Time and How to Use It? What is takt time?

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Process Improvement Guide for Growing Businesses

MRPEasy

Process improvement in manufacturing is not just about tweaking a few procedures. It involves a holistic approach, integrating time-tested methodologies such as lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Kaizen, with cutting-edge solutions like manufacturing ERP software. What is process improvement?

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Manufacturing KPIs

eFlex Systems

There are three essential prerequisites for setting and measuring manufacturing KPIs – a consistent process, clear standards, and the tools to measure. Read on in the Epicor blog.

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Embracing Digital Transformation in the Manufacturing Industry

ATS

Share Artificial intelligence, predictive maintenance and digital twins are just some of the new things happening in manufacturing right now. Most, though, are still trying to make sense of this digital transformation in manufacturing. In this blog, we’ll examine the change that’s underway and the key technologies driving it.

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Navigating Production Planning for Small and Medium-Sized Manufacturers

CMTC Manufacturing Tech

Small and medium-sized manufacturers with successful supply chains rely heavily on robust production planning. Optimizing the production plan, which takes into account the manufacturing process from raw materials to finished goods, can enhance a company’s operational efficiency, cost savings, and customer satisfaction.