Poka Yoke systems are essential in manufacturing businesses where the high production volume means it isn’t feasible to completely control everything 100% of the time. Having somewhat automated mistake-proofing systems in place helps ensure defects won’t go unnoticed and can be fixed to avoid product recalls.

5S methodology started in Japan as a way for Toyota to organize its factory operations, and now it’s widely used by all types of manufacturing businesses. Each step is designed to be followed in sequence and the sequence is designed to be repeatedly whenever work begins.

Understand the requirements of ISO 9001 so that you can improve the quality of your processes and products. Obtaining your ISO certification benefits your business in several ways

Let this video walk you through the reason for and process behind incoming goods inspections. Inspecting incoming goods is a necessary part of quality assurance in any business

Regular safety inspections are critical to make sure you’re fulfilling all your health and safety obligations and that your workers are protected while doing their jobs. Learn how to design, perform, and benefit from these inspections

Making processes cost-efficient allows you to optimize them while spending fewer resources. Cost-efficient improvements can be applied to business processes or to final products, and are worth pursuing for their long-term potential