The importance of shop floor communication Shop floor communication is vital, particularly in the manufacturing industry. It’s an integral factor to ensuring productivity throughout the workplace and to operate effectively. As you know, shop floor staff must be aware of…
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COVID-19 and manufacturing The COVID-19 pandemic is a worldwide disruptive virus that has changed the way we live and work. Here in the UK, we’re entering another national lockdown to limit the number of Coronavirus cases. This is undoubtedly affecting…
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Are you unsure of your average production lead times? Which operatives are working on which jobs? And what machines are currently in use? There’s a good chance you have a rough idea of this, but when do you find out…
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I’m sure you know the feeling when you buy the latest smartphone. The shiny packaging. That new phone feel. The lightning fast performance. Expecting that it’ll have better internet connection, take better pictures, and have a much improved battery life! You’re excited to unbox it. But then, when you hold the phone, it’s much bigger than you expected,…
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Managing your manufacturing operations is the core of your business. And it’s important that you produce high quality parts and deliver goods on time to customers. When you’re starting out, you probably use a combination of paper and spreadsheets to…
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As smart watches have become more popular, everyone talks about the number of steps they take, the calories they burn or the average minute mile on their latest run. These metrics are key performance indicators (KPIs) for tracking your activity…
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You’ve decided to bubble up with two other households this year, and you’re the host. After the commotion of your Christmas shopping trips, one of your son’s presents isn’t due to arrive until Christmas Eve. This gives you minimal time…
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Christmas dinner is an integral part of the 25th December. There’s a high chance that you’ll be attempting to cook the perfect roast, especially if you’re cooking for other people too. You know that your turkey has to go in the…
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With multiple presents to buy before Christmas day, it can be difficult to know where to start. Some people make paper checklists, some use their phones, others decide to do shopping online. No matter how you coordinate your present-buying process,…
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