Order time represents a fundamental performance indicator in production control. Systematic recording and analysis of time components enables quantitative optimization of manufacturing processes.
Time Recording Methodology
The structured implementation of a time recording system is based on defined metrics:
- Order initiation and processing start
- Setup and preparation times
- Effective processing duration
- Auxiliary times and interruptions
- Order completion and post-processing time
Time Component Analysis
Systematic differentiation of process time elements:
- Value-adding processing time
- Non-value-adding process times
- System-related waiting periods
- Disruption-based interruptions
- Logistics-related transport times
Performance Evaluation
Implementation of quantitative performance metrics:
- Cycle time analysis per manufacturing step
- Takt time compliance monitoring
- Lead time tracking for total throughput
- Setup time performance evaluation
- Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) measurement
Optimization Methodology
Structured improvement processes through:
- SMED methodology for setup time optimization
- Standard work time definition
- Process flow synchronization
- Bottleneck analysis and elimination
- Systematic loss source analysis
Time Data Management
Integration of systematic data collection:
- Automated time stamping
- Real-time process monitoring
- Historical trend analyses
- Forecast models for planned times
- Deviation analysis and reporting