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The article discusses the use of data in process automation analytics at plants and facilities. An overview on the process variables generated by analyzers and power measurement devices and automation system, is provided. Also highlighted is the development of asset models and hierarchies to address the lack of relationships in data points.

The article focuses on the development of sustainability reporting in major companies in the world. More that 60% of the 250 largest companies in the world have adopted sustainability reporting as a measurement for future performance. Furthermore, sustainability reporting is a crucial factor in financial reporting.

The article discusses the revolution of industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) in advanced companies. It highlights the effect of IIoT to improve operational efficiency process and enhance productivity. Also emphasized is the implementation of IIoT strategy in advanced electronic and wireless technology.

The article offers tips on how to reduce waste and improve productivity in the automotive collision repair industry in the U.S. According to several lean process experts, including Amjad Farah, Steve Feltovich and Doug Kirk, include the development of a standardized process, the need to be organized and the importance of providing information visually to employees. Also discussed is the role of a company's paint supplier in achieving the said goals.

The article offers suggestions on how to create an organizational culture of productivity and build a common language. It presents tracking strategies aimed to achieve productivity which include daily minimum production and dynamic production tracking. It shows tracking sheets depicting the production efficiency using the methods and recommendations used to estimate costs on non-productive activities.

The article discusses some strategies for maintaining the efficiency of industrial equipment and preventing fatal safety mishaps. It stresses that poorly managed equipment maintenance can have a damaging impact on an entire company, including lost production, increasing inventory carrying costs and potentially fatal accidents. A study conducted by the Aberdeen Group found that majority of respondents consider asset maintenance as important to their organizations' success.

The article focuses on the strategies adopted by the manufacturing industry to maintain the successful implementation of global 24/7 manufacturing activities. It notes that the key to success of a 24/7 operation include commitments to productivity, cost, investment budgets and total amount spent on the project. RollEase decided to use a three-dimensional product design tool to ensure consistency and eliminate delays and rework caused by using the wrong versions of designs.

The article discusses various guidelines and methodologies in the basic power quality to instrument measurement and performance characteristics. The crest factor of a waveform is an important parameter to realize the measurements of low-frequency signals in a given digital multimeter. The respective methodologies used to measure rms current generated by a power supply. However, every manufacturer includes specific cautions and warnings to foster safe use of its test instrument. INSET: The Basics of AC Current.

Discusses the use of lean accounting as a tool to improve decision making and production process in business in the U.S. History of the emergence of lean accounting approach; Effect of lean accounting on industrial productivity; Financial perspective of lean accounting approach. INSET: Everything Is A Process.

The article presents the author's insights on the three Es, educate, energize and efficiency, the need to follow by the automobile repair business to ensure productivity. Topics discussed include the importance of employee training to have a competitive advantage in the market, the use of incentivized payment plan to motive employees, and modernizing or improving customer experience.

The article focuses on the significance of carbon dioxide technology in the industrial companies in the U.S. It notes the productivity, worker safety, and profitability improvements of carbon dioxide technology in industrial companies. It examines the nature and components of carbon dioxide. Furthermore, it also states the benefits of carbon dioxide brings in the society.

The article provides strategies for developing an approved stock list, towards increasing the profitability and productivity of investments in stock inventory. It is important that companies make a commitment to have the product on their inventories available in reasonable quantities for immediate delivery to the customer. It is also important that companies use inventory management systems to properly management their stocks.

The article discusses the effectiveness of velocity slotting in reducing facility's operating footprint and in supporting more product sales. It indicates the velocity slotting organizes pick area collect in which all faster-moving items are brought together and closer to inbound and outbound point of the facility. It indicates that slotting can increase productivity significantly through reduced pick travel and material handling.

The article focuses on the move of cake accessories supplier DecoPac Inc. in installing several large industrial fans from Big Ass Fan Co. in order to create an efficient movement of air at the mezzanine level of its production areas in 2009 in the U.S. Employees of DecoPac has experienced discomfort when working in the mezzanine to absence of air movement, wherein it affected their morale and productivity. DecoPac vice president Kim Roy has ordered to install the fans to maintain productivity.

The article explores the health conditions of employees who are working hard in the U.S. Topics include the perceptions of several senior management on the employees to sustain certain type of efficiency throughout their shift and the growing costs of fatigue in health-related lost productivity. The statement of National Council for Occupational Safety and Health co-founder Jessica Martinez on the impact of fatigue on work-related injuries and dangerous workplace is also emphasized.

Provides information on the availability of Throughput Models for Carousels and Vertical Lift Modules, a computer-based tool to evaluate automation in the warehouse. Importance of the tool in warehouse management with the use of automated storage and retrieval systems; Automated systems being evaluated; Benefits of the systems in productivity and floor space requirements.

Explains that material handling industry plays an important role in helping companies and industries improve their productivity. Views about material handling that were discussed during the ProMat trade show in Chicago, Illinois; Samples of companies which have attested the role of material handling in improving their productitivity and profitability; Information on material handling technologies; Contention that material handling is all about optimizing time to produce and time to market.

The article offers the author's insight on the significance of rightful business management principles for U.S. manufacturing companies to drive their business to success amid the recession. He points out the management philosophy of some companies which have been able to improve the productivity of their operations in comparison to its competitors despite paying higher worker salaries. He comments that companies need to create true productivity through technological and process innovations.

The article offers tips on organizing an office of any size. According to the author, organization in the office promotes productivity, confidentiality, and efficiency. It is noted that information management goes beyond simply filing papers. Tips for reducing clutter include setting aside time weekly to organize information, cleaning one's desk at the end of every day, and sorting files according to importance.

The article analyzes the impact of performance measurement processes on the automobile collision repair industry. Many repair shop owners rave about how much better their businesses have been running since they began plotting performance measurements--a discipline that forces them to focus on what is really important to the success of their operations. But shop owners also are finding diminishing returns in measuring the same things year after year. Atomic Auto Body of Richland, Washington, is one shop that has been particularly innovative about what it measures--and has experienced significant performance improvements as a result. According to Mike Young, one of the most useful, yet seldom studied, measurements is the hours per day that a vehicle is worked on by a technician. INSET: Creative CSI trendspotting.

Focuses on the integrated manufacturing strategy of Crown Equipment Corp. Background on the company; Achievements of the company within the U.S. manufacturing sector; Factors that contribute to the improved business performance and productivity of the company.

Presents an interview with Buzz Jackson regarding the use of employee production evaluations in making management decisions in the construction company in Manassas, Virginia. Importance of the evaluation in the improvement of project profitability; Impact of production analysis on machine utilization; Differences between budgeted and actual performance.

The article focuses on the valuable management lessons from the successful journey of President-elect Barack Obama in the U.S. It focuses on Obama's disciplined methods to engage employees in reaching the company's goals of higher productivity and better profitability. Obama achieved his goal towards presidency by out-planning, out-organizing, out-financing and out-communicating his fellow presidential candidates.

The article provides information on the key performance indicators (KPI) that act as quantifiable measurements of the success of a warehouse operation. The author includes returns processed that are results of incorrect product being shipped, inventory movement and employee turnover. Meanwhile, he also considers inventory accuracy and profitability as important KPIs in warehouse operations.

The article focuses on the strategy of Vanguard Trailers to explore some new design elements to make trailers lighter and easier to build without compromising durability in the U.S. The director of engineering Mark Roush revealed that Vanguard used adhesives instead of rivets to construct the sidewalls of a 53-feet dry van prototype that allowed the company to speed up production time while lowering costs. The firm is also experimenting a new composite floor that would save 700 pounds.

The article presents information on exit interviews conducted for the outgoing employees of an organization. It is stated that exit interviews can deliver important inside information which can be helpful in improving the working conditions of the employees, thus boosting the productivity. Several tips have been offered such as conducting third-party interviews, asking the outgoing employees to fill out a questionnaire, and analyzing the complaints of the departing employees.

The article presents the author's views on how he manages his automobile shop to lead his staff to a common goal. He spreads the word around that their workshop is highly professional. He establishes inspections for every vehicle so that a complete analytical details of each customer's vehicle are available. He makes sure that all the tools are kept at the places where they should be and not messed around. He always tries to enhance productivity and create a professional atmosphere.

Discusses the application of Response Management computer software in manufacturing industries. Limitations to the performance capabilities of business organizations; Challenges of manufacturing; Impact of software solution on manufacturing operations.

Presents information on the decision of Hydro Aluminum North America to upgrade its Saint Augustine casthouse in Florida to prioritize energy efficiency, waste reduction, biodiversity and pollution control. Scope of the upgrade strategy; Effect of the upgrade on productivity and production processes in the facility; Cost of the upgrade.

Focuses on the impact of the rise of inflation rate on the business performance of various trucking companies in the U.S. Increase on the costs of repair and maintenance; Factors affecting the productivity of several firms; Level of competition.