Manufacturing KPI Tracking Key Metrics to Optimise Operations

1. Manufacturing KPI Tracking: Key Metrics to Optimise Operations Monitoring the appropriate Key Performance Indicators is critical to enhancing efficiency and lowering costs. It sustains quality production standards. The combined use of Manufacturing Analyticsand Industrial IoT allows for the analysis of real-time data. It has enabled manufacturers to optimise their operations. This blog discusses the key manufacturing KPIs that lead to enhanced decision-making. Why Manufacturing KPIs Matter KPIs give a measurable indicator of performance that enables manufacturers to gauge their production efficiency, resource usage, and general business health. Through tracking these metrics, companies can: ● Detect inefficiencies and bottlenecks ● Increase productivity and minimise downtime ● Enhance product quality and reduce defects ● Manage costs and maximise resource allocation ● Make informed strategic decisions Manufacturing KPIs to Monitor 1. Overall Equipment Effectiveness OEE is the benchmark for measuring manufacturing productivity. It measures three factors: Availability: Compares equipment availability against planned production time. Performance: Checks whether machines are operating at maximum speeds. Quality: Monitors the rate of defect-free products. OEE = Availability × Performance × Quality

2. 100% OEE indicates ideal manufacturing—machines are always available, operating at maximum capacity, and producing 100% defect-free products. But world-class manufacturers target an 85%+ OEE. 2. First Pass Yield and Scrap Rate FPY is the percentage of products produced correctly without rework. Low FPY reflects process inefficiencies, resulting in increased scrap rates and rework expenses. Formula: FPY (%) = (Good Units Produced / Total Units Produced) × 100 High FPY enhances overall cost-effectiveness and reduces wasted resources. 3. Cycle Time and Takt Time Cycle Time: Time taken to produce one unit. Lower cycle times reflect efficient production. Takt Time: The frequency at which a product must be produced to fulfil customer demand. If Cycle Time > Takt Time, demand cannot be met, and production is delayed. If Cycle Time < Takt Time, resources are underutilised 4. Downtime and Mean Time Between Failures Downtime: Cumulative duration machines are not running because of failures, maintenance, or setup changes. MTBF: Average time a machine runs before it fails. Reduction of unplanned downtime using predictive maintenance can greatly enhance overall efficiency. 5. On-Time Delivery Rate An important KPI to evaluate supply chain efficiency, OTD, is the rate of timely orders. Formula: OTD (%) = (Orders Delivered On Time / Total Orders) × 100 The higher the OTD percentage, the greater customer satisfaction and brand image. 6. Production Throughput and Capacity Utilization Production Throughput: The quantity of units produced over a specified period.

3. Capacity Utilization: The ratio of total available manufacturing capacity utilised. Optimising these measures aids in maximising production without overloading resources. Utilising Technology for KPI Monitoring Advanced MES solutions and AI analytics can automate KPI monitoring and deliver real-time dashboards for ongoing monitoring. Engineering process automation and IoT sensors can further optimise efficiency. Manufacturers can maximise efficiency and produce better-quality products. These products guarantee lasting business success. Are you interested in a custom MES solution for monitoring KPIs? Connect with Prescient Technologies to hear more about our factoryCONNECT solution!