As the downturn continues, most manufacturers are experiencing a loss of revenue. Sales are down, material costs are up, and supply chain disruptions continue to wreak havoc. While owners and plant managers understand the need for digital transformation, many believe that this is not the time to invest in technology. 

Implementing a utilization tracking system like Amper is an effective way to manage machine downtime. However, you’ll need to enable your supervisors and managers to create accountability with the system and with operators. Ultimately, operators will be the ones responsible for identifying machine downtime root causes.

3 Myths about OEE Tracking System Costs

If you think machine monitoring is out of the question for your factory due to the cost and the time it takes to implement a solution, think again.