How Manufacturers Can Increase Productivity by Utilizing Cobots
By Dan Timoldi If you’re a small or medium manufacturer who has been considering introducing more automation to your processes, but are worried you don’t have the time, space, or money; it may be time to consider cobots. Collaborative robots, also known as cobots, are a type of robotic system designed to work alongside humans […]
Revolutionizing Supply Chains: Navigating the Post-Pandemic Era
Supply chains are constantly evolving, with new innovative trends emerging each year. As we near the end of 2023, it is crucial to stop and reflect on the past few year’s developments in supply chain management. Keeping up with the latest trends and technologies ensure businesses stay ahead of the curve and remain competitive in […]
Safety – The Vital Addition to the 6S Lean Process
For our sixth and final installment of the 6S series, we will be discussing Safety. Safety, the newest addition to the 6S Lean process, holds a pivotal position at the core of the entire methodology. This step emphasizes the identification and mitigation of hazards in the workplace, ensuring the well-being of employees and promoting a […]
The 6S Lean Process: Sustain (Shitsuke)- Nurturing Good Habits and Continuous Improvement
In our fifth installment of our 6S series, we will be diving into Sustain. Sustain (Shitsuke), one of the final steps in the 6S Lean process, focuses on following established routines and building good habits within an organization. While primarily psychological, Sustain can be reinforced through regular monitoring, evaluation, and training. Sustain is all about […]
The 6S Lean Process: Standardize (Seiketsu)- Establishing Routines and Setting Expectations
Welcome to the fourth installment of our 6S series. Standardize (Seiketsu), the fourth step in the 6S Lean process, plays a crucial role in maintaining the progress achieved through the first three stages. By combining the results of Sort, Set in Order, and Shine; Standardize focuses on developing routines, reinforcing them, and establishing clear expectations […]
The 6S Lean Process: Shine (Seiso) – Enhancing Workplace Appearance and Safety
There is always room for improvement when it comes to maximizing your company’s efficiency. The 6S Lean process is a systematic approach to workplace organization and optimization. Welcome to the third installment of our 6S series, where we will discuss the third step of the 6S Lean process, Shine (Seiso). Shine focuses on cleanliness, regular […]
Important Leadership Update
Executive Management Changes at HVTDC MTEC Tom Phillips, MTEC’s Executive Director, has retired effective September 1st. We would like to take this opportunity to offer him our sincere thanks for his tireless dedication and thoughtful leadership. The MTEC Team strives to continue to build upon Tom’s great accomplishments and wishes him all the best in […]
Enhancing Efficiency with the 6S Lean Process: Set in Order (Seiton)
Efficiency and productivity are key elements for any organization striving to thrive in today’s competitive landscape. This is why many turn to the 6S Lean process, which offers a systematic approach to achieve workplace optimization. Welcome to part two of our 6S series, where we will delve into the second step of the 6S Lean […]
Streamlining Efficiency with the 6S Lean Process: Sort (Seiri)
Efficiency and productivity are vital for any business striving to succeed in today’s competitive market. As manufacturers, it feels like there are always improvements to be made in order to increase efficiency and eliminate waste. In order to improve their processes, organizations can turn to the 6S Lean process, a systematic approach to workplace organization […]
How Small and Medium Manufacturers Can Adopt Innovation 4.0 Without Breaking the Bank
By Jolene Borell, CPA This article was originally shared in a newsletter from RBT CPAs Big manufacturers have the money and resources to embrace the many different technologies and capabilities that make up Innovation 4.0, while small and medium businesses may be challenged to simply keep the day to day going in an uncertain economic […]