Lean Execution™ With JDEdwards EnterpriseOne

Fast Cost Reduction
Now that we have defined how proper implementation of JDE Manufacturing can create “paperless shop floor environments,” the next question to be answered is “What benefits will my company realize?”

Increased Levels of On-Time and Complete Shipments
JDEdwards provides the workflow, visibility and event notification required to ensure that manufacturing is meeting customer demand. Additionally, these systems reduce non value-added activity, increase data accuracy and provide the other ERP systems with the real-time data needed to maximize processing, planning and scheduling activities. This results in the ability to increase levels of on-time and complete shipments.
As stated earlier Lean Execution™ requires putting information in the hands of those who actually handle the inventory or produce the products. This is sometimes the biggest stumbling block in entire process because managers and supervisors don’t readily believe that the production and manufacturing workers can be trained to input the correct data. However, once this hurdle is overcome the solution creates a paperless environment by giving operators instant access to work instructions and CAD drawings, so they always have the up to date information required to build products that meet the customers’ demanding specifications.
More importantly, having information about events as they occur allows decision makers to easily identify or prevent potential problems and bottlenecks. For example, the planners may already be well aware of the problems created by shortages of key manufacturing materials that may halt production, shipments arriving late or incomplete, and backorders; however, with a few properly implemented steps the material pickers, the purchasing agent and the receiving department can also be updated as to the status of critical parts. Additionally, the lack of visibility into machines operating outside control limits or processes not meeting appropriate yields can ultimately delay customer shipments. With JDE Workflow, real-time notification of events and exceptions—often before they occur—allows the appropriate parties to take proactive steps to manage them. This will likely save the cost of expediting shipments that were unexpectedly completed late. Ultimately, the ability to keep costs in check, production and shipments on schedule, and customers happy increases bottom line profitability.
By streamlining data acquisition and execution for operators on the factory floor, it is possible to create efficient processes that consist only of the value-added activities. The result is a lean and efficient environment. Additional investment can be made into mobile data terminals for material handlers or strategically placed WIP stations or terminals on the factory floor, workers can then be directed to perform tasks and collect information in real time using either third party tools or standard user interfaces. In addition, new employee training time is significantly reduced, while workflow notification and electronic communication provides cross training opportunities within the existing workforce. Lean Execution™ solutions empower JDEdwards EnterpriseOne users to easily implement and manage truly paperless manufacturing processes.