Why are Supply Chain Planning system leaders looking to PlanetTogether?
Supply chain management is a complex task these days, requiring consideration of many different elements and the links that connect them. At the same time, it is an extremely important task that has a huge impact on gaining a competitive advantage. What role do APS-class systems play in successfully managing this area? And how does PlanetTogether help global SCP system leaders develop modern tools to optimize processes and build flexible, integrated supply networks for the 21st century?
Which IT systems are worth implementing in a manufacturing company? How do they work, what are their functions and how can they help our business grow? In what order to implement them? Read and organize your knowledge of ERP, MES and APS systems.
Is Planning Production in Excel an Optimal Solution?
The well-known Excel has been used in companies, institutions, and even our households for decades. Simple yet versatile, it has played a key role in the success of many businesses. Using Excel for manufacturing management has streamlined daily operations in numerous factories and helped take significant steps toward improving processes. But in today’s world, are spreadsheets still fit for the 21st century?
Production scheduling can significantly impact not only a company’s daily operations but, more importantly, its financial performance. Success or failure in this area often hinges on the proper arrangement of individual tasks. So, how to plan efficiently? Can it be done using spreadsheets, or is it better to turn to more modern solutions?
The escalating costs of labor, power, utilities, and transportation don’t release managers from the obligation to deliver results, and their targets remain unchanged. How can one cope with this mounting pressure?
One way to address this challenge is by increasing efficiency, ensuring that, by utilizing the same resources – machines, tools, and workforce – we can manufacture more goods or services. Yet, before diving into this, let’s first determine what efficiency truly entails and how to measure it.
My recent article, available at ImFactory Knowledge Zone, delves into the topic of OEE, the KPI most widely used in performance analysis.
If you’re wondering what it means to have a high OEE, the answer may lie in the concept of World Class Manufacturing (WCM).
WCM represents an international standard, an optimization strategy, or a methodology focused on improving the operations of an enterprise. Implementing WCM is founded on two sets of pillars – managerial and technical.
Their implementation requires continuous efforts from all employees. Therefore, the engagement must not be sporadic. On the contrary, it should be deeply embedded in the organization’s culture. Each pillar is defined by seven implementation steps, and the degree of adaptation is assessed during both internal and external audits. These audits form the basis for certification at one of four levels: bronze, silver, gold, and the highest, world-class.
Board Member, Head of Product and Digital Consulting
At ImFactory, he also acts as a Project Manager and consultant. He is responsible for shaping the vision for the development of IT systems in production environments. He supports companies in assessing their digital maturity and helps them plan their digital transformation.
A graduate of the Gdańsk University of Technology, he completed a degree in Automation and Robotics and completed postgraduate Lean Six Sigma Black Belt studies. He is the author of numerous publications under the #EffectiveDigitization banner. He shares his knowledge on production efficiency, digital transformation, MES/MOM systems, and digitalization roadmaps.
He combines technical knowledge with an understanding of business processes, effectively supporting companies on their journey to the Digital Factory.
Michał Zieliński’s articles and webinars are available in the ImFactory Knowledge Base.
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