Strategic Sourcing Pulse

Introduction: Just like the human body, BOM is at the core of the factory Our bodies are made up of numerous organs and systems that work together to function as a perfect system. In a similar way, a factory is comprised of multiple departments that work in unison to efficiently produce products. At the heart of it all is the Bill of Materials (BOM), which serves as the blueprint for all factory operations. BOM plays a role similar to the DNA in the human body, providing the roadmap for every component and process to run smoothly. In this blog, we'll explore the comparison between the human body and a production plant, highlighting the importance of BOM and ways to improve operational efficiency. 1. Comparing the Human Body and a Factory: The Need for Seamless Collaboration Each organ in our body plays a specific role, maintaining balance for the whole system. Likewise, each department in a factory has a distinct function that contributes to the overall production process. Let’s di...

  The Broken Windows Theory, originally from criminology, is all about how small acts of disorder, if left unchecked, can lead to much bigger problems. Now, if we apply this concept to the manufacturing floor, it sends a pretty crucial message: if minor defects or untidy workspaces are ignored, it can gradually lead to a drop in overall productivity and serious quality issues. Small issues in the production line are easy to overlook. Maybe it's a tool left out of place, an uncalibrated process, or a minor defect that's just shrugged off. When these small problems are left as they are, workers start to think that even the supervisors don't care. And when people feel that way, their attitudes shift, too. The result? A negative impact on overall productivity. It doesn’t stop there—over time, quality slips, customers lose trust, and the company ends up losing its competitive edge. From a psychological perspective, the Broken Windows Theory explains how indifference can spread. ...