Human labor and automation are not mutually exclusive–they can work together for optimal results. We’ve previously discussed the fluctuating state of the United States supply chain, and how the whiplash-inducing change in demand caught companies unprepared and in a state of chaos. These changes have forced companies to adjust their operations heavily toward E-commerce, which […]
Your workers get bonuses, and you get increased productivity and retention. Everyone wins! The labor market is tight, especially right now, which means it can be difficult to retain your existing operations staff, and recruit new teammates. If we break down the wants and needs of executives and workers, they have one thing in common […]
What is a cadence? A cadence, as it applies to an operation, is the frequency, format, and sequence that a manager meets with his/her team. Once the tools are in place to capture the data and produce the desired reports and dashboards, the next step is to develop a cadence that leverages the tools. An […]
We are experiencing an explosion of data being created from internet-connected devices. Wearable devices are starting to gain a foothold in the market, and they can provide new insights into how work is being performed in the warehouse, manufacturing plant, or out on the road. Although wearable data by itself can provide useful information, its […]
Most operations we talk to are being challenged to drive down their labor costs. This may seem like an overwhelming task, but with access to the right data all it takes is a little discipline and consistency. Easy Metrics was developed to solve this exact challenge when we ran the operations on a fixed bid […]
Pay for Performance (PFP) can be a powerful tool to reduce the unit cost of labor in a Distribution Center while also increasing the take home pay of the workforce. Although the vast majority of employees will focus on doing their job as effectively as possible, it is important to make sure that you are […]
A top priority for most General Managers is meeting their monthly budget. Since labor is usually the largest controllable expense for most operations, gaining visibility and control over these costs can be a crucial component in a person’s ability to succeed in that role. One approach to this challenge is to map out in detail […]
