Cutting-edge technologies are leveraged on all projects throughout the lifecycle.
Taxonomy Category: Manufacturing Consulting
Your operation is planned, designed and implemented with the business in mind.
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When manufacturing operations look to optimize their workforce, improve productivity, reduce time to market, increase efficiency or maximize inventory, turning strategy into action can be overwhelming. Success depends on translating big-picture objectives into practical, measurable improvements on the shop floor. “Manufacturing consultants are brought in to identify the root cause of any production challenges and … Read more
Shannon Browning, Technical Lead with Haskell’s System Analytics team, has earned both Senior Membership status and the Volunteer Service Award at the Institute for Operations Research and Management Science (INFORMS), a network of data and research scientists and professionals devoted to the mission of making and promoting “Smarter Decisions for a Better World.” Senior Members … Read more
Haskell’s System Analytics team applies data-driven techniques to enhance project outcomes at any stage of the lifecycle. The most visible examples are the showcase simulation and emulation models the team produces. This article delves deeper into what simulations and emulations are, what makes them useful and how clients can engage Haskell to support their simulation … Read more
An ice storm scuttled Ben Meurer’s plans for face-to-face interviews at Haskell’s Jacksonville, Florida headquarters two years ago. But in these post-COVID times, the parties made do; the meetings proceeded — not exactly face-to-face, but close enough thanks to technology. Haskell leaders were intrigued by the possibilities Meurer presented. And Meuer readied himself for a … Read more
Managing multiple diverse stakeholders has long been one of the most significant challenges facing project managers who lead large and complex capital engineering and construction projects. In the Life Sciences industry, a substantial portion of innovation and discovery occurs in the academic sector, where new ideas are incubated, tested, refined and proven. The most promising … Read more
Packaging requires a wide array of machinery and systems, usually made by different original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to produce goods successfully and efficiently. Most OEMs supply only their piece of the puzzle, so engaging a partner to implement reliable packaging and material handling automation solutions is critical to making your line function seamlessly. Incorporating additional … Read more
Success can come with its own pitfalls. For food processors adapting to meet increasing demand, optimizing existing equipment, and possibly adding new pieces can create unique challenges. In such cases, performance management often requires a similarly unique approach. Facing the need to increase throughput on its lines producing various pasta and barbecue sauces, Summer Garden … Read more
Simulation provides companies with unparalleled insight into operations and a unique competitive advantage in the marketplace. Using models allows for replication, investigation and verification of concepts and system scenarios under real-world plant-floor conditions, saving time and money. On paper, the design looks perfect. The calculations are precise. Overall efficiency is achieved. The team of engineers, … Read more
Bridging the gap between the strategic and the tactical is a common challenge as manufacturing operations seek transformative change in their business and production processes. Perhaps it’s to improve organizational and workforce effectiveness. Maybe it’s to improve productivity, time-to-market, efficiency, inventory handling or optimization of floor space. Whatever the motivation, the process of creating successful … Read more
