Manufacturing TipsProduction planning Quality Assurance in Manufacturing – QA Best Practices for SMEs Next to how much you produce, the quality of products is an equally important side of the coin in manufacturing. Quality assurance serves as the process of maintaining consistency, preventing defective products, and adhering to industry regulations in manufacturing goods. By Mattias Turovski 12 min read
Production planning 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
Manufacturing TipsProduction planningSales 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
Manufacturing TipsProduction planning Make-to-Stock Manufacturing Workflow and Best Practices Make-to-stock (MTS) is a manufacturing workflow that uses the push system. This means that goods are produced to stock by “pushing” them through the supply chain according to anticipated demand. In this post, we will look at the pros and cons as well as best practices for utilizing MTS. By Mattias Turovski 8 min read
Manufacturing TipsProduction planning Make to Order and Assemble to Order Manufacturing Workflows Make-to-order (MTO) and assemble-to-order (ATO) are manufacturing workflows that use the pull system, meaning that production starts when an order comes in. As such, they are mostly used by companies that manufacture customizable products. In this post, we go over their differences, pros and cons, and production management considerations. By Mattias Turovski 7 min read
Choosing a SoftwareManufacturing Tips What Is Lot Tracking and How to Use It? Lot tracking, also known as batch tracking, is an important process for ensuring quality, most commonly for traceability and recall purposes. It is a crucial part of doing business in highly regulated industries, but it has its advantages regardless of the product. By Madis Kuuse 8 min read
Production planning Types of Manufacturing Processes – A Comprehensive Guide Manufacturing processes can be categorized and subcategorized in many different ways. Here is a comprehensive guide into the various definitions, from processes grouped according to the scale of production up until those classified by their level of automation. By Karl H Lauri 11 min read
News The Story of the World’s Most Versatile Manufacturer As manufacturers, we cannot wish for a better spokesperson than Santa Claus. He has a strong brand, is well-liked throughout the world, and brings efficiency to a whole new level. By Madis Kuuse 4 min read
Production planning What Is Six Sigma? There are many moving parts to Six Sigma, but in a few words, one can define it as a systematic approach for eliminating errors. By Karl H Lauri 6 min read
Production planning What is Kaizen? It’s hard to believe, but it’s been over thirty years since Masaaki Imai wrote his game-changing book, Kaizen: The Key to Japan’s Competitive Success. By Karl H Lauri 6 min read
AccountingManufacturing Tips What is Bill of Materials Functionality? A Bill of Materials is the complete list of parts, materials or ingredients required to complete a finished and sellable product. By Karl H Lauri 6 min read
Manufacturing Tips 10 Best Practices for Improving Your Manufacturing Processes Every manufacturing business can benefit from developing their processes and achieving operational excellence. The efficiency that comes from these improvements can help to reduce costs, enhance productivity, and upgrade the quality of your products. Eventually, increased sales and profits will follow, along with a highly-polished company image. By Karl H Lauri 6 min read
