If we are serious about global competitiveness and a sustained ability to retain American jobs in American factories, it is imperative we recognize one irrefutable fact: the technical issues ...

Like all good companies who are committed to continuous improvement, you can positively impact your business by implementing fundamental Lean Manufacturing concepts immediately with minimal outside ...

What if you could spot abnormalities in your work environment in 30 seconds or less? Or you knew where your tools and other instruments were at all times because they had a specific home and they ...

No self-respecting, manufacturing conference covering a broad spectrum of topics these days would be without a session or two on Lean Manufacturing—which continues to be a hot industry topic. Such was ...

Some of the leanest, most efficient operating rooms and emergency rooms in North Carolina hospitals have the automotive industry to thank for their smoother running operations. Lewis says the ...

Lean manufacturing is a principle or philosophy that many businesses follow in order to create efficiency and maximize profit. In lean manufacturing, all of the efforts of the company are directed ...

Tom Kelly, instructor of supply chain at Western Michigan University, shares his experience on the benefits of Lean Six Sigma certification courses, which the Haworth College of Business will begin ...

It’s not another "flavor of the month" or one more program that senior management tries in the quest for greater efficiency. Instead, lean enterprise offers significant company and customer benefits ...

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

Many mechanical contractors are moving more work to the shop because it makes sense. It is safer, delivers better quality, and is an answer to address the shortage of skilled field craftsman. As cited ...