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03/03/2022

Is instructional design needed in an industrial environment?

Absolutely.

Can it positively impact training and productivity on the shop floor?

You bet.

Instructional design is the process of methodically designing, creating, and sharing instructional materials in such a way that they are user-friendly and easy to internalize. Good instructional design is crucial especially when it comes to processes with strict safety measures or machinery that’s...

22/02/2022

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) have many benefits. They drive productivity and prevent errors on the shop floor. They are critical to document key safety measures. They facilitate knowledge transfer and make training new team members a lot easier. But for SOPs to work, they need to be clear and easy to follow. In this article, we will share SOP writing guidelines and best practices.


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17/02/2022

How Digital Work Instructions Can Help you Implement Kaizen.

Kaizen, Japanese for “change for the better.” A process improvement philosophy forms the backbone of all lean manufacturing methodologies.

15/02/2022

Total Productive Maintenance, Just-in-Time (JIT) Production, Kaizen and Six Sigma are some of the approaches associated with lean. Despite being slightly different, they share a common foundation: the 5S in lean manufacturing. In this article, we unpack the 5S and explore how standardized work instructions can help you implement them.

In this article, we unpack the 5S and explore how standardized work instructions can help you implement them.

10/02/2022

Lean manufacturing is a process improvement methodology that focuses on minimizing waste and maximizing productivity. As the term implies, it’s about trimming the excess steps in a process that don’t deliver customer value. Standardized work sits at the heart of lean manufacturing practices. Let’s explore some powerful examples.

Successful Lean Manufacturing practices depend on Standardized Work. Check this article to see what effect standard work instructions can have on your lean factory!

08/02/2022

Let’s explore the top 5 reasons to prioritize Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs): consistency, productivity, safety, knowledge transfer, and training.

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04/02/2022

Companies have to battle complexity every day. In manufacturing, for example, things often go wrong: a customer places a last-minute order, a machine breaks, a crucial ingredient is not available. To make sure you run a smooth operation amidst the chaos, you need clear procedures your employees can follow. That’s where standard operating procedures come in.

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26/01/2022

We've been recognized as a Star Supplier by Heineken's Connected Brewery program! Thank you Connected Brewery Team for the appreciation - we appreciate you back 👊🏽

"The award was decided by the Connected Brewery portfolio, and exists to give recognition to the positive influence/good working relationship which contributed to our strategy"

We're extra proud of our amazing Customer Success team ⭐

25/01/2022

Last year, 47% of workers in the manufacturing sector have either recently changed jobs or are planning to do so soon.
Why is it that manufacturing companies have been struggling to keep their best talent in recent years?

Boosting employee engagement and motivation by involving them in process improvements and training not only helps in retaining valued employees. On top of that, it increases an organisation's product quality, performance, and employer brand. That’s why all companies should strive to motivate their...

20/01/2022

Companies rely on their team members to build resilience in an unpredictable market. In order to attract and retain frontline talent, companies need to appreciate their expertise more.

Companies rely on their team members in order to build resilience in an unpredictable market. In order to attract and retain frontline talent, companies need to appreciate their expertise more. In short: by listening to frontline teams and their initiatives, companies have a higher chance of keeping...

17/01/2022

We are very proud to announce that our amazing Willemijn Schneyder is featured on the SHE LEADS Dashboard. 💥The very first edition of the SHE LEADS Dashboard highlights 50 outstanding female and leaders in the Netherlands who are a force to be reckoned with. These women lead in the fields of Serial Entrepreneurship, Scaling Up, Social Impact, Digital Transformation and Science.

13/01/2022

January represents a fresh start and a new energy to accomplish your goals as an organisation for the year to come. The question is, how do you make sure everyone in your team stays motivated after a training or meeting?

Motivation Januari at SwipeGuide! Use these Kaizen inspired quotes for a physical manifestation of motivation in your workplace for you and your team.