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Lean and operational excellence
Lean, six sigma and operational excellence: the principles, and how plants put them into daily practice.
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 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 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
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
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
Continuous ImprovementTime 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
Continuous ImprovementStandardised 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
Continuous ImprovementSMED 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
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
Continuous ImprovementHow 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
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
Continuous ImprovementHow 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
How To Implement Effective Cost Management in ManufacturingImplement cost management strategies to reduce expenses and improve profitability in manufacturing operations.Apr 2024 · 5 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
6 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
Strategies 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
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
KPIBridging 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
visual managementVisual 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
The 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
Routine 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
5 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
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
Understanding 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
Data VisualisationProcess 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
Shift 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
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
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 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 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
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