Production Planning Strategies for the Manufacturing Industry

Production Routing – Definitions, Tips, and Examples

Manufacturing routing is a process as well as a document that standardizes, describes, and sequences manufacturing operations so that the product is manufactured as efficiently as possible. Effective routings can contribute to reduced costs, improved quality, accurate production planning, and the streamlined use of production resources.

By Madis Kuuse 11 min read

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Discrete vs. Process Manufacturing – How Do They Differ?

Discrete manufacturing implies producing distinct items that require assembly along a production line. Process manufacturing, on the other hand, produces goods by mixing or combining raw materials in a manufacturing process. In this article, we will explore key differences between the two manufacturing types and look at examples of each.

By Mattias Turovski 8 min read

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Mass Customization – A Viable Option for Small Manufacturers

Mass customization is a mixed manufacturing mode with characteristics from both mass production and make-to-order production modes. Modern software solutions such as product configurators make mass customization available even to small manufacturers.

By Madis Kuuse 9 min read

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What Is Cellular Manufacturing?

Cellular manufacturing is a production organization method that consists of arranging the shop floor in a way that would accommodate the greatest efficiency. Here are its basic premises, benefits, and disadvantages.

By Madis Kuuse 14 min read

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What Are Contract Manufacturing and Toll Manufacturing?

Contract manufacturing and toll manufacturing are the preferred ways of doing business for many companies, large and small. In this post, we take a look at what they are and how they differ.

By Karl H Lauri 8 min read

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Production Planning with Excel – Opportunities and Limitations

Excel and other spreadsheet applications have been used in production planning for decades. Even though they are a viable first-step solution for micro-companies, a growing business should already look for something more scalable.

By Madis Kuuse 9 min read

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Production Optimization – A Simple Guide for SMEs

The realm of production optimization is as diverse as there are different manufacturing workflows. Optimizations can range from changing inventory and warehouse layouts to adopting machine learning and advanced AI. In this post, we look at the basics of production optimization with a focus on how small manufacturers can optimize their processes.

By Mattias Turovski 10 min read

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Total Manufacturing Cost – What is it and How to Calculate it?

Total manufacturing cost is an essential metric for understanding the profitability of a business. It can be used to adjust the selling price of your products, identify and cut expenses, and calculate other key metrics like the Cost of Goods Manufactured. In this post, we explore total manufacturing cost and its utility to manufacturers.

By Madis Kuuse 10 min read

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How to Manage Product Variants in Manufacturing?

Product variants are versions of products with variations in attributes such as color, size, material, features, pricing, etc. Even though selling a product with variants is quite clear-cut, managing their production can be a real headache.

By Madis Kuuse 9 min read

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Production Routing – Definitions, Tips, and Examples

Discrete vs. Process Manufacturing – How Do They Differ?

Mass Customization – A Viable Option for Small Manufacturers

What Is Cellular Manufacturing?

What Are Contract Manufacturing and Toll Manufacturing?

Production Planning with Excel – Opportunities and Limitations

Production Optimization – A Simple Guide for SMEs

Total Manufacturing Cost – What is it and How to Calculate it?

How to Manage Product Variants in Manufacturing?

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Production Routing – Definitions, Tips, and Examples

Discrete vs. Process Manufacturing – How Do They Differ?

Mass Customization – A Viable Option for Small Manufacturers

What Is Cellular Manufacturing?

What Are Contract Manufacturing and Toll Manufacturing?

Production Planning with Excel – Opportunities and Limitations

Production Optimization – A Simple Guide for SMEs

Total Manufacturing Cost – What is it and How to Calculate it?

How to Manage Product Variants in Manufacturing?

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