The work instruction is the document that specifies all the stages of the elaboration of a document, as well as the succession of these phases. As the pursuit of optimal productivity and on-time delivery are constants in industrial life, improving work instructions is of paramount importance in redu

More than ever, in the industrial world, the emphasis is placed on the development of skills and human capital in general. The days when operators were considered as mere performers or machine operators are over. They are now encouraged to become full-fledged players in the value chain by seeing the

The DMAIC method is used to solve problems in various areas, starting with industry. Combined with the Six Sigma method, it includes 5 steps from defining the problem to evaluating the actions decided and applied to remedy it. Work instructions play a fundamental role in several of these phases; the

The Kaizen method continues to be studied and applied today in industries around the world. Initiated in Japan, it has since attracted Western companies with its unique approach to production and management. Dedicated to continuous improvement, the Kaizen system is one of the foundations of lean man

The digitization of the industry’s work instructions is one of the steps to be taken in the context of digital transformation. Essentially, two IT tools have emerged within the factory: tablets and smart glasses. When it comes to material for viewing work instructions, these two connected devi

All professional activities involve some risk. The industrial world is no exception; operators operate in the midst of equipment that is sometimes heavy, bulky, powerful, and sometimes in the presence of potentially dangerous substances. Manufacturers must, therefore, provide their teams with optima

The work instructions are not only there to enrich the industrial documentation. They are truly a key element that allows the company to operate properly and improve their performance. The instructions are reference supports for each operation to be carried out so that it is carried out with quality

No company can aim to remain efficient and therefore competitive without giving itself the means to constantly improve. Faced with competition, constantly improving its production in terms of both quality and quantity is the key to staying afloat and not being overtaken. Different methods can be use

In any organization, some actors leave and others arrive. The former possess skills and knowledge that are extremely valuable to the company’s business, which is, therefore, working to preserve this capital by ensuring its transmission to newcomers. Skills and know-how: a heritage to be mainta

Joining the 4th Industrial Revolution requires that all stakeholders be involved in the digital transformation of the plant, the means of production and the organization. Thus, anchoring a digital culture is a crucial step towards industry 4.0. All operators and stakeholders must be aware of the cha

The preservation of the machine park, both in terms of the value of the equipment, its performance and safety, requires optimal maintenance. And for this to be ensured, knowledge of the levels of intervention is essential. The five maintenance levels have been defined by the French Standards Associa

Any non-compliance occurring during one of the production stages penalizes the company in several respects. Manufacturing errors and deviations from specifications waste time, money and energy. Moreover, if non-compliant products reach the customer, it is undeniable that the company’s image wi

The digitization of documentation is one of the pillars of the transition to industry 4.0. The latter is intended to be a connected industry where the various stakeholders use new technologies to perform their tasks well. Thus, IoT and augmented reality are appearing in the digital factory to improv

The evolution towards industry 4.0 is taking place at all levels, including maintenance. A crucial activity determines the availability and performance of means of production, maintenance is driven by technological innovations in digital technology. The technician responsible for carrying out these

When it first entered the industry, Lean, as it was practiced at the time, was very promising. The improvements it made in several areas of business allowed very interesting levels of productivity and quality to be achieved, but this model has lost some of its beauty over the years. Not that it has

Developed in Toyota factories, the 5S method was then applied well beyond the automotive industry, even to the point of being adopted by service companies. This shows the universality and effectiveness of this process. It even seems perfectly suited to accompany the evolution of the industry 4.0. Wh

Skills are vital resources for companies and are therefore one of their strategic priorities. It is in the interest of organizations to manage these assets in an optimal way by ensuring a process of monitoring the skills of their workers and technicians. The main benefits of such a policy for the co

Maintenance is vital for any activity in industry, because it is the key to maintaining the operational capabilities of equipment. It is also the one that maintains the life span of the means of production and therefore their heritage value. But it is not enough to wait for a failure to occur before

Lean and Six Sigma methods for industry are different in several respects, but they are not incompatible. When combined, these complementary approaches have many benefits for companies, particularly in terms of performance and customer satisfaction. As with any improvement initiative, its effectiven

Production equipment and techniques are constantly evolving, but technological advances integrated into the industry do not bring anything concrete if the personnel called upon to implement them do not themselves benefit from improvement programs. The operator remains at the centre of the activity o