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A proven process for process improvement.
SWAT Process Improvement Tactics™ is a new and different process improvement technique that moves performance metrics substantially, immediately and permanently. How? By scientifically identifying a significantly better combination of process settings relative to those currently in use. This is done through the use of 'mega sized’ statistically designed experimentation along with our exclusive process monitoring regimen. Our unique use of production and production volumes enables unprecedented process learning and unparalleled statistical discernment -- providing breakthroughs where more traditional methods simply have no chance to succeed.
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6 steps in the right direction.
1. Extracting the ideas.
SWAT begins by examining your overall situation, breaking things down into component procedures, and extracting process improvement ideas from your own internal experts. Ideas are then reviewed and chosen for inclusion based solely on their ability to be immediately implemented, as well as being zero cost to test and implement. As a rule, we seek quantity of ideas, not perceived quality.
2. Designing the experiment.
Next, an experiment is designed which is comprised of specific idea combinations. These combinations become the framework of a comprehensive plan to determine the best and fastest route to enhanced efficiency and productivity. And don't worry about down time or slowdowns during a SWAT effort. Our vast experience in conducting these kinds of experiments means they are performed without interruption or compromise to daily production obligations.
3. Conducting the experiment.
InSite takes exacting measurements of every facet of your operation with our comprehensive process monitoring regimen. As different combinations run on the floor, operators are fully supported to ensure accurate and repeatable results. Nothing is left to chance.
4. Performing the analysis.
Once all experimental runs are complete, we perform a number of proprietary statistical analyses. These are conducted on a host of key process and product performance metrics captured as part of the study. The result? We will have logged detailed performance information on literally millions of combinations of tested ideas.
5. Implementing the results.
Now comes the fun part. Our comprehensive set of analyses provides a "never seen before" picture of your process dynamics called a SWAT "Process Map." This clearly differentiates the best set of operating conditions from the millions studied, resulting in a new process operating prescription. Best of all, it's ready for immediate implementation at no cost.
6. After the effort.
Now that things are running smoother, faster, cheaper, better, we'll go one step further. As an added service, we provide a comprehensive final report and optional "Graphical Interaction Database" as resources to guide you toward future breakthroughs. |
