Smart Data – Intelligent Metrics
We are often asked what companies (or types of companies) are using OEE as part of their daily operations. While our focus has been primarily in the automotive industry, we are highly encouraged by the level of integration deployed in …
We added a new page to our site to address some of the more frequently asked questions (FAQ’s) we receive regarding OEE. We trust you will find this information to be of interest as you move forward on your lean journey. We always appreciate your …
Welcome! If you are a first time visitor interested in getting started with Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), click here to access our very first post “OEE – Overall Equipment Effectiveness“. We have presented many articles featuring OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), Lean Thinking, …
Getting Started Online Training is more rampant now than ever. If you want to learn about OEE and how to calculate it correctly then we have all the information you need right here. Simply click on the categories of interest to you and research your …
Defining overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) criteria as part of the scope of work or purchase order agreement is quickly becoming standard practice throughout the automotive industry and manufacturing in general. OEE Assessments OEE criteria should be performed for every new purchase. Often …
Training and Integration Integrating OEE into your organization will take some time. However, the benefits are definitely worth the effort. Preparing an effective integration strategy will pay off dividends in the execution phase of your program and can serve as …
The simplicity of measuring and calculating OEE is compounded by the factors that ultimately influence the end result. Because the concept of OEE can be readily embraced by most employees, it is easy for many people to get involved in the …
Incorporating and tracking performance using Lean metrics doesn’t make a company Lean any more than tracking weight puts you on a diet. Measurements are like decisions, nothing changes unless actions are taken. How does this apply to OEE? How does OEE apply to …
How many times have you, or someone you know, challenged the measurement process or method used to collect the data because the numbers just “don’t make sense” or “can’t be right”? It is imperative to have integrity in the data …
OEE in Perspective As mentioned in our previous posts, OEE is a terrific metric for measuring and monitoring ongoing performance in your operation. However, like many metrics, it can become the focus rather than the gage of performance it is intended to …