Operational Efficiency
Problem
Customer did not have process to understand team dynamics in the assembly line
Limited analysis of data to drive corrective action
Wait/waste time not captured
Inability to understand optionality and product mix impact on performance or line design
Actions
Implemented Operational & Effectiveness (OEE) system
Tie directly into existing shop floor control systems and equipment controls to provide real-time status of production across company
Leverage data collection and visibility to show how line is performing
Results
- Increased analyst efficiency from 60% to 80% by removing bottlenecks
- Reduced throughput from days to one hour in wing machining cell
- 3% reduction in facilities and equipment support labor costs
- 5% reduction in overtime costs
