Leading a team of any size to do anything can be a stressful undertaking. The need to help the team succeed is always present and, sometimes, the pressure is suffocating. Luckily, there are ways to ease the burden. Here, we will explore the 5S framework system and how to implement it. This system is of Japanese origin and has helped many businesses in their journeys to success. It gives a steady framework to follow in creating a sustainable workplace. (more…)
One of the biggest concerns for anyone working in manufacturing and engineering should be personal safety and compliance. It doesn’t matter how you feel about it or whether or not you particularly enjoy the necessary protocols you must follow. The fact of the matter is that if you don’t follow the proper handling, precautions and policies for general work safety, you could find yourself in serious danger.
Work health and safety is especially concerning in the manufacturing industry because of the nature of the responsibilities. You’ll regularly find yourself interacting with a vast number of systems and machinery that could cause damage or harm, either to you personally or to someone nearby. It’s vital that you know and understand the proper safety guidelines for the environment where you’ll be working. (more…)
Having a productive factory is critical to your business. There are a variety of techniques and methods that can help to improve your overall productivity. Here are some of the ways that you can maximize your production throughput. (more…)
Rachelle Wilber is a freelance writer living in the San Diego, California area. She graduated from San Diego State University with her Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism and Media Studies. She tries to find an interest in all topics and themes, which prompts her writing. When she isn’t on her porch writing in the sun, you can find her shopping, at the beach, or at the gym.
Businesspersons usually store expensive equipment, vehicles and other items that they use to run their businesses in warehouses. Due to the high rate of industrialization in the world today, warehouses have increased and evolved into automated centers. Distributors, manufacturers, and retailers are using cutting-edge technology to build modern warehouses. However, many warehouses usually have complex layouts and big sizes, which make them vulnerable to a variety of threats, including internal and external thefts. If you own a warehouse, securing it should be one of your top priorities, which will protect your assets, equipment, and valuable inventory from vandalism and robbery. This guide provides five essential ways that you should use to secure your warehouse without disturbing your workers. (more…)
Working and being productive in a hot environment can be difficult for any professional. It can be especially difficult for people who work on their feet in a factory. Factory workers often have rather grueling and tiring positions. If you’re a factory manager who wants to keep your employees cool and happy, these approaches can be a big help. (more…)
Rachelle Wilber is a freelance writer living in the San Diego, California area. She graduated from San Diego State University with her Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism and Media Studies. She tries to find an interest in all topics and themes, which prompts her writing. When she isn’t on her porch writing in the sun, you can find her shopping, at the beach, or at the gym.
Warehouses and factories are often the most critical part of the supply chain in getting a product out. However, they are also some of the most dangerous parts, between chemicals, machinery, and bad safety habits. Here are some ways to keep your employees safe. (more…)
Bio: Avery T. Phillips is a freelance human being with too much to say. She loves nature and examining human interactions with the world, especially when it comes to business, tech, and workplace safety. Comment or reach out @A_Taylorian with any questions or suggestions.
Maintaining a safe and productive work environment is the most vital thing in the world for businesses. It doesn’t matter if you work in a manufacturing plant, an office, or anywhere else. Nothing tops the safety of your team members. Because of that, it’s also essential to keep assembly line equipment dependable and safe at all times as well. (more…)
Rachelle Wilber is a freelance writer living in the San Diego, California area. She graduated from San Diego State University with her Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism and Media Studies. She tries to find an interest in all topics and themes, which prompts her writing. When she isn’t on her porch writing in the sun, you can find her shopping, at the beach, or at the gym.
Many small scale businesses have difficulty surviving because they’re working with limited resources and manpower. These obstacles prevent smaller businesses from reaching their highest potential. By addressing these common problems with a strategy or a backup plan, your small scale business will be less likely to stumble on its way to success. (more…)
Rachel is a mother of 2 beautiful boys. She loves to hike and write about traveling, education, and business. She is a Senior Content Manager at Populationof, an online resource with information about demographic statistics of world population.
Deliveries are par for the course in warehouses all over the world. Warehouses receive shipments all the time. If you want your warehouse to operate smoothly and efficiently, then you have to prepare carefully for all kinds of deliveries. Lack of preparation can lead to chaos and confusion. It can sometimes even result in parcels getting lost. (more…)
Rachelle Wilber is a freelance writer living in the San Diego, California area. She graduated from San Diego State University with her Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism and Media Studies. She tries to find an interest in all topics and themes, which prompts her writing. When she isn’t on her porch writing in the sun, you can find her shopping, at the beach, or at the gym.
Material handling automation brings facilities into the future, and this future of manufacturing includes quality increases while costs and time usage both decrease. Though automating material handling requires a significant investment of personnel and money, increased profits through better efficiency make the process worthwhile.
The means to fully automate material handling lie in the careful integration of technology. Both the Internet of Things (IoT) and automated vehicles can reduce human efforts, improve efficiency, and reduce errors. Facilities that fail to incorporate these could find themselves falling behind soon. For example, Peerless Research Group’s survey found that 42 percent of respondents plan to invest in material handling in 2018 — that money would be well spent on automation. (more…)
