Have you ever spent hours wrestling with a flat-pack and instructions that seem written in hieroglyphics? We’ve all been there. But have you ever considered the challenges of crafting clear assembly instructions? It’s more than just listing steps; it’s about anticipating every potential user’s questions and creating a smooth, frustration-free experience. As a manufacturing engineer, […]
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Root Cause Analysis: A Lesson in Assumptions ️
Have you ever rushed through a Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and think you found the root cause, only to have it proven false? I have. It’s not a good feeling. But good things can come from it: lessons learned. In a past RCA, I learned a valuable lesson about assumptions. A customer flagged a product […]
Ditch the Hunches: Data Analysis Wins the Process Improvement Race
I was once told that determining KPIs and collecting data to establish a base line takes too long and to just make certain changes and then determine if the change worked. We’ve all been there – relying on intuition for process changes. But in today’s data-driven world, gut feelings often fall short. Panic then sets […]
Building Better: Top Quality Engineering Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)
In engineering, even small mistakes can have big consequences. Here are some common quality pitfalls I’ve seen, along with tips to ensure your projects are built to last: