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OEE vs ToC - Bottlenecks vs Efficiency

October 17, 2025 20 min read

Manufacturing Operations Process Improvement

We often fall into the trap of optimizing local efficiency metrics without considering their wider impact. In manufacturing, this typically manifests as focusing heavily on Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) without understanding the Theory of Constraints (ToC). This article explores how a balanced perspective can lead to more effective operational improvements.

Productivity through Respect

February 27, 2025 15 min read

Leadership Culture Workforce Management

A three-year case study on how respecting employees' scheduling needs and eliminating punitive attendance systems dramatically improved productivity and reduced turnover from 25% to just 2%.