23May 2018 by Jennifer Ayers
Benchmark Request: Paper Travelers

Benchmark Request: Paper Travelers

Benchmark Request
At Columbia Machine, we are looking for a better solution for paper travelers on parts routed outside.  Our process currently includes recording/barcoding specific information for operations that is printed onto white 8.5” x 11” paper, stapled to prints,  tucked into a plastic zip lock bag with a grommet on it, and attached to the weldment or frame or part with a tie twist lock.  As you can guess,  weather, in the form of sun, wind and rain can play havoc with packets rendering them virtually impossible to read or even stay on the frame work in the yard.  Does anyone have an improved solution for paperwork traveling with parts outside to not only stay with the parts but to stay legible and intact? To respond to this benchmark request, please…
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21Feb 2018 by Jennifer Ayers
Benchmarking Request: Hoshin Kanri

Benchmarking Request: Hoshin Kanri

Benchmark Request
Oracle is advancing its CI program beyond the “tools” and is taking the next progressive step toward strategic CI planning. Hoshin Kanri is the first planning tool that comes to mind, and Oracle is curious if any member companies use CI strategic planning like Hoshin for their CI program or even the business planning. If so, are you willing to field questions (via phone call) from the CI team on your steps taken and lessons learned? To respond to this benchmark request, please add a comment to this post on the website or contact Philip Taylor at [email protected].
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05Jan 2018 by Julie Simmons
Benchmark Request: Incentivizing Employees

Benchmark Request: Incentivizing Employees

Benchmark Request
NWHPEC members, ATI is interested in hearing about any successes you have had in incentivizing employees: ATI is exploring way to incentivize employees and would like your feedback on what is working and what has not worked.  Any tips or learnings that you can share would be appreciated. To respond to this benchmark request, please add a comment to this post or email Tasha Williams at [email protected]. Thank you!  
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02Nov 2017 by Julie Simmons
Benchmark Request: Dojo (Training) Spaces

Benchmark Request: Dojo (Training) Spaces

Benchmark Request
Biamp System's is currently trying to develop a Dojo or training space that represents our production lines.  This training space would be used for onboarding and cross training.  Has any within the NWHPEC community developed one before?   If so, are you willing to open your doors to a group of us to see what the space looks like?  To respond to this benchmark request, please add a comment to this post on the website or contact Tray Gibbs at [email protected].    
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01Nov 2017 by Julie Simmons
Benchmark Request: Skin or Bubble Packing Technology

Benchmark Request: Skin or Bubble Packing Technology

Benchmark Request
A-dec is looking to improve the aesthetics and visibility of the kitted parts we ship to customers. We are interested in skin packing or bubble packing technology.   Questions:  What has your experience with this technology been?  How would you rate your experience using it?  Are there other options you would recommend?  If you are using this technology, would you be willing to allow us to come and see your process?   Any information and insight you are willing to share is appreciated.  Please add your response to this post on the NWHPEC website or contact Tawnya Stock at [email protected].  
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31Oct 2017 by Julie Simmons
Benchmark Request: Work Instruction Software

Benchmark Request: Work Instruction Software

Benchmark Request
PECO/Astronics is searching for options for software that can be used for creating and managing work instructions (besides Microsoft office). The key things that we are interested in are: User friendly for those that are creating documents GUI that is simple and intuitive Collects data (times, temps, QC signoffs, barcode scans, etc…) We are looking for feedback from those who have used a software package they are happy with its product and outcome. To respond to this benchmark request, please add a comment to this post or contact Mark Dvorak at [email protected].
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