NEW YORK—According to a recent study by Deloitte, smart factories have enabled manufacturers to achieve a 20 percent increase in employee productivity.
Over the years, just about all organizations have adopted a continuous improvement program, many based on lean principles. But there’s a key question that often never gets asked: How does a company know where to improve next?
Color affects mood and perception. It’s amazing how a slight change in color can alter the look and feel of a room. I found this out first-hand recently after doing a little painting at home. Whenever I step into an assembly plant, I always try to take a quick look at the color of its floor, walls and equipment. Usually, it’s nothing to get too excited about.
In this webinar, Dr. Terra Vanzant Stern will explore how manufacturers can rethink long-standing approaches, identify waste within Lean itself, and leverage modern tools and strategies to achieve stronger operational results.