AI fundamentally shifts the lean manufacturing paradigm by transforming lean systems from reactive to proactive. For example, machine learning algorithms can process vast datasets.

Visitors at ATX East can get a free mini-CD containing all the episodes and transcripts from the Rexroth Lean Manufacturing Podcast Series. Newest episode gives advice for OEMs and manufacturers on ...

Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma principals are used to improve processes and create efficiencies in the overall manufacturing process. Lean manufacturing is used to minimize waste, while saving costs ...

Manufacturing continues to stand as one of the final frontiers to digital transformation. We are now a decade into Industry 4.0, and all of us can agree that it’s been an exhilarating ten years.

Companies that have utilized lean manufacturing principles know a thing or two about cutting waste. With inauguration day behind us, we’ve already seen some of the first big moves from the new ...

In pharmaceutical and especially advanced therapy manufacturing, the pressure to scale up, accelerate timelines, and cut costs has never been greater. In response, many organisations have turned to ...

Recently, I was touring a site of one of the major logistics companies in the world. During the tour, I was amazed at the emphasis placed on ensuring that the commitment to the customer was met. At ...

Digital information technologies can help companies enhance their lean manufacturing strategies. Tim Stuart, founder and president at Visual Decisions Inc., used a FitBit to illustrate how. “FitBit ...

Lean manufacturing has proven to be a powerful way for many companies to achieve sustainable competitive advantage. To be good at lean, companies must commit to it and pursue lean techniques ...

Traditional manufacturing refers to manufacturing principles focused on producing a certain set number of products each period and holding a reserve in case of unexpected demand or shortages. This ...