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by Diane Himes, MA Editorial Staff Posted on Thursday, June 19, 2008 12:49:22 PM   | Abstract: | Successful implementation of CDC Factory software earns private-label manufacturer a spot on Managing Automation's list of 50 Progressive Manufacturers. |
Private-label manufacturer Bay Valley Foods was recently named to Managing Automation's annual Progressive Manufacturing 50 list in recognition of its mastery of operational excellence. Following its implementation of CDC Software's CDC Factory manufacturing operations management system, the company reported a 3% to 4% increase in factory efficiency so far, and expects to achieve a 5% to 10% improvement in efficiency across its plant network within a year. The improvements are projected to translate into $2.5 million in savings.
Companies nominated for a Progressive Manufacturing Award in operational excellence have mastered the ideas of continuous improvement as advocated in such disciplines as Six Sigma and lean manufacturing. They have achieved measurable excellence in internal operations as well as across processes that involve customers, partners, and suppliers.
"The success at Bay Valley Foods is a great example of the improvements that can be achieved in the areas of plant floor processes, understanding downtime issues and equipment failures, and reducing overtime through the use of CDC Factory," said Mark Sutcliffe, general manager for CDC Software's CDC Factory. "Bay Valley Foods greatly deserves this award for everything they have achieved." [Click to continue] |