In part one of this blog, we discussed time management techniques for your team to get out of firefighting mode. If you missed that blog, you could find it here. In this part, we will discuss some sustaining management practices that will help you monitor and continue to improve your departments efficiency, here are a few things that you should be tracking:
The reality of small and medium sized manufacturers is that you spend all your available time chasing deliveries and emergencies instead of working proactively to improve your company’s overall performance. This is the reality that most companies find themselves in because they do not have enough staff, time, or training to improve their situation.
Supply chain is one of the most important aspects of the manufacturing industry. In order for the manufacturing process to actually begin, companies need the necessary materials to make the desired product. What exactly is supply chain? Supply chain consists of the sequence of different processes involved in the production and distribution of a product, good, or other commodities.
