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What Is Takt Time?

Learn how Takt Time helps align production with customer demand, reduce waste, and improve efficiency in lean manufactur...
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Increase Output – Quick Wins & Low Hanging Fruits

Increase production efficiency with clear steps: visualize your line, find bottl...
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Achieving World Class OEE

Learn what World Class OEE means, why 85% is the gold standard, and how to set realistic OEE targets to drive continuous...
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Seven Wastes of LEAN

Learn how to reduce waste in manufacturing by applying lean principles and addressing the seven wastes of lean to boost ...
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OEE Benchmarking: The story behind the numbers

OEE benchmarking goes beyond a single score. Find out why context and detailed O...
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What is Mean Time To Repair (MTTR)

Learn what Mean Time To Repair (MTTR) is, how it’s calculated, and how it helps reduce downtime and improve equipment re...
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Sustainable manufacturing

Explore the benefits of sustainable manufacturing and how eco-friendly practices can reduce carbon emissions, improve ef...
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How to Reduce Manufacturing Costs

Discover effective strategies to reduce manufacturing costs through automation, lean principles, and smarter supply chai...
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Lights out manufacturing

Explore how lights out manufacturing is transforming the future of production through full automation, reduced costs, an...
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Visual Factory in manufacturing

A Visual Factory helps manufacturing teams reduce errors and boost productivity by making performance, safety, and workf...
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Top 25 Manufacturing KPIs

Discover the 25 most important Manufacturing KPIs to track for improved performance, efficiency, and quality across your...
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What Is Machine Data Collection?

Discover how machine data collection improves performance, supports predictive maintenance, and helps manufacturers make...
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OEE in manufacturing: What every manager needs to know

See how OEE in manufacturing helps managers cut downtime, boost output and impro...
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OEE Production counters

Learn how production counters improve OEE, reduce waste, and boost manufacturing productivity through real-time data, tr...
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Buy Vs Build OEE Software

Considering whether to build OEE software in-house? Discover the risks, costs, and why buying a proven OEE solution may ...
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Automated OEE Software

Discover how automated OEE software replaces spreadsheets with real-time, accurate data to boost manufacturing efficienc...
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What is Changeover Times?

Discover how reducing changeover times can boost efficiency, minimise downtime, and enable faster, leaner production.
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The Benefits of Machine Data Monitoring

Explore the benefits of machine data monitoring in manufacturing, from real-time insights and predictive maintenance to ...
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Job Tracking Software in Manufacturing

Discover how manufacturing job tracking software streamlines scheduling, costing, and inventory, while improving visibil...
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Choosing the best OEE software

Learn how to choose the best OEE software with a proven scorecard approach. Avoid costly mistakes and make your OEE soft...
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A Guide To Lean Manufacturing

Explore the difference between Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma. Learn how Lean boosts efficiency, while Six Sigma impro...
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What Is Short Interval Control (SIC)?

Learn how Short Interval Control (SIC) boosts lean manufacturing with real-time reviews, quick actions, and continuous i...
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Choosing OEE Provider?

Discover the 10 essential questions to ask your OEE provider before you invest. Make a smarter choice and drive real man...
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OEE Resolves the Six Big Losses

Discover how OEE resolves the six big losses in manufacturing by improving availability, performance, and quality across...
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Downtime Reduction Strategies

How to improve OEE and reduce downtime: A data-driven approach

Discover data-driven strategies to improve OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness)...
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CMMS vs. EAM - Choosing the right maintenance solution for your business

CMMS vs. EAM: Choosing the right maintenance solution for your business

Discover the key differences between CMMS and EAM systems to help determine the ...
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5 strategies for closer production and maintenance collaboration

5 strategies for better collaboration between production and maintenance

Learn 5 strategies to enhance collaboration between production and maintenance t...
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Weekly meeting for Maintenance planning

Strategic Maintenance Planning: Aligning People, Space, and Time

Maintenance planning is crutial in managing daily operations, effective scheduli...
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