Data-Driven Lean Manufacturing: Leveraging Analytics in the Industry 4.0 Era
[Data-Driven Lean Manufacturing: Leveraging Analytics in the Industry 4.0 Era] By Balamurugan and Syed Rahim, June 27, 2024 Introduction: In today's fast-paced manufacturing world, staying competitive means embracing innovation. The collision of lean manufacturing principles with data analytics in the age of Industry 4.0 is creating a revolution in how we approach production efficiency. This blog post explores the transformative impact of this fusion and its implications for the future of manufacturing. The Convergence of Lean and Data Lean manufacturing, a methodology focused on minimizing waste while maximizing productivity, has been a cornerstone of efficient production for decades [1]. However, the advent of Industry 4.0 and its emphasis on data-driven decision making is taking lean principles to new heights [2]. Key Data Sources in Modern Manufacturing: - IoT sensors on machinery - Quality control systems - Supply chain management software - Employee performance trackers - C...
