Pharma and advanced therapy manufacturing will only grow more complex in science, regulation, and global scale. But the ...

You don’t have to read too many books on lean manufacturing before you come across the indisputable fact that standard work is at the core of your lean transformation. My two favorite quotes from my ...

Question: We are trying to create some standard work around several processes in our plant. Who should “own” this—the operators who run the process or an engineer? I’m not sure I can get everyone to ...

Lean manufacturing isn't just a trendy concept; it's a strategic framework designed to streamline processes, slash costs and boost productivity. By minimizing waste and focusing on value-added ...

Though the terms Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing often conjure images of industrial plants and assembly lines, the application of these principles has no limits. Any industry that provides a product ...

Lean manufacturing and green manufacturing are not always considered at the same time as companies plan their factory improvement initiatives. Often, in “going green,” a company will aim for a certain ...

You might have heard about lean manufacturing techniques and how they’ve helped companies such as Toyota streamline their processes, reduce waste, minimize costs and increase productivity. But if ...

Dov Amar is the CEO of opyflow, a consulting firm specializing in the supply chain, with 25 years of experience. If your company has undergone multiple integrations, you know firsthand the struggles ...

With the right approach to continuous improvement, printing companies can thrive if they’re willing to make the investment. To be successful, a company must recognize that processes are the central ...

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 ...

Manufacturers may have an industry standard for lean certification as early as this fall. Manufacturers may have an industry standard for lean certification as early as this fall. Currently, the ...

Lean concepts and methods have a bit of a reputation for being “anti-innovation.” All the talk of standardization tends to be off-putting to some who claim that the focus on consistency hinders ...