The Big Four mistakes manufacturers can make and how to avoid them

Are they myths, urban legends, bad habits or judgement errors? Whatever they are, the common mistakes that many manufacturers can make may be adding cost, wasting resources and labour, and frustrating customers.

Seiki Systems that explores common dilemmas that manufacturers face and how software systems can be used to address process inefficiency and data inaccuracy, they include:

• Thinking a spreadsheet is an effective way of predicting delivery dates
• Accepting the times written on a paper job card are accurate
• Padding jobs with extra hours and giving customers padded delivery promises
• Working extra hours and using overtime to create a cushion that can be used for “hot” jobs

We reveal how this software can provide manufacturing organisations with the tools to enhance the integrity of the data on which strategic business decisions can be made, driving continuous improvement strategies to enhance the profitability of operations. Download a copy of the article using the link below.