Engineering Change Notifications or (ECN)s are changes made to the product structure as an improvement or to introduce a new product. Along with ECNs, a change may arrive through Deviations or Deviation From Spec (DFS) which typically originate from the shop floor. The intention of the deviation is to handle unplanned part or process issues. … Continued
The mere mention of tariff increases on incoming foreign products has had negative effects on businesses relying on foreign materials. Here are a few ways that Advantive’s range of manufacturing software can prepare you for an uncertain economic future.
In the fast-paced world of manufacturing, it’s easy to overlook powerful tools hiding in plain sight. That’s why we’re taking a moment to reintroduce you to some of the most useful—but often underused—features of the Virtual Build module in Assembly Planner. If you’ve ever found yourself toggling between CAD files, BOMs, and libraries—or waiting on … Continued
Did you know that 20.6% of manufacturing plants cited insufficient labor or labor skills as a key constraint? These constraints can cause downtime, delays, and missed deadlines. However, the right I4.0 technology can help you streamline processes, reduce errors, and improve workforce efficiency. Webinar Topics: The importance of digital work instructions and two-way change communication. … Continued
This absolute truth might sound scary, but it can also be an opportunity. If organizations take proactive approaches and prepare for the inevitable changes on the horizon, they can reap incredible business benefits. But how do you prepare for the unknown? How can you manage change when you don’t know what the change will be? … Continued
Key Topics: Eliminate the need for excel with digital time study capabilities that save you time. Optimize production and minimize bottlenecks with superior line balancing tools. Increase quality with synchronized, up-to-date work instructions.
Change is inevitable. Whether it’s a new administration taking office or rapid advancements in technology around the globe, change can have a major impact on an organization. However, embracing new technologies can help companies’ future proof their businesses against any changes that come.
Discover how Proplanner can bridge the gap between your current PLM, MES, and ERP system, providing the missing link for driving process planning excellence and operational efficiency. From comprehensive change management and synchronized work instructions to improved time studies, line balancing, and controls, our solution can digitally transform your business.
With Proplanner, improve efficiency, traceability, scalability, and accuracy.
PLM, ERP, and MES systems are well suited for defining WHAT, WHEN, and WHERE products will be manufactured. Proplanner helps you determine the HOW by providing workflows that glue together the components of production. And because Proplanner is often complementary to other PLM/MES/ERP systems, you to create a fully integrated system using your existing solutions.
Are you tired of constant rework and downtime due to inaccurate, static work instructions?
Proplanner can auto-generate standardized, up-to-date visual work instructions for every model and option configuration in seconds – eliminating guesswork and minimizing rework. And with the ability to easily embed work instructions into your MES system, you can automatically apply changes in seconds.
Are you struggling with excess capacity, bottlenecks, and frequent downtime?
Proplanner’s line balancing module can quickly balance and visualize thousands of tasks, hundreds of models and options, and countless customer orders. This purpose-built solution can also satisfy the largest number of hard and soft constraints including Precedence, Resources, Workzones, Grouping, Ergonomics, Inspection, and Product Orientation.
Are you still using excel to complete your time studies? Are you tired of time wasted on a manual process prone to errors?
Proplanner enables you to easily conduct observed and calculated time studies – both live and video based – to support lean manufacturing. Our advanced capabilities make it easy to complete, access, and update time studies, as needed.