Manufacturers are increasingly moving away from physical cards in favor of electronic Kanban (eKanban) systems. Ultriva, a ...

In manufacturing environments focused on lean performance and sustainability, small variables often drive outsized ...

Upland Ultriva Digitizes the Shop Floor with Lean Manufacturing Software Austin, United States - March 22, 2026 / ...

QUESTION: Our company has grown as a job shop, and we primarily do metal fabrication work for a myriad of companies here in North Texas. We are starting to manufacture items that straddle the fence ...

You’re probably familiar with the principles of lean manufacturing. Stripped to its roots, lean focuses on decreasing waste, increasing value to the customer and a process of continuous improvement.

With the right approach to continuous improvement, printing companies can thrive if they’re willing to make the investment. To be successful, a company must recognize that processes are the central ...

The Japanese word Muda loosely translates as waste. The core element of lean manufacturing is to eliminate waste–or, in more North American terms, to “cut the fat.” While applying lean concepts to ...

Lean manufacturing isn't just a trendy concept; it's a strategic framework designed to streamline processes, slash costs and boost productivity. By minimizing waste and focusing on value-added ...

You might have heard about lean manufacturing techniques and how they’ve helped companies such as Toyota streamline their processes, reduce waste, minimize costs and increase productivity. But if ...