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October 2023 #15291 Page #27
TDC’s Educational Session on Component Manufacturing Operations
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f you were unable to attend my educational session at BCMC, Component Manufacturing Should Not Be Operated as an LBM Supplier by TDC, or if you attended and still have questions, I invite you to download the presentation, now available as a PDF. Todd Drummond
During the presentation, we discussed what should be industry norms but are not. If your group is open to exploring this new information, you may gain a fresh perspective on your business.
Key Topics Covered: •
Work Minutes: Learn why work minutes offer better pricing, scheduling, and effective incentive programs, making them a superior measurement for wood trusses.
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Employee Demographics: Understand the differences in employee issues and explore what can be done differently.
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Potential Net Profit Gains: When implementing better practices, learn what are the potential net profit gains.
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Additional Considerations: Explore related topics, including why Just-In-Time is the number one lean tool, often misunderstood and misapplied.
Highlights from the educational presentation, “Component Manufacturing Should Not Be Operated as an LBM Supplier by TDC,” include the following: 1. The Fallacy of Using Board Foot Units vs Work Minutes (R.E., S.U., Man-Minutes) •
Component Manufacturers (CMs) are in the business of creating manufactured products, not simply reselling lumber units. This approach is based on proven methods from Ph.D. Industrial Engineers.
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It’s crucial to explore the significance of using work minutes as a much more accurate measure for pricing, scheduling, and assessing productivity.
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