Start Here: Manufacturing Performance Improvement Resources.
The all-in-one resource to help your facility get benefit analysis to improve your workflow.
On this page, I’ve curated my best content on Production, Workforce Management, and Adapting to Change so you can read about what’s most relevant to you. If you’re interested in getting improvements to your production, but don’t know where to start, read the posts in the order presented below. You can also read my articles in chronological order on my articles page.
Production.
If you’re struggling with Production and want to increase production efficiency by
15 %
- Unexpected machine downtime is identified as the top risk to meeting production targets, with 36% of corporate and 44% of frontline respondents ranking it as a significant challenge.
- On average, large manufacturing plants lose 323 production hours per year, resulting in significant financial losses.
- Maintaining consistent product quality is essential for manufacturers who want to build a loyal customer base and remain competitive.
- https://www.dozuki.com/blog/11-common-manufacturing-challenges-solutions-2023
Workforce Management
If you’re struggling with the shortage of skilled workers, this requires a multi – faceted approach.
- 50 million workers resigned from their jobs in 2022.
- In 2022, nearly a quarter of the manufacturing workforce was 55 or older.
- https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/pub/11-621-m/11-621-m2022011-eng.htm
Adapting To Change
If you’re struggling with change and want more out of your production, read my content on Adapting to Change.
- The Ability to see into the future, once again, using technology is something
- Adopting flexible manufacturing strategies can help companies reduce overhead costs.
- https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/insights/industry/manufacturing/manufacturing-industry-outlook.html/#smart-factory
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