Flow Quality by Design

MES and Lean manufacturing

When a customer hires us to implement a MES system in their production facilities, we will challenge the business on several aspects during the implementation proces. Our purpose is to create a lean MES workflow as good as it can gets within the timelines and budget of the company. The following aspects can be challenged:

  • 5 times Why – a problem solving technique designed to help companies uncover the root cause of a problem.
  • Data cleansing- sometimes needed to get a clear picture of the data quality which is needed to set up the workflow in MES. The automation of chaos will lead to a less lean MES workflow.
  • Create a good flow in MES – the flow in MES must be workable for everyone, from the production shop floor up to and including quality input. Workshops with parties involved can be held to make sure every aspect of the business is covered.
  • Strive for perfection – the design will be build and considered perfect when all parties agree with the final design of the workflow.