by | Jan 30, 2019 | Blogs
Operations Management is often the most neglected area in all Organizations, it is considered to be a firefighting tool only to be called upon in the event of any problem or mishap. I believe Operations Management should be considered a vital part of management and should be used to attain competitive advantage for the Organization. Operations Management affects all five competitive priorities, namely, Quality, Speed, Dependability, Flexibility and Cost. Rather than trying to manipulate the external environment to gain a competitive edge, organizations can gain a lot by concentrating on setting their house in order by laying stress on Operations Management Excellence.
Most modern theories of management lay stress on the importance of Operations Management and how crucial it can prove to be in the success or failure of an Organization. There are many books which describe the importance of operations management at a strategic level and how an operations strategy can achieve higher throughput, lower costs and profit maximization. The crux of these writings however is a very simple fact, which is, if you lay stress on doing things right the first time and try to improve your operations continually, you can improve your profitability and become the best-in-class organization.
For manufacturing Organizations, Operations Management is extremely important, its so because it deals with the most important activity of the organization, the production of the goods, that are sold in the market, under a brand name. Thus in manufacturing organizations excellence in operations management is highly desirable. Most successful companies have realized this need and are employing the most modern information solutions along with various management theories to achieve manufacturing excellence. Information systems are making Operation management highly sophisticated and pushing operations towards a six sigma level of efficiency.
Integration of the entire plant, process and personnel is vital for achieving manufacturing excellence. This integration can result only with the help of an information system that provides a seamless and holistic view of the vital process and personnel related parameters. This system should allow effective monitoring and efficient control for the entire process and aid real time decision making and action. There are many packages available in the market for Manufacturing Excellence, but is just any package the right package?
I believe every manufacturing process is unique; this is because of the fact that each organization has an inherent set of resources and unique environmental conditions. Thus a Manufacturing Excellence application should be process specific and not general. Every Operations manager gives importance to certain parameters, for the sake of this discussion lets say Quality, Safety, Equipment and Factory Communication. If the package available cannot capture the details of the parameters above mentioned, it is rendered useless for this particular Organization.
I2DS has devised a Manufacturing Excellence solution that can fit to your process and give you the power of monitoring and controlling the process parameters you consider vital. So if you believe that Safety, Quality, Factory Communication and Equipment issues are important cost centers and need to be monitored and controlled effectively, I2DS’ Manufacturing Excellence allows you to do exactly that. You have the capability to assign priorities and owners to each issue, see the real time actions and judge the performance of the entire process or the performance of individual parameters. With I2DS as your Excellence partner, you will never miss a vital issue and will be able to reduce the operating costs drastically, thereby achieving better profitability. With I2DS you can gain process excellence and this would help you become the Best-In-Class Operation. So open your doors to Manufacturing Excellence and I2DS, write into us at info@i2ds.com, and give us the opportunity to help you achieve excellence in all your competitive priorities.
by | Jan 30, 2019 | Blogs
All Operations professional know and would agree that no matter how fool proof a process might be there is always a possibility of an excursion. The later an excursion is detected the more loss it causes. Detecting an excursion becomes even more important in discreet manufacturing as every product is different and tailor made. Even in an HMV production line an excursion can cause a massive loss if it remains undetected, thereby causing both financial and non financial loss. The financial loss caused by an excursion can be calculated, but the non financial loss, such as loss of customer goodwill, loss to the brand value, product replacement and product recall can permanently damage the image of an Organization.
Each Lot that is produced is of great value to the factory and any excursion during production process is a definite loss. It is imperative to be proactive in checking all production requirements are appropriately filled even before the material leaves the Ware-house. Being reactive will only lead to analysis of the loss that has already occurred rather than preventing it. Today most Factories are employing standard ERP systems that give material traceability to and from the warehouse, but what if the excursion occurs during production or when the material has already gone through the first stage of processing? Most systems lack the capability of tracking material through the production line; this may lead to a major loss in material and production time. The chances of an excursion occurring during the production process is higher as the material under processing changes hands a number of times and even in a completely automated process non conformities may occur at any stage of processing.
So what is required is a better information system that allows us to monitor the material during and after the production process. When we have a system that is capable of recording and reporting all the metrics relevant to a production lot, the chances of detecting and preventing an excursion are increased. Employing an integrated system that can track material throughout the production process is very important. I2DS is a pioneer in design and application of such innovative and cutting edge information systems. We have developed a unique Inventory Management Solution, which allows you to track your material even after it leaves the Ware-house. Our system gives you the ability to track the exact location of material, anywhere and everywhere in the production line, right up to the finished goods stage.
Our system is capable of collaborating with your existing ERP system to give you better control and complete traceability for your material. Our system is in-line with JIT theory and helps you monitor the inventory at each and every step of production and insures you not only detect but prevent any excursion that might happen. Our system allows you to detect excursions faster and thereby helps you to prevent losses which might have otherwise occurred. So if you are interested in cutting your losses and improve traceability of your material, contact us right now and get a free demo of our path breaking solutions, e-mail us at info@i2ds.com
by | Jan 30, 2019 | Blogs
I2DS, a provider of Manufacturing and R&D Factory Automation, Data Management, Factory MES, and Manufacturing Excellence software and IT, Factory Operations, Supply Chain, & Engineering Services serves various organizations and industries such as solar, semiconductor, automotive, and biotech is being touted as the next big thing in MES and Automation industry.
Highlights:
• Due to a 70% growth in the third quarter and continual addition of new clients I2DS has increased its Head Count by 36 % world wide.
• The company has recruited a team of professionals for supporting the ever increasing customer base. Major hiring has been in Operations, IT and Customer support departments.
“Our team is growing rapidly and that is because of the tremendous response we have been receiving from our clients worldwide. Our vision is to create an employee base that is dedicated and believes in customer satisfaction. So far all additions to our I2DS family have proved to be excellent and we are blessed to have a great team.” said CEO Sanjeev Gupta who has extensive experience working for Fortune 500 companies such as Intel Corporation and First Solar.
Business Outlook:
The management is focused in recruiting the best professionals in the industry and has devised a selection criterion that is based on overall personality assessment and not just based on skills. The induction program and training being provided to the new members of the I2DS family is aimed at development of skills beyond the present capabilities of the new recruits. The training aims to orient and educate the employees with the I2DS culture and inculcate the value system and company philosophy in their every day work life. “As an Organization we believe in Customer Satisfaction. Our endeavor is to create a team that can achieve the high standards that the management believes in and achieve the milestones that are set in front of them. We also ensure that our work force is satisfied, and that they work as a team. Our business is growing at a great speed and we are increasing our team accordingly. We are sure that I2DS will soon become on of the most preferred employers in the industry.” says Sal Reddy, VP of Technical Sales and Marketing
by | Jan 30, 2019 | Blogs
The major goal of all commercial organizations is to achieve profit maximization. Achieving profits can be looked at from various perspectives, such as reduction in operational cost, reduction in inventory/work in progress and increasing productivity/throughput. Let’s assume that the demand for an organization’s products is bullish, costs are consistent and the pressure of competition is high. In such circumstances profit maximization can be achieved only when all the three factors mentioned above contribute equally. In organizations that are applying Lean production, cutting inventory and operational costs further can be a challenge; however, productivity can be increased considerably, by application of Information Technology. Achieving higher productivity is desirable for most organizations as it directly impacts profitability and costs.
Organizations have been known to exhibit a strong inertia in applying IT solutions, especially when it affects their production process. Successful Organizations however have been able to fight this inertia and make the most of what Information Technology has to offer. For Organizations in the manufacturing domain, it has been shown that application of the correct Information systems can give a massive boost to the overall productivity of the entire process and bring down the costs drastically. There are many solutions available for manufacturing organizations that can boost process productivity, without varying the process capability. It is very important to realize that when it comes to IT solutions, ‘One size fits all’ kind of philosophy can cost an Organization dearly.
The choice of the right partner to boost your productivity is a strategic decision and should be taken by the top management after careful analysis and evaluation. To make this decision easier for your Organization let me describe how I2DS has boosted productivity for its customers through its path breaking information solutions. The systems developed by I2DS are designed to achieve not only high productivity but also make a difference to the bottom line by reducing costs and increasing profitability. The range of products we offer are- Factory MES, Communication Management, Manufacturing Excellence, Inventory Management, Safety Management, Quality Management, Equipment Management, Database Management and Process Automation.
The above mentioned solutions are tailor-made to our client’s needs and can be applied individually or as a complete package. With solutions such as the ones I have just discussed you can better control your process and set achievable targets for boosting productivity. Our solutions are helping our customers increase their profitability and cut operating cost at the same time. I2DS systems have the capability to integrate your entire process irrespective of location, equipment type, level of automation and process complexity. So if you agree with me and need a partner who will make your operations more productive and profitable write to us at info@i2ds.com.
by | Jan 30, 2019 | Blogs
Quality, Speed, Dependability, Flexibility and Cost, these are the vital competitive priorities that are considered most crucial for Organizations today. All these parameters are dependant on the availability of relevant and potent information. It is the acquisition and manipulation of the right information that has helped market leaders get the no. 1 spot in their respective industries. To acquire correct information, data collection, database management and data processing is mandatory. Organizations today lay a great emphasis on collection of data generated both inside the organization and outside.
Let’s first consider the importance of Data, its management and why is it so important to have robust data architecture? Each Organization in the world generates large volumes of Data every day, every hour, every minute; practically all the time. However this data becomes useless if not stored in a proper Database and not processed in a strong Database Management System. Today IT is the biggest concern globally and opposed to normal belief these concerns are not being eliminated rather they are escalating, as the products being manufactured worldwide are becoming more and more complex and the need to have the right info as and when required is more intense than ever.
The process of achieving a robust IT infrastructure begins with the purchase of the right hardware, followed by the correct software applications. The right database architecture and features like, data mining, data processing and data reports are very important for a successful IT implementation. At I2DS we have a strong belief that the results achieved today should amplify and improve in the future. We provide the best knowledge management services in the industry today, because we plan for tomorrow by applying solutions today. With I2DS as your Data Management partner you can achieve the desired level of data proficiency today and also plan for the future. We are committed to providing the right solutions for you.
I2DS provides many solutions and services such as- Data Management, Factory Automation, Factory MES, Manufacturing Excellence and IT/Software services. Our verticals have been designed specially to provide integrated platforms, which have the functionality of converting raw data to information and providing seamless information to achieve smooth learning resulting in an Organization wide Knowledge Base. So if you are an Organization that plans for future success with the application of right solutions today, if you wish to incorporate Organizational learning in your culture, I2DS is the best choice for you. Just e-mail us at info@i2ds.com and we will get back to you with the best possible solution for your data management needs.
by | Jan 30, 2019 | Blogs
Decision making is an ongoing, day-to-day activity, for every Organization. Every Factory Manager makes numerous decisions related to the operations and production process on a daily basis. Every decision that affects the final product is crucial and should be taken with utmost care, because even the smallest error can cause massive damage to the company’s reputation and market performance. Decision making is affected by the presence or absence of specific information, it is this information that helps make a decision more precise. The gurus of Quality Management have emphasized the importance of fact based management, especially for organizations that manufacture products.
Manufacturing Organizations have to comply with many specifications, which are either provided by the external customers or established as industry norms. To achieve the level of compliance or to exceed it, effective process management and control is required. To achieve an effective decision making process, that is based on facts, information systems are required that can provide correct information, at the right time, to the right person. Even medium and smaller Organizations have started the use of information systems at a much higher rate since the beginning of this decade. The use of Information Technology has made decision making easier and has helped improve customer satisfaction in both product and service sector.
Information systems can improve decision making at all levels if they are relevant and process specific. Many Organizations that have tried to implement Off-The-Shelf IT solutions have failed drastically, because they tried to change their process to better suit their IT package. The core competence of any manufacturing Organization is closely related to their process and any change in the process can prove to be costly if it is not aimed at an improvement in the said core competency. So rather than trying to change the process to suit the IT package, organizations should look for a partner who can understand their process and develop Information Systems to complement the process and make it more competent.
I2DS has the capability of providing decision making tools that are not only process specific but come equipped with the most modern technological advancements in the field of Information Technology. Our systems are capable of adapting to your process and provide you the information required, right at your finger tips, just about any where in the world. The ranges of solutions we offer are Factory MES, Communication Management, Manufacturing Excellence, Inventory Management, Safety Management, Quality Management, Equipment Management, Database Management and Process Automation. The above mentioned solutions are tailor-made to our client’s needs and can be applied individually or as a complete package. With such powerful solutions you can better control your process and set achievable targets for boosting productivity. Our solutions are helping our customers increase their profitability and cut operating cost at the same time, through intelligent and fact based decision making. I2DS’ systems have the capability to integrate your entire process irrespective of location, equipment type, level of automation and process complexity. To improve your decision making at every managerial level, by the availability of owner specific information made available in real time, you need a partner like I2DS. So don’t waste time get in touch with us right away, e-mail us at info@i2ds.com.
