Resources
Written for people who run plants.
92 pieces on digitalisation, OEE, continuous improvement and the things that make them stick on the floor, and 7 stories from plants that did it.
On real plants
Customer stories.
What changed, in the customer's own numbers. These are the outcomes quoted across the site.
€150ka year, and work processes twice as fastDigitalisation Saved €150K and Improved Work Processes 2XRead the story →
2 hoursback per shift, 18 manual data flows goneDigitalising Frontline Operations to Save 2 Hours Per ShiftRead the story →
€980ka year in raw-material losses avoidedPreventing Raw Material Losses with SICRead the story →
104 shipsone improvement system, PDCA activity tripledScaling CI Across 104 VesselsRead the story →
€220ksaved in fixed costs, with adoption led by the frontlineRapid Adoption of Digital Tools to Drive SustainabilityRead the story →
23 plantslive within six monthsDriving Global Efficiency with OEERead the story →
€400kfound in eight weeksSaving €400k in 8 WeeksRead the story →
Longer reads
Whitepapers.
Method pieces, written for engineers. No form to fill in.
WhitepaperIndustrial AI Whitepaper: Operational Knowledge and AI ReadinessWhy industrial AI needs a structured layer of operational knowledge underneath it, and how to build operations that are ready for AI.Jun 2026
WhitepaperDigitalisation in Industry: How to Get StartedHow manufacturers are using digitalisation to improve efficiency and stay competitive, and where to start.Aug 2024
WhitepaperHow to Calculate and Improve Your OEE in ManufacturingHow to calculate OEE, find the losses behind it and improve operational efficiency in chemical manufacturing.Jan 2024
WhitepaperNavigating the Transition from PI Process Book: Exploring AlternativesWhy and when to replace PI ProcessBook, the alternatives compared, and what a modern replacement should do.Jan 2024
The fundamentals
Back to basics.
OEE, standardised work, the five whys, SMED and daily huddles, explained plainly, one at a time.
Back to basicsShift Logbook in Industry: How to Create an Efficient OneLearn how a structured shift logbook ensures seamless shift handovers. Reduce miscommunication and improve accountability and efficiency.Mar 2025 · 7 min read
Back to basicsTime Wasters – How to Find and Eliminate Them in IndustryBusy all day in the industry but getting nowhere? Find out the top 5 time wasters and how to eliminate them and improve productivity.Jan 2025 · 5 min read
Back to basicsStandardised Work – The Basics You Need to KnowStandardised work is a powerful tool for creating consistency and enhancing safety and efficiency in industry. Let's get to the basics.Dec 2024 · 6 min read
Back to basicsSMED Made Simple – The Essentials for Speeding Up ChangeoversIs changeover time slowing down your production? Let's get back to the basics of SMED - Single Minute Exchange of Die in industry.Nov 2024 · 7 min read
Back to basicsBreak the Cycle! Use Powerful Tools to Solve Root ProblemsTired of treating symptoms? Identify and address root causes of issues in manufacturing with these powerful problem-solving tools.Oct 2024 · 6 min read
Back to basicsOperational Excellence vs. Continuous Improvement—Are They Really the Same?Understand the differences and similarities between operational excellence and continuous improvement in manufacturing.Sept 2024 · 5 min read
Back to basicsHow Can You Reduce Your Variable Costs In Manufacturing?Managing variable costs is crucial for staying competitive. Let’s get back to the basics of optimising Variable Costs in Manufacturing.Jul 2024 · 3 min read
Back to basicsHow to Problem Solve with a PDCA CycleLearn how to utilise the Plan-Do-Check-Act cycle to systematically solve problems, reduce costs and enhance manufacturing processes.May 2024 · 5 min read
Back to basicsHow To Implement Effective Cost Management in ManufacturingImplement cost management strategies to reduce expenses and improve profitability in manufacturing operations.Apr 2024 · 5 min read
Back to basics6 Back to Basics for Operational ExcellenceWe have combined the 6 most important 'back to basics' dedicated to empowering manufacturing professionals to rediscover the fundamentals.Apr 2024 · 2 min read
Back to basicsStrategies For Change Management In The Process IndustryChange management is an approach to transitioning individuals, teams, and organisations from a current state to a desired future state.Mar 2024 · 3 min read
Back to basicsBridging Vision and Results: Powerful KPIs for Manufacturing ExcellenceKPIs plays a pivotal role in enabling organisations to track progress, make informed decisions, and plan strategically.Feb 2024 · 3 min read
Back to basicsVisual Management in Industry – Fundamentals You Need to KnowCraving instant, intuitive communication? Let's get back to basics on visual management, its applications and impact on the process industry.Jan 2024 · 3 min read
Back to basicsThe 5S Methodology For High Performance PlantsMore than organising, 5S helps to remove waste and improve safety in chemical plants. Let’s get back to the basics of 5S.Dec 2023 · 2 min read
Back to basicsRoutine Management – The Basics You Need to KnowWant your team to improve their performance without being in firefighter mode? Let’s get back to basics on Routine Management.Nov 2023 · 3 min read
Back to basics5 Whys: The Ultimate Tool For Defeating Problems And Driving SuccessTired of recurring problems? Let's get back to basics of the 5 Whys and explore how manufacturers can proactively avoid issues.Oct 2023 · 3 min read
Back to basicsUnderstanding OEE and It’s Importance in ManufacturingAre you finding it challenging to identify and resolve production losses? Let's get back to basics on OEE.Aug 2023 · 5 min read
Back to basicsDaily Huddles – Fundamentals You Need To KnowWe get back to basics and explore the significance, attendees, timing, and effective conduct of Daily Huddles.Jul 2023 · 2 min read
Back to basicsProcess Variations – A Quick Way to Improve PerformanceDo you want to improve your manufacturing performance and increase your bottom line? Let’s focus on the basics of Process Variations and control charts.Jul 2023 · 2 min read
Back to basicsShift Handover – The Basics You Need to KnowIs your shift handover delivering safety and efficiency? Let’s get back to basics and discuss shift handover.Jul 2023 · 2 min read
Back to basicsShort Interval Control – The Basics You Need To KnowAre you tired of month-end surprises? We get Back to Basics and discuss the Short Interval Control methodology.Jul 2023 · 2 min read
Back to basicsHow To Deliver Sustainability From The Shop Floor UpLet’s get back to basics and discuss sustainability concepts and how the shopfloor can contribute to a greener future.Jul 2023 · 3 min read
Articles
Digitalisation, improvement and the people who do it.
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AIIntroducing Cyzag Field AppComplete rounds, submit forms and manage tasks where the work happens, without signal. Cyzag Field works offline and syncs automatically.Sept 2026 · 4 min read
AIThe ROI of AI in Industrial Operations: 7 DriversSee where the ROI of AI in industrial operations actually comes from, seven priced drivers, not one guessed multiplier. Read the breakdown.Aug 2026 · 8 min read
AIThe AI Theater in Industrial Operations and How to Tell If You Are in ItAI theater in industrial operations is more common than most organisations admit. Here is how to recognise it and what fixes it.Jun 2026 · 7 min read
AIWhy Documentation Alone No Longer Satisfies ISGOTT 6 in Liquid TerminalsISGOTT 6 compliance in liquid terminals now requires more than documentation. Here is what genuinely closes the gap.Jun 2026 · 10 min read
Continuous ImprovementISGOTT 6 for Liquid Terminals: What the Standard Actually RequiresISGOTT 6 and SIRE 2.0 for liquid terminals: what they require, why the ship/shore interface matters, and where most terminals have a gap.May 2026 · 10 min read
Continuous ImprovementTribal Knowledge in Operations: The Hidden Cost of Losing ItTribal knowledge in operations rarely lives in any system. Discover what happens when it becomes unavailable and how to retain it.Apr 2026 · 11 min read
Continuous ImprovementWhat Shift Handover Can’t Do Alone. And What It’s Being Asked to CarryShift handover problems in manufacturing rarely start at the handover. Learn the continuity breaks causing the same issues to resurface every shift.Mar 2026 · 11 min read
Continuous ImprovementWhy Digital Pilots Fail to Scale in Asset-Intensive Operations (5 Critical Barriers)Discover the 5 critical barriers preventing digital pilots from scaling in energy and asset-intensive operations.Feb 2026 · 7 min read
Continuous ImprovementWhy Problems Keep Coming Back in Manufacturing and Terminal OperationsLearn why operational issues repeat across shifts and systems when context, decisions, and asset history fail to carry forward in industrial operations.Feb 2026 · 5 min read
Continuous ImprovementROI vs COI in Manufacturing: How to Quantify the InactionLearn how to quantify inaction with ROI vs COI in manufacturing. Practical examples show how hidden losses and missed gains shape decisions.Jan 2026 · 6 min read
AI2026 Manufacturing Trends to WatchExplore the top 2026 manufacturing trends, from AI to cybersecurity, and learn how Cyzag helps manufacturers succeed.Dec 2025 · 6 min read
AIDigital Lockout Tagout: How to Improve Safety, Compliance and Daily OperationsDiscover how Digital Lockout Tagout improves safety, reduces errors and strengthens compliance. Learn practical ways to digitalise LOTOTO.Dec 2025 · 5 min read
AIThe Cost of Inaction in Digitalisation: Why You Must Act NowROI tells only half the story. Learn how the Cost of Inaction (COI) in shop floor digitalisation increases costs, risks, and productivity losses in manufacturingDec 2025 · 5 min read
AIAI in Manufacturing: How It’s Solving the Ageing Workforce ChallengeDiscover how AI in manufacturing helps bridge the ageing workforce gap by automating routine tasks, supporting RCA, and preserving expertise.Nov 2025 · 4 min read
DigitalisationStolt Tankers’ Case Study: Scaling Continuous Improvement Across a Global Shipping FleetDiscover how Stolt Tankers successfully scaled Continuous Improvement across a global fleet by adopting Cyzag's digital platform.Oct 2025 · 8 min read
Continuous ImprovementHow Oil & Gas Terminals Cut Time- Related Inefficiencies with DigitalisationLearn how Oil & Gas Terminals Digitalisation eliminates waiting time, speeds decisions, and drives efficiency across terminal operations.Oct 2025 · 3 min read
Continuous ImprovementPharma Manufacturing Digitalisation: The Importance of PeopleSee how pharma manufacturing digitalisation empowers frontline teams, strengthens compliance, and prepares data and people for AI.Sept 2025 · 5 min read
Continuous Improvement6 Barriers to Digital Success in Oil & Gas and How to Overcome ThemDiscover the six major barriers holding back digital transformation in oil and gas and how platforms like Cyzag help overcome these challenges to unlock efficiency, sustainability, and growth.Aug 2025 · 8 min read
Continuous ImprovementA Day in The Life of a High-Efficiency Production SupervisorExplore how high-efficiency production supervisors optimise each shift with smart planning, connected workflows, and real-time decisions powered by digital tools.Aug 2025 · 8 min read
Continuous ImprovementOperator Efficiency Starts Here: A Day in a Digitally-Enabled PlantDiscover how digital tools improve operator efficiency by streamlining shift routines, speeding decisions and reducing waste in manufacturing.Jul 2025 · 6 min read
Continuous ImprovementOptimising Reporting for Better Manufacturing Outcomes Across IndustriesExplore key types of manufacturing reports, like compliance, quality, efficiency and learn how Cyzag helps simplify & improve reporting.Jun 2025 · 8 min read
Continuous ImprovementDelivering Better OEE in Food and Beverage OperationsOEE alone won’t drive results in food & bev manufacturing. It’s people who turn data into action and make performance improvements stick.Jun 2025 · 7 min read
AIAI in Manufacturing Examples: What’s Working Now on the FloorExplore AI in manufacturing examples that show how leading companies apply technology to boost efficiency, improve quality and safety, and reduce costs.Apr 2025 · 8 min read
AIThe 7 Benefits of Digitalisation in Manufacturing You Need to KnowDiscover the 7 key benefits of digitalisation in process manufacturing, from improved efficiency to enhanced collaboration and sustainability.Apr 2025 · 5 min read
AIAI and People: A Powerful Duo in ManufacturingDiscover how AI and people work together in manufacturing to boost efficiency, safety, and sustainability through real-world success stories.Mar 2025 · 7 min read
Continuous ImprovementHow to Use an Operations Map to Make Manufacturing More EfficientLearn how an operations map can boost manufacturing efficiency by streamlining workflows, improving processes, and eliminating bottlenecks.Feb 2025 · 8 min read
AI5 Manufacturing Trends You Need to Know in 2025In this blog, we’ll explore five key trends in manufacturing which are expected to redefine the industry in 2025.Jan 2025 · 6 min read
Continuous ImprovementHow Digitalisation Helps Process Engineers to be More EfficientUnderstand how digitalisation helps Process Engineers be more efficient in solving key challenges in the Chemical, Oil and gas, Mining, and Plastics Industries.Dec 2024 · 7 min read
Data VisualisationPI ProcessBook Migration to Cyzag – Easy, No DisruptionDiscover how PI ProcessBook migration to Cyzag ensures minimal disruption while enhancing your data management capabilities.Nov 2024 · 5 min read
Data VisualisationHow to Make Reporting Easy in the IndustryLearn how to make reporting easy in the industry, save time, reduce errors, and focus on improvements and efficiency.Oct 2024 · 4 min read
DigitalisationDigitalisation in Action: The DILO Three Operations ManagersExplore the routines of three operations managers and discover how digitalisation in operations can significantly impact efficiency.Sept 2024 · 12 min read
Continuous ImprovementHow to Boost Continuous Improvement with Digital ToolsLearn how to boost continuous improvement using digital tools to cut waste, improve collaboration, and accelerate sustainable change.Aug 2024 · 5 min read
DigitalisationHow to Integrate Processes for Industrial Digitalisation SuccessExplore the three-step cycle in which Daily Routines, Process Analytics, and CI work together to achieve industrial digitalisation success.Aug 2024 · 7 min read
AIAI in Manufacturing: Opportunities and Challenges Shaping the FutureThis article highlights four key areas about the impact of AI in manufacturing, with important considerations regarding potential downsides.Jul 2024 · 5 min read
Citizen Developers: Who They Are and Why They Are ImportantLearn how citizen developers are driving innovation on the manufacturing floor through low-code solutions.Jun 2024 · 6 min read
Process ImprovementHow to Start with Process Improvement: ToolsDiscover essential tools to initiate process improvements and boost efficiency on the manufacturing floor in our 3-part series.Jun 2024 · 22 min read
Data Visualisation6 Reasons to Implement OEE Automation TodayExplore the key advantages of OEE automation and why it's essential for manufacturers seeking to enhance efficiency and productivity.May 2024 · 4 min read
Continuous ImprovementReducing Manufacturing Costs – Top 5 StrategiesImplementing effective tactics to reduce manufacturing costs is essential for the competitiveness and sustainability of the process industry.May 2024 · 4 min read
DigitalisationHow Digitalisation Saved €150K and Improved Work Processes 2XLearn how a manufacturer saved €150K annually by streamlining operations across 7 sites using Cyzag's no-code platform for digitalisation.May 2024 · 10 min read
Data VisualisationHow to Get Insights in the Process Industry: Mastering Data VisualisationExplore “what good looks like” in the process industry for strategic decision-making, focusing on data visualisation.Apr 2024 · 6 min read
Process ImprovementHow to Start with Process Improvement: ProcessesOur 3-part series dives into the essentials for enhancing manufacturing efficiency in the process industry. Here we focus on Processes.Apr 2024 · 11 min read
How to Start with Process Improvement: PeopleOur 3-part series dives into the essentials for enhancing manufacturing efficiency in the process industry. Here we focus on People.Mar 2024 · 6 min read
Continuous ImprovementOperational Excellence Strategy: OKRsThis article will explore the use of OKRs in the process industry and how they are fundamental to keeping focus and delivering results.Jan 2024 · 5 min read
Continuous ImprovementThe Pareto Principle: A Simple Way to Improve Manufacturing ProductivityDiscover how the Pareto Principle help prioritise efforts and boost productivity in manufacturing, from production losses to quality issues.Dec 2023 · 5 min read
Continuous ImprovementReplacing Pi ProcessBook: Looking at AlternativesAs PI ProcessBook comes to the end of life, Cyzag is a leap forward, where operational efficiency and process analytics coalesce.Dec 2023 · 7 min read
DigitalisationHow a Chemical Manufacturer Saved €400k in 8 WeeksHow a global chemical manufacturer saved €400,000 in 8 weeks with Cyzag: a single-site pilot that cut downtime and gave operators real-time data.Oct 2023 · 3 min read
Continuous ImprovementThe 5 Principles of Continuous Improvement in ManufacturingExplore the 5 key principles of continuous improvement to enhance efficiency and reduce waste in manufacturing processes.Oct 2023 · 5 min read
DigitalisationFrom Silos to Synergy: Unlock Operational EfficiencyDiscover the ins and outs of data silos in the industry and explore practical strategies for eliminating them.Sept 2023 · 6 min read
DigitalisationEnhancing Sustainability in Process Manufacturing: Small Shifts, Big ImpactThis article explores the power of small shifts and daily improvements to drive sustainability in chemical manufacturing.Aug 2023 · 3 min read
Digitalisation5 Revolutionary Tech Boosting the IndustryThis blog explores 5 digital technologies that can empower the industry and take businesses to new levels.Jul 2023 · 6 min read
Continuous ImprovementThe 7 Types of Green Waste in Manufacturing and How to Reduce ThemDiscover the seven categories of green waste developed by G. Cundill and R. Heathcote and our suggestions for how businesses can improve each.Jul 2023 · 7 min read
DigitalisationNobian’s Rapid Adoption of Digital Tools to Drive SustainabilityHow Nobian, a leading chemical manufacturer, successfully and rapidly adopted Cyzag's user-centric platform to achieve sustainability.Jun 2023 · 4 min read
Continuous ImprovementHow To Develop an Innovative Mindset in ManufacturingInnovation is a teachable skill. Fostering an innovative mindset among workers drives small improvements that lead to greater productivity.May 2023 · 4 min read
Continuous ImprovementData Democratisation: 8 Practical Steps to Empower Your PeopleThis article aims to clarify the distinction between these two concepts and explain how you can harness data democratisation.Apr 2023 · 6 min read
DigitalisationPeople in Manufacturing: Driving Efficiency with Data and TechnologyDiscover how people in manufacturing drive efficiency with data and technology, empowering smarter decisions and sustainable business success.Dec 2022 · 5 min read
Align, optimise, scaleHow to Drive Sustainable Continuous Improvement – The 3 ElementsExplore the 3 elements of our sustainable continuous improvement process, empowering teams to drive efficiency and profitability in industry.Sept 2022 · 8 min read
Continuous ImprovementHow Digitising Frontline Reduced Waste and Saved 2 Hours/ShiftDigitising frontline operations saves time, streamlines work processes and reduces manual work by up to 2 hours per shift in manufacturing.Sept 2022 · 4 min read
Continuous ImprovementThree Lean Tools To Nurture Continuous Improvement [Kaizen, Kaikaku, Kakushin]Explore how these lean tools, Kaizen, Kaikaku, and Kakushin, drive sustainable continuous improvement in lean manufacturing.Aug 2022 · 2 min read
Continuous ImprovementHow to Make Continuous Improvement in Operations Truly ContinuousMake Continuous Improvement in operations truly continuous with digital tools that enhance routine, empower operators, and drive efficiency.Aug 2022 · 4 min read
Continuous Improvement5 Steps to Avoid Wasting Time on GEMBAFollow these 5 steps to conduct effective Gemba walks and identify waste in manufacturing processes with the DILO tool.Jul 2022 · 9 min read
Continuous ImprovementThe Power of Visual Management: Keep it Simple And VisualLearn how visual aids, like performance boards and digital tools, facilitate communication, decision-making and continuous improvement.Jun 2022 · 4 min read
Continuous ImprovementHow to Achieve Consensus in ManufacturingDiscover how to navigate consensus in manufacturing among teams, ensuring smoother process improvements and operational success.Jun 2022 · 6 min read
Data VisualisationHow Nobian Avoided €980k in Losses with Short Interval ControlDiscover how Nobian used Short Interval Control and the Cyzag platform, preventing raw material losses and saving €980K with real-time data insights.May 2021 · 2 min read
Design ThinkingNouryon’s Journey to Manufacturing Excellence with OEE ToolDiscover how Nouryon improved manufacturing excellence with Cyzag's OEE tool, boosting operator engagement 4x and saving €400K per plant annually.Apr 2021 · 4 min read
Design ThinkingDesign Thinking: The Key to Better Software for ManufacturingDiscover why generic software fails in manufacturing and how design thinking creates solutions that drive efficiency and innovation.Jun 2020 · 4 min read
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