Innovation & digital transformation

How to run kaizen meetings that generate real weekly savings

Most continuous improvement programs fail because they focus on gathering ideas rather than hunting for visible, quick savings. The secret is not the “suggestion box,” but the Gemba walk to identify “dollars on the floor.” Every improvement, however small, must…

How to manage your plant remotely using cloud-based dashboards

Managing a factory remotely is not just about monitoring numbers; it’s about transforming data into effective management rituals. Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) offers a more precise performance diagnostic than simple production volume. The key to team engagement lies in the…

Why 3d printing your spare parts in Montreal costs less than importing them

The economic advantage of local 3D printing does not lie in the unit cost of the part, but in the near-total elimination of your production line’s downtime costs. The Total Downtime Cost (TDC) of a machine waiting for an imported…