7 Ways Mobile Devices Improve Task Management in Manufacturing
Lean manufacturing principles dictate that smart factories rely on a digital core of data. At many manufacturing companies, however, production workers and managers still use paper for work orders, checklists and the like. Those paper-based systems add steps to the data recording process, diminishing operational efficiency. Going paperless is increasingly seen as a crucial step in implementing the move to a smart factory, because purely digital tracking simplifies task management across the board. When properly implemented, paperless communications utilize digital data gathering and processing in every aspect of the ERP, including human resources, CRM and inventory management solutions. Here are seven process improvements manufacturers can make with paperless solutions. ERP, IT STRATEGY, GALAXY TAB ACTIVE, PRODUCTION OPTIMIZATION, LEAN MANUFACTURING SHARE THIS: FACEBOOK TWITTER LINKEDIN SPICEWORKS EMAIL Lean manufacturing principles dictate that smart factories rely on a digital core of data. At many manufacturing companies, however, production workers and managers still use paper for work orders, checklists and the like. Those paper-based systems add steps to the data recording process, diminishing operational efficiency. Going paperless is increasingly seen as a crucial step in implementing the move to a smart factory, because purely digital tracking simplifies task management across the board. When properly implemented, paperless communications utilize digital data gathering and processing in every aspect of the ERP, including human resources, CRM and inventory management solutions. Here are seven process improvements manufacturers can make with paperless solutions. 1. Access Accurate Inventory Data 2. Locate Production Supplies 3. Decrease Production Downtime 4. Access Outstanding Work Orders Onscreen 5. Track Production Workflows Without Paper 6. Sign Off on Purchase Orders 7. Attend to Human Resource Functions Going paperless is a necessary first step on the road to a smart factory. A paperless solution facilitated by mobile devices simplifies task management on various fronts in manufacturing. Of equal importance, it acts as the necessary conduit for the digital core — gathering and processing data and acting on those results to drive large segments of the production process autonomously. Learn more about using mobile technology to modernize your factory in this infographic!
7 Ways Mobile Devices Improve Task Management in Manufacturing
- 1. 7 Ways Mobile Devices Improve Task Management in Manufacturing
- 2. The Smart Factory Runs on Digital Data Paperless task management eliminates workflow inefficiencies in the smart factory. Sort by: Work Order 309 Work Orders for My Team
- 3. Access Accurate Inventory Data Scan deliveries of raw material to update inventory counts across multiple production facilities in real time. 1 #90012
- 4. Locate Production Supplies Scan product log files and retrieve relevant geolocation parameters from GPS time stamps. #90013 PIPES Filed number: Name: Geolocation: SECTOR 5, SHELF 4 GPS time stamp: Delivered 00:09:00 ET 2
- 5. Mobile Devices Are the Foundation of the Smart Factory Click Here! Read on formore ways that mobile devices can usherin a paperless digital revolution. Read the related white paper
- 6. Decrease Production Downtime Use augmented realityto layer machine diagrams overphotos of failed parts and detect discrepancies. 3
- 7. Access Outstanding Work Orders Onscreen Retrieve dailywork orders through on-floormobile devices, even while wearing gloves. View workflows fordifferent orders with latest updates. 4 WORKORDER #90103 Maintenance Request WORKORDER #90105 Daily Service WORKORDER #90107 Service Request
- 8. Track Production Workflows Without Paper Digitally sign off on assigned tasks to keep production processes moving smoothly. WORKORDER #90103 Maintenance Request Signature 5
- 9. Sign Off on Purchase Orders Text plant managers to approve purchase orders. Managers can use the S Pen on the Tab Active 2 to digitally sign paperwork. ORDER No: 60302 6
- 10. Attend to Human Resource Functions Access HR software through mobile devices. Request time off, update PTO and check off other administrative tasks. TIME OFF REQUEST APPROVED 7
- 11. The Samsung Tab Active2 improves efficiency on the factory floor. Learn more: samsung.com/tabactive2 ©2019 Samsung Electronics America, Inc. Samsung is a registered mark of Samsung Electronics Corp., Ltd. All brand, product, service names and logos are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective manufacturers and companies.