In the manufacturing industry, Six Sigma is a well-known methodology. Since the 1980s, Six Sigma…
Takt time: What is it and how do you calculate it?
In previous blogs, we have extensively covered the terms cycle time and lead time. Now,…
What should you do for an ISO certification?
Who is not familiar with it? ISO certificates are everywhere these days – and for…
Planned Maintenance: everything you need to know
Planning ahead can often help reduce or even prevent problems and the associated costs. This…
The 8 Pillars of TPM
TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) is a methodology widely used in production to maintain and improve…
What is an ISO audit and what can you expect from it?
In the world of manufacturing, the term ISO is becoming increasingly common. Standards change, as…
How to create a good improvement proposal
Writing an improvement proposal is the first step toward enhancing a process or a part…
Centerlining: Boost the productivity of your factory
When a significant portion of your factory’s productivity depends on machines, you will want to…
Swimlane diagram: Gain insight into your business processes
Using ‘swim lanes’ to visualize workflows, responsibilities, and interactions – that is exactly how a…
Pareto analysis: Process optimization with the 80/20 rule
The Pareto analysis is one of the most important analyses to perform if you aim…