Although manufacturing waste is a trillion-dollar problem, it’s also a trillion-dollar opportunity. Solving it requires more than awareness; it demands action. Manufacturers need more than data. They need clarity, speed, and confidence in every decision. That’s where Minitab makes the difference.

Tiny variations in manufacturing procedures, or even environmental changes, can lead to major issues, driving up defect rates and cutting profits. 

In this example, we look at a food and beverage manufacturer facing a rise in packaging defects, especially whether these defects followed a seasonal cadence. They turned to the Minitab Solution Center to brainstorm potential causes and used Minitab Statistical Software and AI to uncover key insights. 

The importance of reducing defects spans industries—whether you work in automotive manufacturing, electronics production, pharmaceuticals, or operate within a large manufacturing space. Defects in production can be costly, leading to rework, delays, and inefficiencies that directly impact the bottom line. Read more…

We all know that quality is important. Assuring quality delivers an array of benefits – from utilizing less resources, promoting customer loyalty and brand satisfaction, and of course, overall savings when things get done right the first time.