6 Ways To Increase Productivity In Your Manufacturing Business

2. Update Processes And Technology

Once you have reviewed and mapped our your existing workflows, start to identify areas where processes and/or technology need changing or updating. Processes that have been in place for a long time may be riddled with workarounds as new equipment was added or production methods changed.

Avoid falling into a “that’s the way we’ve always done it” mindset and think about the way you’d be running things if you started your process from scratch.

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4. Train And Educate Employees

Employee education and training is an ongoing process. In some industries, certain types of training are mandatory, such as daily safety training for all personnel using safety gear. New equipment and technology require training to get the most value. Employee education is also an excellent retention tactic; new employee will take time to become proficient, causing a slowdown in production.

Ensure that you schedule training sessions for staff, keep accurate records of attendance and look for opportunities to train staff in areas that will make your more efficient overall.

6. Maintain Optimal Inventory

Tracking your inventory accurately helps to prevent over-stocking, which ties up cash in your business and if stock is not used, costs you money, and also under-stocking which delays productions and frustrates customers.

Understanding the demand for you products as soon as possible allows you to buy smart, deliver on time and maximise your profitability.

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