A bottleneck is any step in the production process that limits the overall flow. It acts like a funnel, reducing the line speed and directly impacting productivity, quality, and delivery time. In a production line, efficiency is defined by the slowest step. Identifying and eliminating the bottleneck is essential for
5S is a Japanese methodology focused on organization, standardization, and discipline in work environments. It is often the first step in the implementation of Lean culture in factories, laboratories, and offices, and has a direct impact on the efficiency, safety, and quality of industrial processes. Before improving a process, it
OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) is a key performance indicator (KPI) used to measure the actual performance of machines and production lines, considering availability, performance, and quality. OEE objectively shows how much of a machine's total capacity is being effectively utilized to produce good parts, within the planned time. 📊 OEE