Robin Lis
Robin Lis
Staying competitive as a manufacturer requires more than just hard work; it demands smart work.
Amid labor shortages, increased automation, complex machinery, and relentless pressure to improve efficiency, industrial companies are constantly searching for ways to improve productivity without compromising quality.
But now, we’re changing the game by integrating SwipeGuide's digital work instructions within L2L Dispatch. It’s time to empower your frontline workers to drive significant operational improvements.
The challenges are real
Manufacturers are grappling with several critical challenges:
- Skills gaps and knowledge loss: Experienced workers are retiring, taking vital knowledge with them. In fact, 84% of manufacturing leaders have seen this exodus hurt every area of their operations (LNS, 2024).
- Difficulty maintaining consistent quality: Increased product variety and customization lead to higher error rates.
- Pressure to increase efficiency and reduce costs: Global competition demands streamlined processes and reduced waste.
- Challenges in onboarding and training: High turnover requires rapid and effective training solutions.
- Safety concerns: Complex machinery and evolving processes demand robust safety protocols.
Traditional, paper-based work instructions and siloed digital systems are inefficient, prone to errors, and hinder productivity. Simply put, they can't keep up with production demands, and these legacy systems put excess strain on frontline workers.
The solution: Integrated digital work instructions
Imagine a world where your frontline workers have instant access to clear, visual, and standardized work instructions right within their L2L Dispatch screen.
That's the power of the SwipeGuide and L2L, together.
By providing step-by-step guidance, multimedia support, and real-time updates, we're transforming how work is done on the shop floor.
Key benefits that drive results
- Addressing the skills gap: Visual work instructions capture and preserve institutional knowledge, accelerating training and ensuring consistent performance. We've seen a potential 50% reduction in training time.
- Maintaining quality and meeting customization demands: Clear, standard instructions minimize errors, leading to a potential 67% reduction in product errors and a +39% increase in first-time right.
- Increasing efficiency and reducing costs: Standard procedures, streamlined workflows, and reduced rework translate to a potential +20% faster task completion and improved profitability.
- Streamlining onboarding and training: Rapid learning and reduced reliance on trainers lead to faster proficiency. Lower labor costs can mean -33% changeover time with support for 52+ languages.
- Improving safety: Clear safety protocols and hazard identification minimize accidents, creating a safer work environment.
For instance, Heineken's adoption of SwipeGuide's Digital Instructions has revolutionized the company's operational efficiency.
By providing frontline workers with instant access to digital standards and job aids, Heineken was able to:
- Achieve a 50% reduction in training and onboarding time
- Decrease in batch recalls by 67%
- Improve key Operational Performance Indicators (OPI), CLT Standards, and 5S due to better access to operational knowledge
Digital work instruction use cases
Our solution empowers frontline workers across various critical areas:
- Operations: Faster changeovers, consistent SOP execution, and optimized material handling.
- Onboarding: Quick new-hire training and onboarding and increased first-time-right leads to confident operators.
- Maintenance: Precise calibration, efficient machine downtime response, and standardized preventive maintenance.
- Compliance: Adherence to regulations and simplified audit preparation.
- Safety: Embedded safety procedures and accessible emergency protocols.
- Quality: Consistent product quality, in-process quality checks, and defect identification.
SwipeGuide + L2L = quantifiable results
We're not just promising improvements; we're delivering measurable results:
- +20% OEE
- +34% S5 improvement
- -33% Changeover time
- +11% OPI
Ready to transform your frontline?
Don't let outdated processes hold you back. Embrace the power of integrated digital work instructions and upgrade to unlock the full potential of your workforce.
Schedule a demo to learn how L2L and SwipeGuide can help you achieve operational excellence.
