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Data-Driven: The Future of Manufacturing Lies in Data Analysis

Learn how digital data collection allows manufacturers to analyze data in real-time....

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Going Beyond the Score: Using OEE Software to Drive Measurable Improvement

Implementing the right OEE software can be the difference-maker. Learn about how choosing a software...

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Redefining OEE: Taking OEE From Abstract to Practical

If you are struggling to meet KPIs or just looking to improve your current approach to OEE this blog...

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Food Safety KPIs—Are They Driving the Right Behaviors?

Are you setting the right KPIs to drive a food safety culture? In this blog, learn what KPIs will dr...

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Dollars and Sense: Why You Should Translate OEE Into a Financial KPI

Translating Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) into financial terms allows everyone from the plan...

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A Primer on Preventive Maintenance - How It Benefits Your Plant

Learn why preventive maintenance is part of top-performing manufacturing practices. ...

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Putting the Puzzle Together: Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement

There are a number of misconceptions regarding the relationship between the terms Lean manufacturing...

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The Basics of OEE: What It Is, and Why You Need It

OEE is about identifying the percentage of planned production time that is genuinely productive. A s...

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The Limitations of Standard Costing: Why Lean Accounting Can Take You Further

In this blog, go beyond the limitations of standard costing and learn why and how lean accounting ca...

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Working Smarter, Not Harder: Identifying the Right KPIs for Your Organization

This blog provides an in-depth lesson on how to determine the best KPIs and what KPIs you shouldn't ...

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Moving Beyond Specifications: Optimizing Your Process and Product

Read this blog to learn how you can move beyond specification to improve quality and productivity ac...

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Paper's Not the Problem — It's a Symptom

This blog will show you the goals that you should be focusing on to deliver maximum productivity and...

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A Guide to the Data Renaissance in Manufacturing

This is a look into the data renaissance in manufacturing. Learn how to take a data-first approach i...

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A Process Manufacturing Methodologies Guide: Making Improvements That Stick

Check out this guide to making effective process improvements in process manufacturing facilities. L...

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The Summer of Quality Improvements

Welcome to the Summer of Quality Improvements. We'll be challenging process manufacturers to focus o...

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How to Ensure Food Safety with Remote Audits During COVID-19 and Beyond

This is an in-depth look into remote audits for Food & Beverage companies. Find out how to perform a...

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A Guide to Developing an Effective Supplier Approval Program

This is a guide to creating a supplier assessment procedure for Food & Beverage and CPG. Find out ho...

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