Epicflow Blog

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

How can manufacturers ensure the successful delivery of their complex projects under conditions of increasing uncertainty and a lack of required human resources? Read the article to gain insight into the specifics of manufacturing project management and learn useful recommendations on the effective orchestration of projects in the industry.

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ProjectManager.com

JANUARY 3, 2023

High-fidelity user prototypes test usability, live data prototypes test behavior with data, low-fidelity user prototypes test the value proposition and feasibility prototypes test technical limitations. Once you’ve done the due diligence and have shown that the product is viable, you’ll want to build a physical product prototype.

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Epicflow Blog

APRIL 22, 2020

As the manufacturing industry is one of the biggest and most important ones in every country, it should comply with the world standard and meet the customers’ requirements. Thus, every manufacturing field should comply with these rules, otherwise, they will lose the demand. Read more: Project Management Trends in Manufacturing.

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Epicflow Blog

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Technology Trends in Construction: 2024 Outlook Like any other industry, the construction domain has been increasingly digitalized in recent years – companies are leveraging software, sensors, drones, and other technologies that revolutionize the construction processes and are sure to transform the future of construction.

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ProjectManager.com

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

The time value of money is about the potential rate of return on the investment as well as the reduced purchasing power over time due to inflation. It looks at company processes, such as product manufacturing, to figure out which stages of the process are best for investing. Conducting a feasibility study is a good idea.

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Wrike

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

In the fast-paced and demanding world of manufacturing, efficient project management plays a crucial role in achieving success. The ability to streamline processes, optimize resources, and meet tight deadlines is essential for manufacturers looking to gain a competitive edge.

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ProjectManager.com

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Whether you’re a big or small business and no matter what product you manufacture or service you provide, you’re always looking to deliver the highest quality and greatest value for your customers. Company resources, such as staffing, materials, equipment and technology, are all part of the optimization process of operations management.

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Project Pulse Journal

APRIL 15, 2024

The Kanban Board originates from Toyota's manufacturing system in the late 1940s, where it is a part of the Lean Manufacturing principles by Taiichi Ohno. Feedback Loops – Incorporate regular meetings to review and adapt your workflow based on feedback. Agile methodologies offer a path to mastering these challenges.

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Scrum.org

MARCH 16, 2024

Like the manufacturer of the JAS 39E Saab Gripen fighter, a handful of players are relying on Scrum to radically improve their economic competitiveness. That's more than 5,000 a year, while a traditional manufacturer makes at best two to four a year. However, not all is lost. Sovereignty over the value chain is a competitive advantage.

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Epicflow Blog

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

And in this publication, we discuss the role of industry, product, and technical knowledge in the work of a project manager. . According to PMI’s Job Growth and Talent Gap in Project Management 2017-2027 , throughout these years, the biggest number of vacancies in PM will be suggested by the manufacturing and construction sector. .

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ProjectManager.com

AUGUST 31, 2022

Operational efficiency is another way to look at work when you’re delivering a service or product, particularly popular in manufacturing. Let’s start with the definition and explore how to improve operational efficiency in addition to ways that using project management software can help manufacturers. What Is Operational Efficiency?

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Scrum.org

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Consequently, the delivery of the trains is delayed for a few years due to the fact that the designs that were delivered are for the wrong size of trains. In 2020, train manufacturer CAF secured the contract to build the stock. Requirements change—technology changes. The reality is that sometimes requirements are wrong.

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Wrike

AUGUST 28, 2023

Kanban is a visual workflow management system that has gained remarkable popularity in the manufacturing industry for its ability to boost efficiency and productivity. Understanding the Basics of Kanban A lean manufacturing technique, Kanban originated from the Toyota Production System and is based on the idea of just-in-time production.

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LiquidPlanner

DECEMBER 7, 2022

This article offers several solutions to this challenge, providing prioritization, process and people tips and how technology can be leveraged. And traditional processes like annual or quarterly performance reviews fall far short of the need for frequent (read daily) coaching and guidance so that your team can perform at its best. .

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Wrike

AUGUST 28, 2023

Lean Manufacturing is a methodology that aims to streamline business operations and eliminate waste in order to achieve maximum efficiency and productivity. In this article, we will dive deep into the principles, benefits, and challenges of implementing Lean Manufacturing.

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ProjectManager.com

AUGUST 11, 2022

It’s a way to look at your project, whether it’s project management, construction or manufacturing, and figure out how to execute it for the best value. Also called value analysis, it reviews new or existing products during the design phase of a project and determines how certain substitutions can reduce costs while increasing product value.

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ProjectManager.com

MARCH 21, 2024

Manufacturing is an ongoing process. Then we’ll explore the various types of maintenance planning strategies and how to create a maintenance plan, which can serve both manufacturers and construction professionals. Let’s take a moment to review four of the most common maintenance planning strategies. What Is Maintenance Planning?

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ProjectManager.com

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Is your smartphone really that intelligent or is it just an example of advanced technology? Not that there’s anything wrong with being technologically advanced. Smart manufacturing is the same thing; it’s a way to produce better with emerging technologies. What Is Smart Manufacturing?

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ProjectManager.com

DECEMBER 12, 2023

5 Capterra review: 4.1/5 Capterra review: 4.7 Capterra review: 4.3 Capterra review: 4.6 Capterra review: 4.4 Capterra review: 4.5 This Procore alternative is used by architects, builders, engineers, designers, manufacturers, 3D artists and production teams.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JUNE 2, 2023

Personally, I think employers value work experience over a degree, so a degree in project management, while it will show that you have the technical and soft skills, will not ensure you a job. That’s due to: an increase in the number of jobs requiring project management-oriented skills (i.e. That’s about 2.3 million new jobs a year.

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Wrike

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

The company manufactures the metal parts in bike racks, medical devices, HVAC systems, orthodontics — and just about everything in between. “If Then it added required reviews and approvals at key steps, so management could regularly monitor each submission’s progress. As Mike put it, “We make everything.”

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LiquidPlanner

SEPTEMBER 19, 2016

When you work on a manufacturing project , you face some unique challenges, often with a lot at stake. Here, we’re going to look at some of the challenges specific to project teams working in the manufacturing industry—and how to solve these problems using project management practices and a dynamic tool. Inflexible processes.

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The IIL Blog

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Most of the project managers were engineers with advanced degrees in a technical discipline. The two criteria most often considered at that time when selecting someone to be a project manager were a command of technology and writing skills. Most of the projects were measured in weeks or months rather than years.

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ProjectManager.com

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Companies always need to review and revise their operational strategy to stay competitive and on track to meet their company-wide goals. Every step that leads to manufacturing and what happens after the product is manufactured is detailed. Review and Revise. What Is Operational Strategy? Cost-Driven Strategies.

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Wrike

APRIL 15, 2023

Project management software has become a crucial part of the enterprise manufacturing environment. Let’s take a closer look at how enterprise manufacturing professionals can use project management software to succeed. Another important aspect of project management in manufacturing is that it helps professionals stay within budget.

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The IIL Blog

MARCH 20, 2024

” – Stuart Russell, AI expert (2019) “…a large portion of the population becomes unemployable due to AI automation, leading to significant social and economic unrest. You might see this play out in the manufacturing, warehousing, and administrative sectors. There will also be a shift in the type of technical skills needed.

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ProjectManager.com

MAY 3, 2022

Industrial processes are used in heavy manufacturing industries during large-scale projects. Having robust and efficient industrial processes is instrumental in a modern manufacturing business. They involve chemical, physical, electrical and mechanical steps that help in the manufacturing process. Job Shop Manufacturing.

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Wrike

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023

In the age of rapid technological advancements and digital transformations, the role of a process manufacturing engineer has become increasingly vital in driving innovation and efficiency in Industry 4.0. This revolution has witnessed the convergence of physical systems and digital technologies, revolutionizing how industries operate.

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ProjectManager.com

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

85% is a world-class distinction for discrete manufacturers. 60% is a typical grade for discrete manufacturers. 40% is usually when manufacturers are not using TPM. That is, whatever manufactured pieces are not up to the quality standards which you set. It works by percentage: 100% is perfect. Aim for this!

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The Strategic Project Manager

MARCH 11, 2024

Let’s Build a Generic Strategy Canvas Let’s consider a fictional company, XYZ Electronics, which manufactures and sells smartphones. Features: XYZ Electronics includes innovative features in their smartphones, such as advanced camera technology and long-lasting battery life. Value: High. Value: High. Value: High.

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The Strategic Project Manager

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

Gap analysis involves performing due diligence to evaluate gaps, constructing a vivid picture of a better state, identifying what changes can be made to reach that state, and then executing those changes. This would include a detailed review of numerous key attributes.

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Rebel’s Guide to PM

JULY 12, 2021

That’s due to: an increase in the number of jobs requiring project management-oriented skills (i.e. most knowledge work jobs as well as industries where PM has traditionally been important) higher demand due to economic growth retirement rates. PMI reports an expected global need for 25 million new project professionals by 2030.

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Inloox

OCTOBER 18, 2022

This high-tech factory now produces batteries for the car manufacturer. For example, the opening date was delayed by several months due to defective fire doors. Due to strong interdependencies, it was not possible to open individual parts of the BER airport while others were still under construction.

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ProjectManager.com

MARCH 15, 2023

They need to understand construction design, such as in engineering or architecture, and require degrees in mathematics, preferably with a history in construction or manufacturing because they have to check the scope of work to ensure it’s accurate before they begin.

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MPUG

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

From Military Manufacturing to the World of Jira My introduction to Jira wasn’t conventional. I ventured from a military manufacturing background into the tech industry, initially in a support capacity. The universe had different plans for me; the world of product management beckoned, and I was thrust into it.

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Leading Agile

APRIL 21, 2021

We will now look at the forthcoming threat to existing car manufacturers due to this shift in perspective. Strangely, some car manufacturers continue to try to solicit $160 a year to receive map updates , which seems like an antiquated strategy compared to free up-to-the-minute maps coming from Apple or Google.

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Technical Review Transportation Manufacturing Software Review 118

ProjectManager.com

JANUARY 19, 2022

Workflow diagrams were introduced in the manufacturing industry in the late 1880s to help with production process improvement. For example, activities could be ordering, billing, financial services or manufacturing. Keep in mind who will use the workflow diagram, technical or non-technical, as that will also inform the diagram used.

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