It’s often and comprehensively reported that we’re hurtling towards the fourth Industrial Revolution, the Factory of the Future or Industry 4.0, as the Europeans call it. But are we really ready for it?
The manufacturing industry has talked Lean for years; the principles and the methodology are well known and established.
Lean manufacturing, or smart manufacturing, is as valid today as it ever has been. How can a process that eliminates waste and increases resource utilization and productivity become outdated? OEE matters! These are business critical issues and always will be.
