08Jul 2021 by Jennifer Ayers
The Bench – July 15th

The Bench – July 15th

Benchmark Request
Join us for another open-forum exchange of best practices.  We’ll split into self-assigned groups with a focus on different topics (listed below).  You bring the questions and challenges; the group will offer advice and share lessons learned. Stick to one topic, or switch between them throughout the hour. Bring your co-workers…this is going to be FUN, engaging, and informative! July 15th Focus Topics: Leader Standard Work (bring a sample to share)Daily HuddlesEngaging leadership in supporting and sustaining lean principles Intended Audience: All NWHPEC members.  Please share internally with individuals connected to and interested in any of these topics.Date:          Thursday, July 15thTime:         10am – 11amLocation:    Zoom (webcam required)Cost:           Free (NWHPEC members only)Registration: via Zoom, contact jennifer@nwhpec.com for a registration link
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27May 2021 by Jennifer Ayers
The Bench – June 15th

The Bench – June 15th

Benchmark Request
A new and engaging benchmarking forum for NWHPEC members. To provide increased opportunities for our members to collaborate, share, and learn from each other we are launching a new benchmarking platform:  The Bench.  This will be an open-forum exchange of best practices among members.  We’ll split into self-assigned groups that focus on one of four topics (current topics listed below). If your group wants to dive even deeper and continue the conversation, we can start up a new Special Interest Group for that topic.  The goal is to create a monthly cadence for gathering at The Bench, addressing new topics each time we meet.  You bring the questions and challenges; the group will offer advice and share lessons learned.  Stick to one topic, or switch between them throughout the hour. Bring…
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03Jan 2020 by Jennifer Ayers
Benchmark Request – AGVs

Benchmark Request – AGVs

Benchmark Request
Smith Gardens would like to know if anyone is currently using autonomous vehicles in their operations.  We are currently experimenting with small robots that help us place/move potted plants in our facility.  We’d like to know more about your experiences using AGVs.  For example: Are you achieving the savings you expected?What are your current challenges?What would you do differently if you started over?What pitfalls should we look out for?Tell us more about the interaction with your computer systems and the AGV’s software. To respond to this benchmark request, please add a comment to this post or contact Tom Ingram directly at Thomas.Ingram@smithgardens.com.
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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 philip.taylor@oracle.com.
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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 Tasha.Williams@ATImetals.com. 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 Tray.Gibbs@biamp.com.    
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